Professional Floristry Programme - Module 1

Perfect for total beginners with a desire to develop your practical and technical flower skills.

Module 1 Professional Floristry Certificate Online Program

4 Week Online Training Program 

This course is suitable for those who are complete beginners or those with some flower experience who wish to train commercially and professionally.

On completing the program,  you will be certified and can get ready to embark on the next step into working in the  flower industry if that is where your dreams take you.

Considering a career in Flowers

When you decide to begin your floristry training with us, we assure you that our training experience is unparalleled.

How does it work?

  • Book your place on Module 1

  • We provide you with a sundry training kit within the first week of your program

  • You have access to over 100 Pre-recorded Tutorials, both practical and theory 24/7

  • You become a member of your Bloom Room

  • You have 1-2-1 Access to your tutor through what’s app Monday to Friday 9am to 3.30pm

  • You have live Q & A Classes each morning in your Bloom Room

  • You have Q&A Threads to post questions throughout the day and evening when the what’s app is closed

  • 10 days in your Fresh Flower Delivery Arrives

  • You have 1-2-1 step by step support of your tutor through what’s app when making your certificate pieces

  • You have access to Bonus Flower Programs

  • You become certified by submitting all your completed designs

Crafting Excellence in Floral Education

At Kay’s flower school, we have fine-tuned and adapted our Training Programs to suit every level of student, you do not have to be tech savvy to enrol of this program.

Because of our years of experience in delivering training to students at every phase of their floral journey, all at unbeatable value.

The beauty of this beginner's program lies in its flexibility.

You can complete your training at your own pace, integrating it into your daily routine, all from the comfort of your own home.

As the renowned Irish poet Oscar Wilde once eloquently stated, "A flower blossoms for its own joy."

With our acclaimed online program, we firmly believe there's no better time than now for you to embrace your own joy and embark on the floristry adventure you've always envisioned.

Your Professional Floristry Certificate Program does require some commitment over the 4 weeks in order for you to achieve the most benefit.  We recommend you allow at least 20 hours per week for the 4 weeks of the program.  

If life is busy, fear not! You will have full access to your tutorial for another 2 months after your Bloom Room closes should you need to re-cover or revise any section of the course.

Course cost: €800 / €650 for those living outside Ireland, payable in 2 instalments

Skillnet Funded Discount Available for some of our upcoming Module 1 Programs

Contact us for more details at info@kaysflowerschool.com

Course Content

  • Introduction to a Career as a Florist

  • Practical -Certificate Work -

    • You will be required to complete 5 Certificate pieces covering different aspects of flower arranging

    • You will be required to demonstrate your skills in making bows

    • You will be required to complete Q & As throughout the program

  • Floral Practical Designs covered on our Module 1 Program

    • Traditional Flower Arrangements

    • Traditional Designs with a modern / contemporary twist

    • Basket Arrangement

    • Modern / Contemporary Table Design

    • Modern / Contemporary Front Facing Designs -

  • You will learn how to condition and handle fresh flowers commercially

  • You will learn about buying, handling and storing foliage

  • You will learn about flower chemicals & where and when to use them

  • You will learn Health & Safety in the retail and studio flower setting.

  • You will learn about buying and sourcing floral sundries and accessories

  • We will supply you with a comprehensive list of fresh flower wholesalers and resources.

  • We will teach you how to buy direct from Holland and will supply you with an access login into these Dutch flower sites

  • We will bring in flower wholesale reps to give you more insights into buying from Holland

  • Our Resource lists are updated all the time and as a student or past student you will always have access to these resources.

  • We will supply you with a list of floral sundry wholesalers in Ireland and the UK

  • We will educate you on the different types of mechanics you can use for designing - floral foam / chicken wire/ moss etc-

  • You will master the skill of bow making, we cover an array of bows on Module 1, you will need to demonstrate your skills for 2 bows for your certificate

  • You will learn how to create a recipe & stem counts for your designs.

  • You will learn how to cost the recipes and use this for multiple orders.

  • You will learn how to price for profit.

  • You will learn how to calculate your retail price in accordance with Industry Standard

  • You will learn about branding your business

  • You will learn how to develop marketing material to start your own business

  • We will bring in outside marketers to help you with marketing & promoting yourself as a florist

  • You will learn the importance of stock control in the flower Industry

  • We will advise you on business setup – VAT – CRO – Insurance.

  • We will advise you on how to develop your portfolio for job applications

  • You will learn about networking and building relationships in the industry

  • You will have live classes with Social Media experts who are focused on the flower industry

  • Live Classes with marketing experts who work within the flower industry

  • Classes with Dutch wholesalers to assist you opening your accounts

During your program you will have full access to your tutorials 24/7 

During your Program you will have 24/7 Access to your Bloom Room

During your Program you will have 1-2-1 access to your tutor from 9am to 3.30pm every day through what’s app or in the Q & A Box in your Bloom Room

You will send step-by-step photos or videos to your tutor for correction by what’s app from 9am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday.

