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- Commercial standard floristry studios
- Cold store
- Opportunities to attend key floristry events such as Chelsea Flower Show, Leeds Castle Flower Festival
- Study trips to Covent Garden Flower Market and the flower auctions in Holland
Typical Employers
Department stores, high street florists, supermarket chains or self employed as a freelance florist or shop owner.
Industry Links
Students benefit from close links with local florists and wholesalers. The College is also an active member of the British Florist Association.
An increase in people inclined to “say it with flowers”, coupled with an ever greater demand from the hospitality sector, means that the floristry industry is currently thriving. By taking a course in floristry at Hadlow College you can become part of this growth and benefit from a range of career opportunities.
You will be able to explore your creative side on these highly practical courses, learn how to maximise the life of cut materials, and benefit from the skills and experience our floristry staff possess.
At the end of the course, successful students enjoy a variety of employment options ranging from horticultural buyers and managers for high street department stores through to professional florists and demonstrators.
The Student's View...
Wendy Turner
National Award in Floristry
I have always been interested in floristry and dreamed of turning this love into a career. Now my family has grown up I have got the opportunity to train and ultimately fulfil this ambition.
Hadlow College has always had such a good reputation. The course is well structured so that there is a balance between the theory and practical aspects, the facilities are great and the tutors are really supportive. We also cover a lot more than some floristry courses, for example we are taught how to care for, and design with, house plants such as orchids and palm trees.
I’m really pleased to be part of Hadlow College, especially given its name within the industry, and would definitely recommend it to a friend. Its professional outlook, together with the varied nature of the course, means that although it is hard work, it is also a lot of fun.
The Department's View...
Studying floristry at Hadlow could be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. Our staff all work in the industry so are aware of the seasonal trends and fashions, which they incorporated into their expert teaching. The skills you learn in your time with us could be the start of a brand new career.
Your Future Career...
Upon completing your qualification you will be fully prepared for a career as a florist, flower buyer or demonstrator. You may also wish to study further by enrolling on one of our higher education programmes.
You will be able to explore your creative side on these highly practical courses, learn how to maximise the life of cut materials, and benefit from the skills and experience our floristry staff possess.
At the end of the course, successful students enjoy a variety of employment options ranging from horticultural buyers and managers for high street department stores through to professional florists and demonstrators.
The Student's View...
Wendy Turner
National Award in Floristry
I have always been interested in floristry and dreamed of turning this love into a career. Now my family has grown up I have got the opportunity to train and ultimately fulfil this ambition.
Hadlow College has always had such a good reputation. The course is well structured so that there is a balance between the theory and practical aspects, the facilities are great and the tutors are really supportive. We also cover a lot more than some floristry courses, for example we are taught how to care for, and design with, house plants such as orchids and palm trees.
I’m really pleased to be part of Hadlow College, especially given its name within the industry, and would definitely recommend it to a friend. Its professional outlook, together with the varied nature of the course, means that although it is hard work, it is also a lot of fun.
The Department's View...
Studying floristry at Hadlow could be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. Our staff all work in the industry so are aware of the seasonal trends and fashions, which they incorporated into their expert teaching. The skills you learn in your time with us could be the start of a brand new career.
Your Future Career...
Upon completing your qualification you will be fully prepared for a career as a florist, flower buyer or demonstrator. You may also wish to study further by enrolling on one of our higher education programmes.
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