Occasion & event design- confident beginners and improvers

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
This course is aimed at confident beginners who have at least some previous experience in working with flowers, or those who have completed previous beginners/improvers level courses & want to broaden their design skills

Learning Goals:
To make a range of on-trend floral designs for venue decoration To further develop technical skills & materials use. To gain confidence in planning, buying materials and costing designs. To be able to identify a wide range of flowers and foliage by name

What teaching methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course which will include the following: Demonstration - both group and individual, one to one tuition, group work, assessment of progress, observation, discussion / question and answer sessions.

What assessment methods will the tutor use?
The course tutor will use a range of methods to assess progress on the course. These may include: Observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions.

Will extra work be required outside the class times?
Extra work is not essential, but will enable learners to practice techniques and progress their projects at a faster pace.

What materials will I need for the course and how much will they cost?
You will need to bring your own flowers & foliage for each session, and the approximate cost will be £20-25 per week, depending on your choice of materials. You will also need a pair of strong scissors with sharp blades. You will need to bring materials to the first session of the course- and you will be contacted several days in advance to confirm what these will be.

What do I need to bring to the first class?
You will need to bring your own flower materials and scissors- as recommended by the tutor. As this is a practical class, please wear suitable clothing, including fully closed in footwear- you may also wish to wear an apron. Please bring a notebook and pen, plus a phone/camera will be useful for recording design ideas and techniques, and for photographing your work to build a portfolio, if applicable.

Options when finished
The department also offers a wide variety of courses in related areas of Floristry & Balloon Decor, and at different levels from beginners/improvers through to more advanced skills. These can help to build a skills set that can be beneficial if you are considering a career in the industry. Information about all of these courses is available through the Tutor, Curriculum Leader or the Adult Learning Lewisham online programme.

Additional information
The course fee includes a materials charge that covers basic equipment such as florist's foam, basic containers and other sundries, in addition to a small contribution towards demonstration materials that are used in the class. The tutor will advise you of any additional specialist materials that you may need to purchase. DO PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IF YOU ENROL VERY CLOSE TO THE START OF THE COURSE : YOU NEED TO BRING FLOWER MATERIALS TO THE FIRST SESSION. PLEASE ASK FOR THIS INFORMATION WHEN YOU ENROL OR CONTACT THE CURRICULUM LEADER STRAIGHT AWAY.

For general enquiries and course availability information call 0208 314 3300. For more detailed information and guidance about the course: