Essential funeral design

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
This course is suitable for beginners, or those learners with some previous experience who wish to develop their skills in other areas of floral design.

Learning Goals:
To select & prepare a range of fresh flower materials and florist's sundries To identify appropriate fresh materials and explore using a range of techniques & equipment To complete two designs to a professional standard N/A

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 cost of these will be around £25 per week, depending on your individual choice. You will also need a pair of strong scissors with sharp blades. In advance of the start date, you will be contacted by the course tutor with a materials requirements list for the first session. If you have not received this within 3 days of that date, or you enrol just before the start date, please ask for this information when you enrol or contact the Curriculum Leader straight away.

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 offers a wide variety of fashion and textile courses at different levels. Information about progression courses is available through the tutor, the Curriculum Leader or the online Adult Learning Lewisham programme. There are also a range of courses at a higher level offered across London and the South East by Colleges, Community and Adult Education providers and through local craftspeople. For more information about higher level courses currently available, please speak to your tutor or the Curriculum Leader.

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. If you enrol very close to the start date, please note the following: you need to bring specific 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: