Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 1:15 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Certificate IV in Floristry
Certificate IV in Floristry
SFL40115
AWO8
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 04/04/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/09/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of skilled senior florists who use a range of highly developed floristry skills to design, construct and sell a diverse range of complex floristry products. These individuals have substantial depth of knowledge of construction techniques and floristry design elements and principles.
They work independently and many florists at this level have supervisory responsibilities to plan, monitor and evaluate the work of team members. Some senior florists take a lead role in coordinating the day-to-day operational and business activities of small floristry businesses.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a senior florist in a diversity of floristry industry business types including retail floristry shops, studios and online floristry businesses.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSEntry 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.
PACKAGING RULES
Twelve (12) units must be completed:
- six (6) core units
- six (6) elective units, consisting of:
- four (4) units from the list below
- four (2) units from the list below, elsewhere in SFL Floristry Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course.
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVG68 | SFLDEC009 | Construct complex floristry products | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVG41 | SFLDEC010 | Coordinate floristry products for special occasions | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVG40 | SFLMGT001 | Coordinate floristry work teams | 22 | Unit of competency |
| AVG26 | SFLDEC003 | Design complex floristry products | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVG36 | SFLSOP012 | Maintain and order floristry stock | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVG47 | SFLWHS002 | Provide a safe work environment | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) units must be completed from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D546 | SFL40110 | Certificate IV in Floristry | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOI0 | SFL40125 | Certificate IV in Floristry | Qualification |
No information
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.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships