Basic Floral Design Online
The Floral Design Institute Basic Floral Design Online Program is the most complete and comprehensive online floral design training program in the world. Our program will provide all of the training necessary for a professional floral design career position, or to allow you to launch your own floral business. The program is an approved pathway for the achievement of your Certified Floral Designer status.
The training is broken down into 31 separate Instruction Segments. Each segment may include a combination of reading, videos, quizzes, design submissions and essay submissions. This is a hands-on program and you will be completing assigned floral designs which you will photograph and submit to your instructors for evaluation, critique, and suggestions for improvement. The instructors may also suggest additional training exercises to help you improve you skills.
With our direction and advice, you will purchase the fresh flowers and supplies needed for the completion of your assignments and exercises. Most importantly the FDI teaching staff is always available during normal business by email or by telephone.
As you progress through your lessons, you will learn new skills and develop the proficiency necessary to apply these skills. You will be amazed at how quickly you will master the skills of floral design. Our proven teaching methods will have you ready to step into a job upon completion of the program. You will learn and understand the elements, principles, forms, styles and techniques of floral design. You will learn how to make all of the most popular floral arrangements, and how to price these arrangements. You will learn how to design wedding flowers, party flowers, sympathy flowers, holiday designs, and flowers for special occasions. You will learn all about the most common flower varieties, the latest techniques for the care and handling of flowers, where and how to buy wholesale flowers, and so, so much more.
Working at you own pace, and in the comfort of your own home you will complete all 31 Instruction Segments. This will conclude with your two final exams. The first exam is a written exam covering the same material found throughout your studies. The second exam is a practical exam consisting of three separate floral designs which you will complete, photograph and return to us for evaluation.
If you are like me, you find exams "scary". Don't worry, by the time you have completed all 31 Instruction Modules, you will be fully prepared for the final exams and will complete them with ease. The final practical exam is a pass/ fail test. You will receive a complete written review and critique of your final exam floral designs.
After you have successfully passed your final exams we will immediately send you your Floral Design Institute Graduation Certificate of Achievement. You will now possess not only a Graduation Certificate from one of the most respected Floral Design Schools in the world, you will also own a complete photographic portfolio of your own floral design work plus, the knowledge, the training, the skills, and the practical experience that will allow you start a career as a floral designer.
As a Graduate of Floral Design Institute you will be part of the Tulip Tribe. You will continue to have our support and assistance as you pursue your career. Call, text, email or visit us, we are here to help.
The training is broken down into 31 separate Instruction Segments. Each segment may include a combination of reading, videos, quizzes, design submissions and essay submissions. This is a hands-on program and you will be completing assigned floral designs which you will photograph and submit to our instructors for evaluation, critique, and suggestions for improvement. The instructors may also suggest additional training exercises to help you improve you skills.
Segment #1
Orientation
Segment #2
Getting Started
Setting up your workspace
Tools that you will be using
Supplies that you will be using
Exploring floral foods and finishing materials
Correct usage of a floral knife
Working with floral foam
Floral wires and gauges
Taping and wiring techniques
Floral ribbons and sizes
Techniques for tying floral bows
Segment #3
Finding Fresh Flowers
Tips for sourcing fresh flowers
The types of flowers
The types of foliages
How to select good quality flowers
Fresh flower care and handling
Creating a flower diary
Segment #4
Designing with Fresh Flowers
Designing with fresh foliages
Foliages through the seasons
Tip for greening arrangements
Designing with fresh flowers
Basic design mechanics
Understanding binding point
Proper stem insertion in floral foam
Understanding form and space
Creating a round arrangement
Creating an oval arrangement
Understanding breaking the line of the container
Student project submission
