Floral Design Certificate Program
Floral Classes
- Floral Design 1, 2 & 3 (core)
- Principles & Elements of Design (core)
- Sympathy & Funeral Flowers (core)
- Wedding I: A Personal Touch (core)
- Wedding 2: Ceremony & Celebrations (core)
- Masterclass: European Structures (elective)
- Floral Fundamentals (elective)
- Glass Menagerie (elective)
- Designing with Spring Bulbs (elective)
- Fit to Be Tied (elective)
- Wearables (elective)
- Floral One-Day Workshops
Bucks County Community College is a proud Educational Partner with the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD). Through this program, floral design students have a chance to become a Certified Floral Designer (CFD) by completing BCCC’s comprehensive curriculum.
STEP 1: Successfully complete your Bucks Floral Design Certificate Program
STEP 2: Pass the final evaluation.
STEP 3: Complete the AIFD online test ($164) and receive an 80% or better within two weeks of receiving access to the online test. Visit the AIFD website for industry certification requirements.
Students who receive a Floral Design certificate of completion may be eligible to earn up to 20 credits of technical competencies/trade skills towards the requirements of the Technical Entrepreneurship Associate of Arts degree (2070).
Students who successfully complete the required Education Partner coursework as listed below, will be invited to participate in the hands-on Capstone, wherein their work will be evaluated. Once completing the Capstone, all students will receive a Certificate of Completion from BCCC, and, if the student's work is deemed at the level of a CFD (Certified Floral Designer), an invitation to proceed to the final step in the CFD certification process with AIFD will be extended.
The course is to be completed at your own pace, there is no time limit on finishing the program. By engaging in all classes as they are offered throughout the year, the program could be completed in as little as 9 months.
Students who receive a Floral Design certificate of completion by successfully completing the program may be eligible to earn up to 20 credits of technical competencies/trade skills towards the requirements of the A.A. in Technical Entrepreneurship (2070).
Please note: Unless otherwise noted, only one absence per class is permitted in order to receive a certificate of completion. If class is canceled due to weather, the class will be rescheduled in the same week.
| Core Classes | Prerequisite | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Floral Design 1 | – | 15 |
| Floral Design 2 | Floral Design 1 | 15 |
| Floral Design 3 | Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2 | 15 |
| Principles & Elements of Design | Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2 | 12 |
| Wedding 1: A Personal Touch | Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2 | 15 |
| Wedding 2: Ceremony & Celebrations | Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2 | 15 |
| Sympathy & Funeral Flowers | Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2 | 15 |
| 4 Electives | – | – |
| Capstone (Final Evaluation) | All 7 core and 4 electives | – |
Total Certificate Hours (not including Capstone): 102
- Must complete 102 hours plus 4 electives in order to register for the capstone.
- Unless otherwise noted, only one absence per class is permitted in order to receive a certificate of completion. Missed classes cannot be made up. Unless other arrangements have been made directly with the instructor prior to the start of the class that you will be missing, you forfeit the materials for the class that have been ordered on your behalf. Ask the Community Education & Professional Certification Department for instructor contact information to inquire about the possibility of collecting the materials.
- If the college should close for some reason and your class is cancelled, the class will be rescheduled in the same week.
- There is a $35 non-refundable withdrawal charge if you cancel your enrollment in a course. The following conditions apply to refunds:
- For all courses: 100% refund (less withdrawal charge) when you notify the Community Education & Professional Certification Department at least five (5) days prior to the course starting date. No refunds after this time.
- If you withdraw your registration from a floral design course within 72 hours of the start of that course, you have the option of picking up the fresh material for the first class that has already been ordered on your behalf. Picking up the fresh material must take place during the time slot that the class is taking place. If you do not make these arrangements with the instructor prior to the start of the class, you will forfeit the materials. Ask the Community Education & Professional Certification Department for instructor contact information to make these arrangements.
Floral Design 1 (CORE) FLORAL 1000 C01
8/19 - 9/23
No Class 9/9 6–9 p.m.
