Higher Diploma in Floristry(ICSF) L4 - (Floristry Professional Higher Diploma)

To provide a Level 4 qualification in professional floristry to meet the needs of candidates and employers/trainers within the sector.

The training and assessment may be carried out in the work-place, college or training centre and will be subject to external quality control.

The qualification is designed to provide:

An industry recognised qualification at Level 4.
A competent workforce at Level 4.
A suitable qualification for progression from Level 3.
A suitable qualification to lead on to the Level 5 Professional Diploma.
An accredited qualification to replace the Society of Floristry's Intermediate Certificate Society of Floristry (ICSF).

Entry Requirements

This course is for those who have completed a Level 3 qualification in professional floristry.
Those seeking higher level qualification in professional floristry.
Florists established in the industry and/or trained to Level 3.

Course Content

This qualification has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards. It provides a valuable route for candidates who do not have access to an N/SVQ.

This vocationally related qualification has been designed by the NPTC in conjunction with the Society of Floristry to support government initiatives towards the National Qualifications Framework.

Candidates must have achieved a Level 3 qualification and have sufficient level of literacy and numeracy to enable them to research the underpinning knowledge, carry out the practical tasks and complete the assignments.

To gain the NPTC Level 4 Higher Diploma in Professional Floristry (ICFS), candidates must pass all ten units

Unit 001 - Botanical Concepts & Practices for Floristry.
Unit 002 - Historical Studies for Floristry.
Unit 003 - Floral Event Practices.
Unit 004 - Business Practices for Floristry.
Unit 005 - Marketing & Promotion Practices for Floristry.
Unit 006 - Technical Floristry Skills - Tied Designs.
Unit 007 - Technical Floristry Skills - Wired & Glued Designs.
Unit 008 - Technical Floristry Skills - Designs in Mediums.
Unit 009 - Technical Floristry Skills - Design Trends.
Unit 010 - Design Concepts for Floristry.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment comprises of a 3 1/2 hour practical exam and a 3 hour written exam.

What can I do next?

Discussed with tutor.

Additional costs

Please enquire.