Who is the course aimed at?

Aimed at those who wish to develop a deeper understanding of horticultural science. This course will cover a wide variety of floristry construction techniques to reflect the changing seasons with plant science underpinning practical work.
The course provides opportunity for learners to make a range of floristry items inline with the seasons, some of which will contribute to local venues such as Sudbury Hall or charitable community events.
Learners will develop the knowledge and skills to not only make products but also consider opportunities to sell their own goods via a range of channels.
Wider skills such as English, maths and digital will also be developed using a range of strategies such as Shared reading. There will also be an opportunity to take part in industry visits to learn about how other partners make and sell items.

Entry Requirements

Staffordshire residents aged 19+ who would like to develop their skills and knowledge of horticulture to support progression opportunities such as volunteering, further learning or employment. Learners need to be able to set and monitor their own learning goals and objectives and complete an enrolment form and course documentation unaided.

Course Content

You will learn a wide variety of floristry construction techniques for each season using fresh, dried and faux plant material. The course will include shared reading and industry visits.

Learning Methods

Practical tasks, discussion, shared reading and individual learning plans that track personal development and progress.

Learner Support

From the start we will work with you to identify what support you may need. This may be reading, writing or practical skills. We also offer IT support if you need a little assistance in getting more out of your computer, phone or tablet. The staff and volunteers are all there to support you.

Learner Assessments

Learners will have an initial assessment via a phone call or face to face meeting as an introduction to the course and to establish needs. Ongoing feedback from tutors and assessing task completion and development.

Course Materials

All course materials are provided free of charge.

What can learners do next/progress onto?

Throughout your course you will be provided with information and advice about other learning available for you. Learners can progress onto further learning, volunteering or employment.

Locations and Dates and times

East Staffordshire

09/01/2025 – 03/04/2025, 10.15am – 3.15pm, Thursdays at:

The Old Village stores, Main Road, Sudbury. DE6 5HS

Are there any fees?

There are no fees for this course

Who delivers this course?

Growing Rural Enterprise Ltd

Email: info@growingruralenterprise.co.uk

Telephone: Julie White on 07971666474

How to enrol on this course and find out more?

Please contact  Julie White on 07971666474 for further details.