How To Become a Floral Designer

What degree do you need

One of the most common questions that we always get is what major or degree do I need to become Floral Designers or what courses do I need to take.

We also asked Floral Designers what did they major in college or university and here are the top 5 most popular majors that came up.

Most floral designers have a high school diploma or the equivalent. There are postsecondary programs that are useful for florists who want to start their own businesses. Programs in design and caring techniques for flowers are available through private floral schools, vocational schools, and community colleges. Some community colleges and universities offer an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in floral design.

How hard is it

You may need some previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience to be a Floral Designer. For example, a bank teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

Careers in this difficulty category need anywhere from a few months to one year of on-the-job training.

License and certifications

The American Institute of Floral Designers offers a Certified Floral Designer certification. Although certification in floral design is voluntary, it indicates a measure of achievement and expertise. To become certified, a floral designer must demonstrate a grasp of floral design knowledge gained through work experience or education.

Skills required

We asked other Floral Designers if they could only have 5 skills, what would they be. Here is what they said.

Knowledge required

Just like any other job, you will need certain know-hows to excel at your job. Floral Designers are generally very knowledgeable in these 5 key areas.

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