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At Ornatus Floral Academy, we offer three proven pathways to complete your education and become eligible to earn the Certified Floral Designer (CFD®) credential through AIFD. Whether you prefer in-person, online, or a hybrid experience, our programs are designed to fit your lifestyle—while preparing you to meet the highest standards in professional floral design.
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Certification: Upon successful completion of this course, you will be prepared to take the Online CFD exam. Once you pass the online CFD exam, you will receive Certified Floral Designer (CFD) credentialing and CFD membership enrollment from our educational partner, the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD). This prestigious certification will enhance your credentials and open doors in the floral industry.

Course Overview: Are you passionate about flowers and ready to turn your love for floral design into a rewarding career? Join our comprehensive Floral Design Certification Course, where you’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the floral industry.

Program Details:

  • Duration: 56 hours of academic classes.

  • Schedule: Intensive Course. 7 Days 

  • Level: Complete to earn your certification.

  • Flowers and hard goods included.

  • The course includes 25 practical floral exercises designed to enhance the skills of both beginners and experienced florists. These exercises range from basic flower arrangement techniques, such as creating simple bouquets and vase arrangements, to more advanced tasks like designing intricate wedding bouquets and funeral designs. Each exercise is carefully structured to provide hands-on experience with a variety of flowers, and hard goods, ensuring that participants not only learn the theory behind floral design but also gain the practical expertise needed to execute their creative ideas successfully.

What You’ll Learn: Throughout this course, you will explore:

  • Elements and Principles of Floral Design.

  • Flower care and handling.

  • Design techniques and mechanics.

  • Designs for Weddings and Personal Flowers.

  • Designs for Funerals and Sympathy.

  • Business practices for floral designers.

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Who Should Enroll: This course is ideal for aspiring floral designers, event planners, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of floral artistry.

 

Why Choose Us?:

  • Expert instructors with industry experience.

  • Hands-on training in a collaborative environment.

  • Networking opportunities with fellow students and industry professionals.

What's Included:

  • Fresh Botanicals & Products: Work with a wide variety of premium, seasonal flowers and foliage to create stunning arrangements.

  • Hardwoods: Gain hands-on experience incorporating unique elements such as dried branches and specialty woods to add texture and structure to your designs.

  • Lunch & Coffee Breaks: Enjoy delicious, catered meals and coffee breaks to recharge, allowing you to focus on your designs without distraction.

  • Printed Manuals: Receive comprehensive, easy-to-follow manuals filled with techniques, tips, and inspiration that you can reference long after the course ends.

  • Small Group Instruction: Benefit from personalized guidance in a small group setting, ensuring hands-on instruction tailored to your pace and skill level.

  • Step-by-Step Instruction: Our expert instructors will walk you through each design process, providing clear, actionable steps to help you master each arrangement and technique.

Certified Floral Designer (CFD) Intensive Course

Certified Floral Designer (CFD) Intensive Course

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