Sometimes it is hard to find floristry training, they often get stashed under different categories like Horticulture, Primary industries or Arts. If you’re thinking about becoming a Florist, looking at enhancing your floristry skills or just looking for additional floristry training around NSW, then we have all the information that you will need.
Unfortunately, Floristry courses come and go for a variety of reasons, but we will edit this list as courses appear and disappear. You should always contact your nearest training provider to register your interest.
Below we have compiled all the relevant information on Floristry related Nationally Recognised Training, Workshops and Short Courses.
Quickly find a Floristry training near you with our super handy interactive map.
(If you are looking for Floristry training around Victoria click here)
Floristry apprenticeship? If you want more information, then you need to check out our Floristry Apprenticeship Guide which has plenty of useful advice to help you out.
Nationally Recognised Training
Nationally Recognised Training is heavily regulated throughout Austraila to ensure quality and consistency of training courses. Floristry Training that is Nationally recognised means that the course will be accepted and acknowledged by the floristry industry and governing bodies nationwide.
Local Australian Students may be eligible for Government subsidies and VET loans for some course fees. Registered Training Organisations will have all the required information about their fees, and they can help you find out if you’re eligible for government subsidies.
TAFE NSW Smart & Skilled has a course fee estimator, click here to open a new tab and see if you’re eligible and the estimated course fee.
Concession card holders might be entitled to a discounted price. Check out www.humanservices.gov.au to see if you qualify for a concession card.
SFL20115 – Certificate II in Floristry (Assistant)
Certificate II in Floristry is a great starting point if you are interested in a Floristry career. Certificate II in Floristry will teach you the creative skills for working in many floristry businesses such as retail, studios and online stores.
This Nationally Recognised qualification also teaches you the necessary practical skills such as customer service, handling and safe working procedures, general housekeeping and the knowledge to prepare, store and display floristry stock.
Course outcomes may include:
- Retail Florist shop assistant.
- Production line assistant.
- Florist studio assistant.
- Fast track to Certificate III in Floristry
Registered Training Providers and Estimated Annual Fees*:
| Course Provider | Estimated Annual fee: |
|---|---|
| TAFE North Coast (Distance learning) |
Concession = $160 Govt funded = $870 Full fee = $TBA |
| TAFE North Coast (Campus Learning) |
Concession = $TBA Govt funded = $870 Full fee =$4,540 |
| TAFE Hunter & Central Coast | Concession: = $160 Govt funded = $880 Full fee = $TBA |
| TAFE South Western Sydney | Concession =$TBA Govt funded = $TBA Full fee = $TBA |
| TAFE Sydney | Concession =$TBA Govt funded = $880 Full fee = $4,370 |
*Guide only, additional Govt. subsidies may be available. Contact the training provider for course availability, latest fees and read their Terms & Conditions. Each RTO may have additional costs, different course lengths and delivery options.
SFL30115 – Certificate III in Floristry
Certificate III in Floristry is usually completed during the course of an Australian Floristry Apprenticeship but, it can also be undertaken without an apprenticeship making it more flexible for people already in full-time employment.
The Certificate III in Floristry is often required if you intend on studying further with Certificate IV and the Diploma. The focus of Cert III is on the advanced skills required to succeed in the world of floristry from designing and creating arrangments to quotations and sales.
Course outcomes may include:
- In-house florist
- Qualified Retail Florist.