Segment #5
Theories of Design
The history of floral design
The elements of floral design
Color theory
The principles of floral design
Segment #6
Creating One-Sided Arrangements
Creating a symmetrical arrangement
Creating an asymmetrical arrangement
Creating a western line arrangement
Student project submission
Segment #7
Pricing for the professional florist
Understanding markup
Classic pricing formulas
Contemporary pricing formulas
Designing to a price point
Student submission
Segment #8
Designing for the Customer
Customer focused design
Designing with a theme
Creating a novelty arrangement
Creating a basket arrangement
Segment #9
Designing Without Floral Foam
Foliage as an armature
Designing with a foliage weave
Grid supported design
Designing with a taped grid
Floral netting armature
Designing with chicken wire
Segment #10
Hand-Tied Floral Design
Classic weave technique
Designing with a foliage weave
Classic spiral technique
Designing a spiral hand-tied bouquet
Student project submission
Segment #11
The Art of the Sale
Taking a flower order
Flower orders and customer service
Descriptive words
Sample order form
Hospital rules and procedures
Delivering flowers to a hospital
Packaging flowers
Wire services and how they work
Student project submission
Segment #12
Classic Roses
Rose care and handling
Processing roses for long life
Rose arrangements
Designing a rose bud vase
Designing a dozen roses
Segment #13
The Business of Weddings
Meeting with the bridal couple
Sample wedding data sheet
Sample wedding flower contract
Profitable weddings
Pricing wedding flowers
Servicing the wedding
The wedding countdown
Servicing timeline
Segment #14
Holder Based Bridal Bouquets
Creating a round bridal bouquet
Creating a cascade bridal bouquet
Segment #15
Hand-Tied Bridal Bouquets
Creating a classic hand-tied bridal bouquet
Creating a bespoke garden style bridal bouquet
Segment #16
Hand-Wired Bridal Bouquets
Creating a Cymbidium Orchid bridal bouquet
Creating a textural Tussie Mussie bridal bouquet
Student project submission
Segment #17
Flowers to Wear
Wiring and taping techniques
How to wire fresh flowers
Creating a classic boutonniere
Creating a contemporary boutonniere
Creating a wired line corsage
Creating a nosegay corsage
Creating a glued wrist corsage
Student project submission
Segment #18
Flower Crowns
Creating a partial crown
Creating a full crown
Segment #19
Composite Flowers
Creating a Glamellia
Creating a duchess rose
Creating a Galax rosette
Segment #20
Large Scale Design
The basics of large design
Mechanics of large design
Creating a large bow
Creating a fan shaped arrangement
Creating an inverted “T” arrangement
Creating a large garden style arrangement
Segment #21
Sympathy and Celebration of Life
The basics of sympathy design
Terminology and supplies
Sympathy flower sales
Working with the bereaved
Sympathy flower deliveries
Segment #22
Sympathy Flower Tributes
Designing on an easel
Creating a large easel spray
Creating a small easel spray
Working with a form
Creating a sympathy wreath
Student project submission
Segment #23
Sympathy Casket Spray
Flowers for the casket
Creating a casket spray
Casket flower alternatives
Creating a casket scarf
Segment #24
Cremation Flowers
Designing for the cremation urn
Creating a cremation wreath
Designing for a celebration of life
Creating a cremation garland
Segment #25
Bespoke Garden Style Design
Alternative mechanics compote
Designing with floral netting
Designing a compote with floral netting
Traditional compote
Designing a compote with floral foam
Student project submission
Segment #26
Contemporary linear design
The Ikebana influence
Interpretive Ikebana design
Ikebana concepts and terminology
Classic linear design
Creating a vertical design
Formal linear design
Student project submission
Segment #27
Contemporary Vegetative Design
Adding contemporary flair
Contemporary design techniques
Creating a parallel design
Designing with garden influence
Creating a landscape design
Segment #28
Exploring Your Personal Style
Expanding on linear design
Creating a horizontal design
Enhancing with decorative accessories
Adding treasures to your designs
Student project submission
Segment #29
Designing to a Price Point
Learning the math of design
Calculating flowers for your design
Vase design within a budget
Creating a vase design to a price point
Basket design with a budget
Creating a basket design to a price point
Segment #30
Entering the workplace
Career opportunities
Preparing for the job hunt
Creating a resume and portfolio
Resume samples
Preparing to be a floral entrepreneur
Beginning your own floral business
Segment #31
Certification
Assignment details
Submitting your final exam
What is the difference between Basic Floral Design, Classroom Study and Basic Floral Design, Online Study?
