Professional Floristry (VTOS)

Certificate in Floristry QQI Level 5 – 1 Year

This course is free for those over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment*. Click here for more information and to check eligibility.

VTOS means Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme. VTOS gives unemployed adults over 21 the opportunity of returning to full time education, while retaining their benefit.

This course is also available to hose who are not VTOS eligible. A course charge will apply to those who are not VTOS eligible.

This one year floristry course will equip learners with the skills needed to create and arrange floral displays for many occasions including birthdays, Christenings, anniversaries, weddings and other special occasions.

Course Content

  • Floriculture
  • Retail Display
  • Retail Floristry
  • Start Your Own Business
  • Retail Selling
  • Design Skills
  • Work Experience
  • Communications

Certification

QQI Level 5 in Floristry

Career Opportunities

Successful students can expect to work in florists or garden centres designing flower and plant displays or start their own floristry business.

Duration

One year