- Specialised Event Florist
- Floral designer
- Studio Florist
- Manager
Registered Training Providers and Estimated Annual Fees*:
| Course Provider | Estimated Annual fee: |
|---|---|
| TAFE Western (Apprenticeship) |
Concession: $TBA Govt funded = $TBA Full fee: $TBA |
| TAFE North Coast (Apprenticeship) |
Concession: $240 Govt funded = $1,000 Full fee: $N/A |
| TAFE Hunter & Central Coast | Concession: $240 Govt funded = $2130 Full fee: $TBA |
| TAFE South Western Sydney | Concession: $TBA Govt funded = $TBA Full fee: $TBA |
| TAFE Northern Sydney (Ryde & Hornsby Campuses) |
Concession: $TBA Govt funded = $2,130 Full fee: $TBA |
| TAFE Sydney | Concession: $TBA Govt funded = $2,130 Full fee: $8,280 |
| Nepean College | Concession: $240 Govt funded = $2,130 Full fee: $8,280 |
| Pearsons School of Floristry | Concession: $TBA Govt funded = $TBA Full fee: $TBA |
*Guide only, additional Govt. subsidies may be available. Contact the training provider for course availability, latest fees and read their Terms & Conditions. Each RTO may have additional costs, different course lengths and delivery options.
SFL40115 – Certificate IV in Floristry
The Certificate IV in Floristry will prepare you for running a small floristry business and further develop your skills in floristry design, sales skills and complex construction techniques.
Cert IV in Floristry combines both practical and theory components covering a broad range of administrative and technical skills.
On the successful completion of this course, you will be confident in running the daily operations of a florist store and you will possess the skills to help you branch out into specialised areas of floristry such as floral event management and weddings.
Course outcomes may include:
- Senior Florist
- Specialist Florist
- Florist business manager
- Florist business owner
Registered Training Providers and Estimated Annual Fees*:
| Course Provider | Estimated Annual fee: |
|---|---|
| TAFE Northern Sydney | Concession: $TBA Govt funded = $2,360 Full fee: $TBA |
*Guide only, additional Govt. subsidies may be available. Contact the training provider for course availability, latest fees and read their Terms & Conditions. Each RTO may have additional costs, different course lengths and delivery options.
SFL50115 – Diploma of Floristry Design
The Diploma is the final step in the nationally recognised training for floristry. The Diploma of Floristry design focuses on the advanced construction, floristry design and business management skills which will bring you to the highest level in the floristry industry.
Completion of this Diploma will give you a range of creative, specialised technical, conceptual and team leadership skills to successfully run a Floristry business, manage a team or even become a Floral Designer.
Course outcomes may include:
- Senior Floral Designer
- Senior Florist
- Florist Manager
- Florist Owner
- Freelance Floral Designer
Registered Training Providers and Estimated Annual Fees*:
| Course Provider | Estimated Annual fee: |
|---|---|
| Currently no training providers in NSW | Concession: N/A Full fee: N/A |
*Guide only, additional Govt. subsidies may be available. Contact the training provider for course availability, latest fees and read their Terms & Conditions. Each RTO may have additional costs, different course lengths and delivery options.
Floristry Workshops and Short Courses:
Floristry Short Courses and Workshops are an excellent way for beginners and florists of all experience levels to learn and improve skills.
Short courses can help you move into a specialised floristry branch like Weddings, and they can also provide you with the latest techniques and tools of the trade.
Every Floristry School has different delivery methods, durations, inclusions, etc. Floristry courses and workshops may change their structure regularly so just use the prices as a guide only. Click on the school’s website links at the bottom of each section to contact them for updated information.
Academy of Floral Art
The Academy of Floral Art Floristry Training College offer’s Commercial Floristry Courses and workshops with many different subjects to choose from.
Courses can be tailored to assist you in achieving your goals and suit your needs. Classes are small and personal, practical and 100% hands-on without all the paperwork and exams.
Academy of Floral Art also offers workshops and accommodation.
- Intensive, specialist and Commercial Floristry courses from $4980
- Various workshops from $280
- No previous experience necessary
- Free accommodation offered if you live more than 80km away from the School
For further information, please check out their website: academyoffloralart.com.au
Sydney Flower School
Sydney Flower School are a bunch(pun intended) of passionate flower lovers who have come together to share their industry knowledge, skills and love of floral design.
