Floral Design Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a Certificate in Floral Design. Students may enter the workforce during the third semester of the program. Students explore floral design concepts, techniques, and identification, usage, and culture of plants. This program prepares the student for a career to work in or own a floral business. In addition to learning about floral design and arrangements, students will learn about flower shop management and flower care for tropical and indoor plants.

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My Academic Plan: Part-Time

Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your Certificate. This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

Fall Semester 1

FLD 1000Introductory Floral Design

3

MAT 1140 or Higher Career Mathematics (MAT 1140) or Higher

3

HLT 2023 or HLT 2026 Annuals, Bulbs, & Grasses (HLT 2023) or Interior Plants (HLT 2026)

2

Total Credit Hours:8

Semester Note:  Students may take HLT 2023 in Fall Semester 1 or HLT 2026 in Spring Semester 2.
HLT 2023 is offered only in Fall Semester.
HLT 2026 is offered only in Spring Semester.

Spring Semester 2

FLD 2000Advanced Floral Design

3

Total Credit Hours:3

Summer Semester 3

HLT 2080 or HLT 2081 Any Horticulture Internship (HLT 2080) or (HLT 2081)

3

Total Credit Hours:3
Semester Note:  Students should consult with faculty to choose the most suitable internship course and semester. Internship courses may be taken in Spring Semester 2, Summer Semester 3, or Fall Semester 4, but either Summer or Fall Semester 4 is recommended.

Fall Semester 4

FLD 2089Capstone

4

Total Credit Hours:4
Semester Note:  FLD 2089 is only offered in Fall Semester 4.

Total Credit Hours: 18

Prior Learning eligible course

•  Learn more about Credit for Prior Learning

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Important Program Notes

Students pursuing the AAS degree must also take HLT 1101 and HLT 2140.