Floristry Techniques

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
J/504/9316
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about relevant tools and equipment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify the function of essential tools in floristry.
  • 1.2
    Identify items of equipment for use in floristry.
  • 1.3
    State what the equipment identified is used for.
2

Know about relevant plant material.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify types of plant material used in floristry.
  • 2.2
    State the type of arrangement for which each plant material would be suitable.
  • 2.3
    Identify potentially hazardous plant materials.
3

Know about conditioning techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Outline methods of conditioning plants.
  • 3.2
    State the benefits of conditioning plants.
4

Know about preservation techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    State when plant material should be picked for preservation.
  • 4.2
    Outline methods of preserving plants.
5

Be able to identify basic design principles.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Identify basic shapes used in floral displays.
  • 5.2
    Identify line, bold and filler material in a given display.
  • 5.3
    Identify contrasting and complementary colours.
6

Know about basic construction techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Outline basic construction/support techniques used in floral displays.