While the curriculum and the syllabus are nearly identical, more effort and initiative is required of the Online student. In the classroom, we buy all of the fresh flowers and organize your classroom day for you. With Online Study, you have to obtain your fresh flowers and supplies, plus plan and organize your study time. If you are a motivated individual, and you finish all Instruction Segments fully and completely, then the resulting quality of training is nearly the same.
How does the online program work?
The online program consists 31 separate Instruction Segments. Each segment may include a combination of reading, videos, quizzes, design submissions and essay submissions. There are over 100 video training clips in this program. All of the educational materials are available through an online instructional technology platform created and maintained by Floral Design Institute. Each student will be given access to this program upon enrollment. This is a hands-on program and you will be completing assigned floral designs which you will photograph and submit to our instructors for evaluation, critique, and suggestions for improvement. Th e instructors may also suggest additional training exercises to help you improve you skills.
I am only interested in doing wedding flowers; can I take the Wedding Flowers Instruction Segments only?
No, the curriculum and lesson plan is designed to build your knowledge, skills and proficiency as you progress through the Instruction Segments. As a musician must learn to play scales before they play a piano concerto by Beethoven, you must understand basic floral design principles, learn basic mechanics, and master basic skills before creating a Cascade Style or Bespoke Garden Style Bridal Bouquet. The strong, broad base of instruction and skills taught in this program will serve you well as a Wedding Florist and will assure that you never have a bridal bouquet fall apart as the bride walks down the aisle.
I want to start my own floral business and work from my home. Will the Basic Floral Design Online Career Program prepare me for that?
Yes, many Floral Design Institute students have begun their own home, or studio based businesses upon graduation from our Basic Floral Design program. The opportunities for home and studio based, floral design businesses continue to grow, and the Basic Floral Design Online Career Program offers excellent preparatory instruction. We do recommend additional training for students planning to begin their own business. Training in basic bookkeeping and small business management are valuable. Advanced floral design training is also recommended. To become a Floral Design Institute Certified Floral Designer, students must complete both Basic Floral Design and Advanced Floral Design.
How much are the Fresh Flowers and supplies that I need for my design projects going to cost?
While we encourage students to explore and practice all design projects presented in this program, there are only 11 projects required for submission and evaluation. Each of these projects will cost between $25 and $75, with an average cost of $35 per project. These costs can vary depending on where you are located. We will offer guidance on where you can obtain flowers and supplies for the best prices, you can even use flowers and foliages from your garden. Our project lessons are organized so that you can reuse fresh flowers for the greatest economy.
Can I use different Fresh Flowers than those suggested for my design projects?
In some projects you may substitute flowers. Yet, other projects require specific flowers (usually the more common flowers). We will offer a listing of acceptable substitutes where appropriate.
What if I cannot find the flowers that I need for my design projects?
Flowers have such widespread distribution today, that you will be able to find the flowers needed for your projects. Even if you live in the middle of nowhere, there are flowers-by-mail sources that we can recommend.
Are there any time limits for completing my design projects?
I won't be able to watch over your shoulder as you complete you projects. However, developing good speed in design is critical to profitability. We will offer suggested time benchmarks that you will aim for in designing your projects.
Can I enroll at any time for the Online Program?
Yes, you can enroll at any time, and proceed at you own pace.
How long does it take to complete the Online Program?
For most individuals it will take four to six months to complete the program. But, the program can be completed more quickly. Our "fastest" student completed the program in five weeks.
This is the most complete, highest quality Online Program for Floral Design ever offered. Even more exciting is the very reasonable price.
Program Fees of $1,750.00, include registration, tuition, and instructional technology. There are no additional fees. The student will have to provide at their own expense various fresh flowers, foliages and supplies. Each student will also need access to a computer / smartphone and internet access. A camera and a calculator are also needed.
