FlowerSchool 6 Week Floral Design Program
The Floral Design Program is comprised of multiple modules that focus on critical floral design skills. The curriculum is outlined below, with approximations of the hours required to complete each series. From this specific curriculum, students not only learn the correct skills, but also build confidence in their abilities to find success in the industry.
This 6 week program is the most comprehensive, hands on, floristry and design program available in the United States.
Floral Design Program by the numbers
This series of 4 classes over 2 days starts at the very beginning of floral design and teaches the elemental technical skills in floral design.
2 Day Introduction to Design Series
Module 01 - 9 Hours
After learning the basic floristry techniques in the Introduction Series, the Intermediate Series will introduce the next level of floral design skills and techniques including purchasing flowers and building recipes.
3 Day Intermediate Design Series
Module 02 - 11 Hours
The Conditioning Lab is a simulated design studio experience where students spend the entire day conditioning flowers for up and coming projects. There is no designing in this program, but learning to work as a freelancer.
Conditioning Lab - Introduction to Freelance
Module 03 - 6 Hours
Students will learn advanced and specialized mechanics of arranging that are commonly used for achieving a specific look. Each student will also be responsible for creating a sketch of the concept and design, picking their own color palette.
2 Day Advanced Design Series
Module 04 - 9 Hours
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Marketing & Branding 101
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Traditional vs. Content Marketing
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How to Write a Press Release
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Social Media Engagement, Strategic Plan & Vision
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How to make a good photo GREAT
Photography & Marketing
Module 05 - 5 Hours
This is the space to describe the service and explain how customers or clients can benefit from it. It’s an opportunity to add a short description that includes relevant details, like pricing, duration, location and how to book the service.
All Day Wiring Techniques and Methods
Module 06 - 6 Hours
This 2-day series focuses on large scale installations for maximum wow. The installations program is the closes program we have to large scale sculpture with living materials and includes an elevated centerpiece design, large-scale monumental urn, flowering arch and hanging chandelier.
2 Day Installations & Large Scale Program
Module 07 - 12 Hours
Don't let this program intimidate you. Making wreaths and sprays are the signature for all florists
Sympathy Program: Sprays & wreaths
Module 08 - 4 Hours
The Flower Shop Series is our signature program for owning a flower shop and will cover topics related to starting or redefine your businesses or professional goals.
The Flower Shop Series
Module 09 - 9 Hours
In this three-day course, students learn the full process of creating the overall floral design for a wedding. Students begin with creating storyboards, receive instruction in conducting consultations and creating proposals, how to purchase floral product and finally, creating the mock-execution of the event’s designs.
3 Day Wedding Design Series
Module 10 - 15 Hours
One of the most celebrated part of our program, all students will perform 50 hours at one of LA's most spectacular flower businesses. See below for more informations.
Internship
INTERNSHIP - 50 Hours
Enrollment Form & Policy
Registration for all classes is limited to 14 students. Students are advised to register as soon as possible to ensure their enrollment in the Floral Design Program. Registrations are processed upon receipt and a letter of confirmation is e-mailed by the Registration Office. Course dates, times, and classrooms are subject to change—students with questions should check with the Registration Office. Students must notify the Registration Office of changes in their student information.
Students must:
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provide a high school degree, (or GED or equivalent)
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be at least 18 years of age at the time of entrance in the school.
Total Cost and Hours
The Floral Design Program is a total cost cost of $8,150
and requires a total of 134 hours which includes instruction time, open studio time, class time and internship hours. To reserve your spot in an upcoming session, please provide a $600 Down Payment & Registration Fee.
Please see below for payment schedule. Classes can also be accrued individually to work toward the total number of required hours for the program.
Payment Schedule & Methods
The FlowerSchool Signature 6 Week Floral Design Program accepts students on a rolling admissions basis. We require that each student submit their paperwork at a minimum of 7 days before the start of the program.
Interval Students
Students who are not able to attend the 6 weeks consecutively will be placed in our interval group. This group will be able to take modules of the program when with schedule permits. They will graduate with the next group of students graduates.
Tuition Refund & Cancellation Policy
A student who cancels within 7 days of signing the enrollment agreement but before instruction begins receives all monies returned with the exception of the non-refundable $500 registration fee.
Thereafter, a student will be liable for:
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The non-refundable registration fee plus
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The cost of any textbooks, supplies accepted plus
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tuition liability as of the student’s last date of physical attendance. Tuition liability is determined by the percentage of the program offered to the student.
IF TERMINATION OCCURS THE SCHOOL MAY KEEP:
0 – 15% of the program35%
16 – 35% of the program66%
36 – 50% of the program80%
After 51% of the program
100%
If the School cancels or discontinues its program, the School will make a full refund of all tuition paid for that period
Payment and Refund Policy
*Students must complete Module 1 & Module 2 in order to be recommended for internship or freelance work with our affiliates.
The FlowerSchool Internship Program
FlowerSchool students will intern at some of the best flower shops and studios in New York City to provide a 50- hour internship experience as apart of the Floral Design program. These internship provide vital opportunities for students to practice their skills and techniques in real-world studio settings. Students assist will all aspects of the floral business from weddings, events, weeklies, conditioning & flower prep, deliveries and more. These internships have the potential to grow into longer opportunities outside the school ranging from weekends, to one month and full year positions. Many of our students build upon these experiences to open their own shops or secure a full-time employment at an existing studio. FlowerSchool works hard to help our students find real world experiences to continue their floral education and use their skills.
A list of our current affiliates is below.
The world's top brands have tapped Amelia Posada, award winning floral designer and Founder of Birch and Bone, to brighten their spaces, parties and events with colorful botanical installations. Since launching Birch & Bone in February 2015 she’s become a favorite florist of the artist, celebrity, fashion and maker crowds. Amelia is a native Angeleno, living in North East LA, and working out of her studio in DTLA.
Birch & Bone has been featured in Sunset Magazine,Women's Wear Daily, LA Magazine, & LA Times.
A luxuory florist in Westlake Village. Their signature style is modern yet timeless. Each of their high-end and premium arrangements are customized for their clients’ needs, whether in color or in to suit their individual taste. For decades they have built long-term relationships with their clients as a Westlake Village florist who trust them for quality artistic work.
Best part? Their owner and lead designer is a graduate of FlowerSchool!
Floral Crush is an event floral design studio founded in 2012 by longtime friends and flower lovers, Danielle Gary and Katie Hartman.
They believe florals are the final detail of natural beauty essential for every event!
Their goal is to always exceed expectations by delivering exquisite designs, within budget, in the most efficient and enjoyable manner.
East Olivia is a female-founded and women led floral design studio. Creating gorgeous installations throughout New York City, East Olivia has taken on clients like TikTok, Netflix, Google, Amazon, and many more. Founded by Kelsea Olivia, East Olivia is focused on “building authentic connections with our clients” while crafting stunning floral designs.