Course Overview
The Certificate IV in Floristry involves theory and practical work which intends to develop your skills in floristry. The Certificate IV focuses on floristry design, construction and sales skills and incorporates leadership and business skills.
After finishing the Certificate IV in Floristry you will be a fully qualified florist with a range of high level skills to ensure your success working in the field of floristry.
You also have the opportunity to improve your floristry skills through our various additional education pathways.
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who have:
- achieved the Certificate III in Floristry via an Australian Apprenticeship Pathway; OR
- demonstrated floristry industry experience in applying the skills and knowledge in the Certificate III in Floristry. This is achieved via:
- providing a portfolio of evidence outlining how the skills and knowledge gained in the Certificate III in Floristry have been applied in an industry context; OR
- 12 months post qualification industry experience.
Target Audience
The course is suitable for those wishing to expand their knowledge to include more detailed and high level skills. There is also a focus on the operation of a floristry business and the foundational skills require to be successful within the industry.
Benefits
The Certificate IV in Floristry provides detailed competency in Floristry. This qualification provides individuals with high level skills to work in a range of contexts including events and more substantial floristry environments. There is a focus on business education and ability to operate a floristry business successfully.
Career Opportunities
Learning Outcomes
Certificate IV in Floristry (SFL40115)
High Level Floristry Skills
Business Knowledge
- Certificate IV in Floristry (SFL40115)
Course Duration
The Certificate IV in Floristry is delivered over a 12 to 18 month period. It is important to note that this course is competency based and will require a student satisfactorily obtaining the skills to be a competent Florist, as such this requires the course to be somewhat flexible in its delivery approach.
Core Units
This course is delivered on campus in Surrey Hills, Victoria. A combination of theory units and practical assessments make up this course with role play and simulated working environments incorporated in the delivery. Students will work in a simulated floristry work room at the college.
Completion of 12 units of competency (6 core and 6 electives). In order to participate in this qualification, students must have achieved the Certificate III in Floristry via an Australian Apprenticeship Pathway or demonstrated floristry experience in applying the skills and knowledge in the Certificate III in Floristry via providing a portfolio of evidence outlining how the skills and knowledge gained in the Certificate III in Floristry have been applied in an industry context or with 12 months of post qualification industry experience.
Unit Code | Unit Name |
SFLWHS002 | Provide a safe working environment |
SFLSOP012 | Maintain and order floristry stock |
SFLDEC010 | Coordinate floristry products for a special occasion |
SFLDEC009 | Construct complex floristry products |
SFLDEC003 | Design complex floristry products |
SIRXMGT001 | Coordinate floristry work teams |
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Electives/Streams
Based on detailed industry consultation, MM College has selected the following six elective units of competency to meet the training package rules.
Unit Code | Unit Name |
SITXHRM402 | Lead and manage people |
BSBITU305 | Conduct online transactions |
SIRXEBS001A | Acquire and retain online customers |
BSBSMB404 | Undertake small business planning |
BSBSMB403 | Market the small business |
BSBSMB406 | Manage small business finances |
Pre-requisites
The Certificate IV in Floristry requires students to have successfully completed the Certificate III in Floristry. To successfully enrol in the course does require the completion of a Pre-Training Review. This process allows MMCollege to also assess a students suitability to undertake the course including a Language, Literacy and Numeracy evaluation.
Entry Requirements
The Certificate IV in Floristry requires students to have successfully completed the Certificate III in Floristry. Students are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review process to evaluate their suitability for the course.
Assessment
Course assessments are delivered in the form of;
Written assessments
Practical assessments
Project work
Role Play
Accreditation & Award
This qualification is nationally accredited and successful participants will receive a certificate for SFL40115 Certificate IV in Floristry
Credit Transfer
A credit transfer is the recognition that a unit or component of another training program may be equivalent in content and level to a unit or component of the training program you are seeking to undertake. A credit transfer can result in the exemption of some units or course requirements and reduce your fees. Relevant units deemed competent on Statements of Attainment or AQF Qualifications issued by other RTOs will be recognised. The credit transfer process incurs no additional costs when enrolling in a course with MMC. Any application for credit transfer(s) is required to be made at the time of enrolment.
Recognition of Prior Learning
MMCollege is committed to providing up-to-date and relevant Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) information to all students during enrolment and whilst enrolled. MMCollege staff will provide support and guidance regarding these enquiries. The RCC assessment follows the same procedure as RPL described below. All applicants for RPL will be provided with a copy of the relevant unit of competency and evidence requirements for the units being applied for. Applicants who are able to provide satisfactory evidence that they have achieved the required unit of competency or competencies may progress through the course with an exemption for the RPL units.
What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process, which recognises what you have learnt from:
- Life experience
- Work experience
- Non-accredited/accredited training programs
These experiences are measured against the qualification/unit you are doing or want to do. If what you have learned at work or elsewhere is relevant to your course or qualification, you may not have to do certain units of the qualification again.
How does RPL work?
If you decide to apply for RPL, you will be asked for detailed records of your experience, employment, training, etc., which may be relevant. An RPL application form template (Appendix 1.2) can be requested from Administration. Part of the RPL process requires you to conduct a self-assessment and to provide evidence against each of the performance criteria in a unit of competency. Once this is completed, you will then have an interview with your trainer who will go through your evidence portfolio with you.
Please speak with staff during your enrolment process in regards to applications for RPL. Please note there is a cost for the RPL process to cover the time spent by trainers and administrators processing the RPL application.
Delivery Locations
401 Canterbury Road, Surrey Hills Victoria 3127
Fees & Funding
Fees can vary depending on your eligibility for Government funding and your concession status. Please refer to our fees schedule for more information