Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
In this course students from various backgrounds come together to experience and learn floristry. The course focuses on all aspects of floral techniques and design to enable students to work in a vibrant, changing industry. This course provides specialist training in floral designs with a specific emphasis on the practical side of floristry.
Aims & Objectives:
This course provides students with the understanding and skills they need to start a career in the floristry industry or to get a step up for people already working in floristry.
Course Structure:
A total of 15 units of competency must be completed, including 14 core units and one elective unit.
Units of Study:
Core unitsWRRLP1B Apply safe work practicesWRFO201B Provide service to floristryWRFO202B Care for floristry stock and merchandiseWRFO203B Prepare and display floristry stockWRFO204B Assemble and prepare floristryWRRCS1B Communicate in the workplaceWRRCS2B Apply point of sale handling proceduresWRRER1B Work effectively in a retail environmentWRRS1B Sell products and servicesWRRF1B Operate retail equipmentWRRF1B Balance register/terminal WRRI1B Perform stock control proceduresWRRLP2B Minimise theftWRRM2B Perform routine housekeeping duties Elective unit RTC2016A Recognise plants
Career Opportunities:
This course helps students to find employment within the floristry industry and explore the career opportunities in the retail floristry environment. Possible job titles include: Career self-starters who want to run their own business or work from homeFlorist working in a flower shop or retail environmentFloral designer for corporate events These are just some of the careers on offer; there are many other challenging areas that need floristry expertise.
These are just some of the careers on offer; there are many other challenging areas that need floristry expertise.
Professional recognition:
This is a national qualification which is formally recognised throughout Australia.
Entry Requirements:
Students need to be 15 years or over and have appropriate numeracy and literacy skills.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/credit
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
Details of the fee structure and TAFE course fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Direct application: forms can be downloaded from the website at http://www.swinburne.edu.au/tafe/apply
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