Course Cost & Funding

 Module 1 of our Professional Floristry program costs €800 and is payable in two instalments.

Our Professional Programs are certified for Funding through many different agencies, there is funding available to both unemployed and employed people.  Check here to see if you are eligible for funding towards your training 

What Our Students Say

Frequently Asked Questions about Module 1 of our Professional Floristry Course

  • Yes you will receive our Module 1 Certificate. In order to obtain your certificate, you will be required to submit photographic evidence of floral designs from the training program.

  • Module 1 is just the start of your training, the direction you take after this will depend on the area of floristry you wish to pursue. You will need to continue your training on the module/s that most suits your passion. Contact us and we can direct you to the best course of action.

  • We will be supplying you with all the flowers and sundries you will need to complete the designs required for your certificate. This is all included in your course fees.

  • The only thing you will need to buy to complete this certificate is 10 buckets or large vases. We will supply you with everything else in your sundry pack and with your flower delivery.

  • No, you will have 4 weeks in total to complete the program. Once your flowers arrive you can make your designs at any time that suits you, if you have any problems whilst making them you have access to your program & the bloom room and your tutors Monday to Friday from 9am to 3.30pm each day

  • No, your can watch any of the tutorials on a tablet, ipad, laptop, phone etc. This is what makes this course so accessible as you can watch it anywhere at your leisure.

  • Your Bloom Room is your private group that only those who are also enrolled on your course will be in. This will be a private group on Facebook. Janette & Deirdre will be at your back and call Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 3.30pm each day, however you can post questions and queries at any time. It is in the group we will have extra live tutorials and answer all your queries live. Every one in this group will all be at the same level so you will find you will each have similar issues and questions. Access to your Bloom Room will last for 4 weeks, following on from this we encourage you to join our public Facebook group to network with other past students.

  • Yes, you will need to have a Facebook profile in order to access your Bloom Room. If you do not have a Facebook profile you will need to make one. If you need help with this let us know.

  • Your video tutorials will have a step by step video on how to open your flower box, how to remove and treat your flowers and even how to fold back up the box for easy disposal. Once treated and in water the flowers should be stored in a cool room, out of direct sunlight and away from a direct heat source.

  • Drop us an email here and we will get back to you with all the details.

  • Yes, of course and we would get many hobby florists choosing this option, if you do not require certification you will not need to submit evidence of your designs. You will however still be part of the program to learn the specific designs in the program.

  • Our Module 1 Program is actually more advanced that C&G level 2. It is more practical and hands-on with the main focus being on working commercially as a florist. If you are unsure give us a call on 0035387 2507615 to discuss your training

  • We have many overseas students enrolling on our programs, have a read here where we hope we will answer all your questions. Click Here

Course Cost: €800 for students living on the island of Ireland (Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland) 

Students Living Outside of Ireland & Northern Ireland can pay €650 however will not receive the Fresh Flower Package but will receive the Floral Sundry Kit (UK ONLY).  If you are applying as an overseas student, you will be given a full list of flowers to purchase prior to starting the course. - see here for more details 

Cancellation Policy:

  • Booking Fees must be paid to secure you place on any of our programs. Booking Fees are non refundable, but with notice can be transferred to a different start date.

  • Change of start date must be notified a minimum of 14 days in advance in order to transfer your booking fee to another date.

  • If you need to drop out during the program, we can enrol you in a new program at a hugely discounted rate.

  • Should it be necessary for us to cancel a course or change the date of a course, Kay's Flower School will offer a full refund of the booking fee or a discount voucher off a future course. This is only eligible for those who have a place confirmed by booking fee.

  • Course fees must be paid in full 14 days prior to the start date of your program.

  • We are aware of how things can change for people all of a sudden and we do our absolute best to work with you when things happen

Testimonials from happy students

This program is paid for in 2 instalments. The balance must be paid in full 7 days before the start date of the program. A booking fee is required to book your place.

The Bloom Studio

What is the Bloom Studio?

On Completion of all 4 of our Professional Floristry Programs you will be eligible to join our FREE Mentoring and Support Group called The Bloom Studio.  This is an amazing group of like minded florists willing to help and support each other and also have Kays Flower school Tutors on hand to answer and questions you may have.

Florists who are in the Bloom Studio are constantly updated with any new tutorials we add to the programs, we give free access to our programs throughout the year to allow you revise content,

This is a totally FREE service and is available to you as long as we are delivering courses