The school is located at the Sydney markets with fresh flowers all around to get that inspiration working. Courses are for anyone from beginner to advanced and range from introductory to intensive.
- Lifestyle courses from $77
- No previous experience necessary
- Various workshops
- up-skilling sessions for Florists
For further information, please check out their website: sydneyflowerschool.com.au
Flowerlane & Co.
At Flowerlane & Co. you will enjoy learning how to make gorgeous floral arrangements using only the best seasonal blooms. Classes are for anyone from beginner to professional and are held in a fun, friendly environment with other like minded flower lovers.
- 4-week design series from $400
- Corporate team building and hens parties
- No previous experience necessary
- Terrarium workshop from $110
For further information, please check out their website: flowerlaneandco.com.au
Macquarie Community College
Macquarie Community College is a Registered Training Organisation that offers many courses to the Western and northern suburbs of Sydney.
MCC has a Floral Art course that will teach you the fundamentals of Floristry from vintage to contemporary designs in a fun environment.
As well as Floral Art MCC also runs a Christmas Flowers course for anyone wishing to learn how to create beautiful festive displays.
- Floral Art classes to suit all levels of experience from $230
- Registered Training Organisation
For further information, please check out their website: macquarie.nsw.edu.au
Seasonal Concepts
Seasonal Concepts is a unique florist and a great place to learn the craft. The shop itself contains vintage pieces of furniture and decorative goodies. Seasonal Concepts runs Spring workshops on Saturdays. Nostalgia from the shop’s atmosphere will bring out your creativity with no shortage of inspiration everywhere you look.
- Spring Series Workshop includes High Tea
- Tailored, private workshops available
For more information, please visit their website: seasonalconcepts.com.au/
The Wildflower Studio Flower School
The Wildflower Studio Flower School classes are designed to be great fun, inspiring and informative.
With an exciting range of classes to choose from, there is something for everyone from beginners to professionals.
- No previous experience necessary
- Classes from $229
- Weekend and weekday classes
For further information, please check out their website: thewildflowerstudio.com.au
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a social enterprise who offer innovative further education programmes including floristry courses.
The Floral Design courses range from introductory to weddings and Ikebana. Classes are ideal if you’re thinking about a career in Floristry or wanting to expand your skills.
- Variety of Classes for all levels of experience from $249
- No previous experience necessary
For further information, please check out their website: sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au
Yuga Floral Design school
From beginner to the more experienced students and professionals the Yuga Floral Design school offers a variety of courses from European design to Traditional Ikebana. Students will develop techniques and create designs with their personal touch.
- Workshops from $120 including Cake and Coffee
- No previous experience necessary
- Basic course, 10 lessons from $900
For further information, please check out their website: yugaflora.com.au
Sandy Marker
Learn Sogetsu Ikebana from Sandy Marker and be taken on a journey of discovery through the many aspects of Sogetsu Ikebana.
Unleash your creativity and explore the finer details of shape position and form that we often fail to realise.
Sandy is a level 2 “Sanyo” Ikebana teacher, rest assured, you will be in good hands.
- Small group classed capped at 5 students
- Five lessons from $150
- No previous experience necessary
- Workshops, children’s and private classes available
Other helpful training ideas:
Don’t forget the endless free online Tutorials from basic to advanced, a simple search for “free floristry videos” will give some great results. We love Astar’s Place, a massive collection (over 60 videos) of quality, fun and in-depth tutorials with a classic Kiwi Accent 🙂
Want to learn how to DIY wedding flowers, then you should check out our Definitive DIY Wedding Flowers Guide
Use the Map below to find Floristry courses near you:
Disclaimer:
At the time of publishing, the courses listed above were available, however, due to demand some classes may be removed, or additional courses added. Please contact your nearest training provider (check map above) for up to date course information.
The course fees listed above are estimated only for a quick reference. Prices were taken from the relevant website at the time of publishing. Prices may have changed since, please check with the Training provider for latest fees and other costs.
