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Certificate III in Floristry CRICOS 089027J Course Code SFL30115

Entry IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Duration
  • Full time
  • 1 Year(s)
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Fees
  • $16,270 Per Year
Campus
  • Glen
  • Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Course Overview

The SFL30115 Certificate III in Floristry develops the practical and creative skills needed to work as a professional florist in the floristry and retail industries.<p><p>Through hands-on training, you'll develop skills in floral design and construction, including handheld, fully wired and base medium techniques, while building your creativity through event design and visual display. You'll learn to create floral products and arrangements for different occasions and customer requirements.</p><p><p>The course also develops your customer service and retail floristry skills, preparing you to work with customers and contribute to the day-to-day operation of flower shops, floristry businesses and other creative floristry environments.</p>

Career Opportunities

  • retail florist (senior/manager)
  • studio florist
  • in-house florist
  • floral designer
  • event florist (weddings and corporate)

Pathway to further studies

  • SFL40125 - Certificate IV in Floristry

Studying the Certificate III in Floristry at Holmesglen

Study the SFL30115 Certificate III in Floristry at Holmesglen's Glen Waverley campus, where you'll learn from qualified and experienced floristry teachers who provide practical guidance and support as you develop your technical and creative skills.<p>Floristry training at Holmesglen has a strong design focus, combining practical floristry techniques with creative activities such as drawing, visual display and event design. You'll have opportunities to develop and create floral designs while exploring how colour, form, texture and presentation are used in professional floristry.<p>You'll also be encouraged to participate in floristry competitions and industry events, with opportunities to contribute to Holmesglen's entry in the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. These experiences allow you to apply your skills to creative projects beyond the classroom and experience the broader floristry industry.

Entry Requirements

1. Good passes at Year 11 or the overseas equivalent. <p>2. English language proficiency level of IELTS 6.0, ISLPR 2+, TOEFL 197 (CB) or 46 (iBT), PTE Academic Score of 42 (no communicative skill score less than 42), Cambridge English: Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) of 47 or equivalent. For equivalent English language tests see <a href="https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#Eligibility">https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#Eligibility</a>.<br> <br>3. Students must be at least 18 at the commencement of the course.<p>4. International applicants are required to achieve ACSF Level 2 in the online Literacy and Numeracy testing (BKSB).

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

TimeTable

<strong>Units of competency</strong><br>To achieve this qualification, you will complete 21 units of competency, comprising:<br>• 16 core units<br>• 5 elective units<p>Elective units have been chosen by Holmesglen based on feedback from industry.
Unit code Unit name
SFLWHS001 Participate in safe work practices
SFLSOP004 Receive and store floristry stock
SFLSOP005 Prepare and care for floristry stock
SFLSOP002 Work effectively in the floristry industry
SFLDEC001 Maintain floristry tools and equipment
SFLSOP003 Recognise flower and plant materials
SFLSOP009 Sell floristry products
SFLSOP001 Source information on floristry products and services
SFLDEC006 Construct hand tied floristry products
CUVACD201A Develop Drawing Skills To Communicate Ideas
SFLDEC007 Construct wired floristry products
SFLDEC008 Construct floristry products with a base medium
SFLDEC002 Design floristry products
SFLSOP008 Provide quality service to floristry customers
SFLSOP010 Prepare quotations for floristry products
SFLDEC012 Interpret floristry design briefs
Unit code Unit name
SFLDEC005 Assemble floristry products
BSBDES301 Explore the use of colour
SFLSOP006 Display and merchandise floristry products
AHCNSY204A Maintain indoor plants
BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Apply Via Agent

Holmesglen recommends international students apply through one of our accredited student recruitment agents. This will assist you in the preparation of all application documents and ensure that you are well counselled on the Australian Government's Genuine Student (GS) requirements for International students. Further information of the GS requirement is available at: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

To find out more, visit How to Apply for International Students.

If you have further questions about your application, please contact our International Centre:

T: 03 9564 1703

E: international.admissions@holmesglen.edu.au

Visit How to Apply for more information on the application process.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion you will receive SFL30115 Certificate III in Floristry

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
International Fee $16,270 Per Year
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Materials fee $930 Per Course
Activities fee $60 Per Course
General Services Fee $85 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

$200 -$250 for snips, apron, flowers, toolbox and sundries

An additional administration fee may apply where the application is submitted directly to Holmesglen and not through a Holmesglen-approved education agent.

<a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/study-with-us/international-student-study/international-fees-and-funding" title="View detailed information on fees, payments and refunds">View detailed information on fees, payments and refunds here.</a>

Tuition Fee Protection Service

The Tuition Protection Service (TPS) is an initiative of the Australian Government to assist international students whose education providers are unable to fully deliver their course of study for which tuition fees are paid. <a title="Tuition Protection Service" href="https://www.education.gov.au/tps" target="_blank">Read more about the TPS</a>

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