The fee breakdown is as follows:
Registration…………………….. $ 80.00
Tuition…………………………… $ 550.00
Instructional Technology………. $1,120.00
Total Program Fees……………. $1,750.00
Full Enrollment…………………. $1,750.00
Yeahhhh! I’m so excited! I just completed the basic floral design online course. Thank you all so much! I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this program and the personal satisfaction it has given me now that I have a way to express my creativity in a way I could have never dreamed of! Thank You so much! Francesca
I recently completed the basic floral design distance learning program. I just wanted to say hats off to you for putting together such a great video course. And hats off to Elizabeth for being such a great coach. I wasn't quite sure how I would like a distance learning program as I am truly a hands-on person and prefer to have someone right there with me to watch and ask questions. But between your excellent video demonstrations and Elizabeth's thorough evaluations, comments and suggestions, it felt like I had a personal instructor and coach which combined to make a wonderful learning experience. The basic course covered so much more than I expected which makes me all the more eager to take the advanced course. Hopefully, I will have the opportunity to do that in the near future. And if I ever get to Portland, you can be sure I will stop by to personally meet both you and Elizabeth! Thanks again, and keep up the great work! You are truly an inspiration! Aimee
I have thoroughly enjoyed the videos and the kind of communication your school is known for. I feel that my status as a student in your distance learning means that I am cared for by the school. This is not an easy thing to accomplish via distance learning. You all do a fabulous job making this an intimate and a positive experience for the distance learner. Bottom line, I really am enjoying your school. You all are doing a fabulous job serving those of us in the distance learning community. Bravo! Gwen
I just want to take a moment after finishing my module 7 (almost half of the course!!) to let you know how I'm feeling about this great distance learning experience. I am very happy with the course and although it is challenging, and a bit stressful, what I'm learning and experiencing is really, really worth it all. I have been learning a lot and feel that these lessons are exactly what I was looking for. Corinne
Thank You FDI for the incredible training, which inspired my design confidence! I just landed a great design job! Kim
I just want to take a moment after finishing my module 7 (almost half of the course!!) to let you know how I'm feeling about this great distance learning experience. I am very happy with the course and although it is challenging, and a bit stressful, what I'm learning and experiencing is really, really worth it all. I have been learning a lot and feel that these lessons are exactly what I was looking for. Ana
Finding FDI was the best thing that could have happened to me! After being home with my kids for 10 years, floral design had been a love and a hobby of mine for many years. As my kids all went off to school I had to opportunity to figure out what I really wanted to do career wise. To be able to pursue my education in floral design from my home was a dream-come-true. And to be able to get such a great education and continued support was more than I could have hoped for. Thank you! Kimberly
I wanted to send a big thank you your way. The course has been everything I was looking for and more so far. I appreciate all the value adds in the segments like flowers for the diary and in modules 4 and 5 the additional demos on vessels and arrangements. It's a great experience and incredible value for me so far! Your team is friendly and I appreciate all the technical feedback too, I mean I want to be good at this!!! Robin
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REFUND SCHEDULE AND SCHOOL POLICIES:
1) Any student may cancel enrollment by giving written notice to the school within
5 business days after the date of enrollment, or prior to accessing the Online Program Education Platform.
If cancellation occurs during that 5 day period, all monies paid to the school by the student shall be refunded. There will be no refund of the registration fee.
2) If the student cancels their enrollment after they access the Online Program Education Platform and complete up to 50 percent of the Online Program Education Platform Instructional Segments and Lessons, the student shall be entitled to a pro rata refund of the total tuition cost and the instructional technology fee. There will be no refund of the registration fee.
3) If the student cancels their enrollment after access of 50 percent of the Online Program Education Platform Instructional Segments and Lessons, the school may retain 100 percent of the total tuition costs, instructional technology fee and registration fee.
4) Cancellation of the program is acknowledged to have occurred when written notice
is provided to the school by the student. When a cancellation occurs, a calculation
of allowable charges shall be made using the record of the students access to the Online Program Education Platform Instructional Segments and Lessons as the base line.
All Online Program Education Platform Instructional Segments and Lessons must be completed within one year of enrollment.
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