You will be introduced to the basics of floral designing - how to care and condition fresh flowers to prolong their life, floral design terminology, and various design trends and techniques. You will learn to arrange in a variety of vases (including but not limited to glassware, plastic, and basket containers) using a wide range of flowers and foliage.
No prior experience necessary.
Students should bring a floral knife, bunch cutters, wire cutters and scissors to class.
Cost includes $350 material/book.
Floral Design 2 (CORE) FLORA 1001 C01
You will be able to advance your knowledge and skills in floral design with this intermediate course. You will have opportunities to design larger arrangements using more complex techniques. You will learn to use some of the most common design techniques including: mille de fleur, Biedermeier, phoenix, and waterfall designs.
Prerequisite: Floral Design 1
Cost includes $250 material/flower cost.
Class meets on the following dates: Tuesday 6/9, Wednesday 6/17, Tuesday 6/23, Tuesday 7/7 and Tuesday 7/14
NO CLASS on 6/30
Principals & Elements of Design (CORE) FLORA 1030 C01
How can you balance a floral design with color? What accents can you use to create rhythm? What's the best way to line up the scale of your design for proper proportion? Take a deep dive into the Principles & Elements of design in this course where we'll explore inspirations and refine hands-on floral design applications. Attendance at all classes is required in order to receive a Certificate of Completion. Renee Tucci, AIFD, CFD
Prerequisite: Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2
Cost includes $150 materials/flower cost.
Wedding 1: A Personal Touch (CORE) FLORA 1014 C01
From brides and grooms, to moms, flower girls and that great uncle who's never missed a birthday, we'll walk through the best ways to create all of the personal flowers for the wedding day, along with techniques to add that creative and personal touch for each unique client. Renee Tucci, AIFD, CFD, Shannon Toal, AIFD, CFD & Heather Towne, AIFD, CFD
Prerequisite: Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2
Cost includes $250 materials/flowers. Wedding 1 and Wedding 2 are independent courses and do not need to be taken in succession.
Wedding 2: Ceremony & Celebrations (CORE) FLORA 1015 C01
We're going to the chapel, and the church, and the Cathedral! Then we'll explore the techniques and mechanics used to create inspiring reception décor. All instructors will teach this class.
Prerequisite: Floral Design 1 & Floral Design 2
Cost includes $250 materials/flowers. Wedding 1 and Wedding 2 are independent courses, and do not need to be taken in succession.
FLORAL FUNDAMENTALS (ELECTIVE) FLORA 1035 C01
7/13 - 7/23 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Let's talk shop! In this lecture series we'll dive into flower identification, sourcing, care and handling, pricing strategies, sales tips, social media musts and much, much more! Renee Tucci, AIFD, CFD
Modern Mechanics FLORA 1006 C01
Join us on a journey that takes traditional flowers to the next level. We'll explore ways to use foliage, branches, grasses, and decorative wires to enhance and support your beautiful blooms. At least one arrangement will be made each class. Students will take all arrangements they create in class. This course can be used as an elective in the Floral Design Certificate Program. Renee Tucci, AIFD, CFD
Cost includes $200 material/flower cost
Floral One-Day Workshops
The Art of Flower Sushi RFNRT 9031 C01
The Art of Flower Sushi is a playful, hands-on workshop where flowers meet creativity. Learn how to craft delicate “sushi” from fresh blooms and botanicals, then design a beautiful platter to showcase your floral feast.
Pearly Petals RFNRT 9035 C01
Pearly Petals is a hands-on floral design workshop celebrating the soft beauty of early summer flowers paired with the timeless elegance of June’s birthstone—pearls.
Plant-Powered RFNRT 9036 C01
Plant-Powered is a hands-on floral design workshop where nature takes center stage. Learn to create a modern, stylish arrangement using an assortment of plants—including trendy succulents—that showcase the beauty and strength of living design.
Shifting Seasons RFNRT 9037 C01
Shifting Seasons is a hands-on floral design workshop that captures the beauty of transition. Using flowers that bridge summer’s vibrance with autumn’s warmth, you’ll
create designs that celebrate the changing colors and textures of September.