Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Floristry
Certificate III in Floristry
SFL30110
D545
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 29/06/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a range of well-developed floristry design, construction and sales skills. They are skilled operators who apply a broad range of floristry technical competencies using discretion and judgement and have a sound theoretical knowledge of floristry design elements and principles and construction techniques. They may provide technical advice and support to team members.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve the SFL30110 Certificate III in Floristry, 21 units must be completed:- 16 core units
- 5 electives:
- a minimum of 3 elective units must be selected from the elective units listed in the qualification outline
- the remaining units may be selected from this or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course; these must be units which are first packaged
at AQF level 2, 3 or 4.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
1. Core Units
All sixteen (16) units must be completed
2. Elective Units
A minimum of three (3) elective units must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S408 | WRF30104 | Certificate III in Floristry | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWP2 | SFL30115 | Certificate III in Floristry | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from the national website at Training.gov.au.
3. This qualification was entered on to STARS on 26/10/2011.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements to this qualification.
Application
Individuals with this qualification are able to work in many floristry industry sectors and enterprise types. The structure of this qualification recognises the diversity of business models that characterise the floristry industry. The types of enterprise to which this qualification may apply include retail floristry shops, studios and businesses who sell via the internet or phone.
Work would be undertaken in any type of environment where flower and plant materials are stored and cared for and where floristry products are designed, constructed and either sold direct to customers or via the floristry distribution network. This could include on-site assembly work at special occasions.
Florists with this qualification would design, construct and sell a diverse range of floristry products.
Possible job titles include:
florist in any environment including a retail shop florist, studio florist or in-house florist.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships