Profiles 
What do Florists do?
Florists prepare floral arrangements such as bouquets, sprays, wreaths and vases of flowers. They also organise the storage, sale and delivery of floral arrangements.
Florists may perform the following tasks:
- design appropriate floral arrangements based on discussions with clients about their requirements, including type of occasion and budget available
- select flowers and greenery, taking into account the expected life of each flower, and trim flowers to a suitable length, strengthening them with wire if necessary
- arrange flowers and greenery in vases or secure them to a wire or plastic base, finishing the arrangement with ribbons or other trimmings
- make sure that flowers remain in good condition by taking into account the temperature, watering requirements and storage needs
- arrange local delivery of flowers and relay interstate and overseas orders
- arrange dried, paper, silk or latex flowers and fruits and other materials
- decorate churches and halls for weddings and other special occasions
- take part in management and administration, such as working out costs of floral arrangements, maintaining financial records and supervising staff.
Florists may need to attend flower markets early in the morning. They have a high level of contact with the public.
How do I become a Florist?
To become a Florist you usually have to complete a certificate in floristry. Entry to the certificate courses generally require a minimum of year 10. You can also become a florist by doing a traineeship in Floristry, which involves both on and off-the-job training. The off-the-job training is provided through Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s), including Group Training Companies. Entry requirements may vary but employers generally require a minimum of Year 10.
Qualifying as a Florist involves:
- Completing a certificate in floristry as a course or as a traineeship
- Attending paid work with a “host employer” for the duration of the traineeship
- Attending off-the-job Training at an RTO
Ideal Personal Requirements to be a Florist include:
- Enjoy artistic and creative activities
- Good sense of colour, texture and design
- An appreciation of different varieties of flower
- Good communication skills
- An appreciation of the importance of discretion and confidentiality
Florist Profile