Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find most common questions and answers regarding the Flower School and floristry in general. Please call us for further information.
How can I become a florist in the UK?
Currently, you do not need to be certified for becoming a florist in the UK. But, there are some educational options to develop floristry skills. The first option is learning from professional teachers in a college. It will give you a great qualification and employability learning from a professional teacher the whole way. Moreover, learning this way will lead you to achieve an NVQ in Floristry between 1 and 5 levels. The second option is an apprenticeship. It is for people who either currently work, or already have experience in the floristry. The apprenticeship can still be managed by a college or educational institute, but you are learning at an actual floristry job. Thus, you can achieve level 2 or 3 NVQ, and of course practical experience. The highest qualification in floristry in the UK is the National Diploma of the Society of Floristry. Most professional florists in the UK are members of that society.
Do I have to be certified to become a florist?
Currently, you do not need to be certified for becoming a florist in the UK. Everybody can become a florist if he/she opens their eyes to the beauty of flowers. Like everything in life, we become better and better in things we do with love. So, start experimenting with flowers! If you need some inspiration you can find it at the Flower School. The diploma is not crucial, the knowledge is. But the competition in the floristry industry is rising so you need to out-perform the rest to get the job. So, ask yourself What sets you apart from others?
What skills do I need to become a florist?
Creativity - as a florist you will need to match flowers in different colours, shapes and sizes requiring a reasonable amount of creativity. Like every job including the handwork.
Knowledge - to be a successful florist you need to know the different types of flowers and their meanings. You should know which one of them is appropriate for certain occasions.
Hand-crafting techniques - as a florist you will deal with different materials and containers for the creation of a bouquet. So, you will not only focus on arranging flowers.
What does a florist assistant do?
Floral assistants mainly assist the florist with daily operations. The job responsibilities include customer service, delivery operations, or processing orders via phone or internet.