Preston Bailey's Fundamentals of Floral Design

Floral design is an integral part of every Preston Bailey event. The Preston Bailey Fundamentals of Floral Design course, Part 1 in the Floral Design series, is an opportunity for you to learn the fundamentals of floral design from Preston Bailey, the industry's most highly regarded floral design expert.

The course is designed for beginners who have no experience with flowers, flower arranging, or floral design. You will learn the tricks that every good professional floral designer depends on. The course will also help you gain a strong foundation in the basics, which prepares you for learning the more complex techniques of Preston's unique floral designs. Upon completion of this course, you will also have the unique opportunity to apply for internships in your local area. You can also receive notices of internship opportunities and industry conferences and events.

I.    Introduction 
    A. Create Floral Design Tool Kit
    B. Research Business License

II.    Experiments 
    A. Processed experiment
    B. Non-Processed experiment

III.    Reference Binder Project 
    A. Research
    B. Create a Reference Binder

IV.    Industry Insight 
    A. Alternative Floral Design Techniques
    B. Sharing a Floral Design Techniques

V.    Non Floral Material 
    A. Discuss Non floral materials
    B. Research
    C. Create a Portfolio of non floral materials

VI.    Ideas and Practice 
    A. Corsages and boutonnieres
    B. Ceremony Décor
    C. Creating a collage
    D. Rose Boutonnieres
    E. Orchid Boutonnieres
    F. Creating a corsage
    G. 3-loop bow

VII.    Bridal Bouquets 
    A. Round Bridal Bouquets
    B. Long Bridal Bouquets

VIII.    Centerpieces 
    A. Create a vase arrangement
    B. Create a small topiary
    C. Create a long/ low centerpiece
    D. Create 2-foot garland

IX. Final Project & Exam

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac device.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows XP or later.
• Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word (not included in enrollment).
• Microsoft PowerPoint is recommended but not required (not included in enrollment).
• Windows Media Player or a similar program.
• Adobe Flash Player. Click here to download the Flash Player.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• You are required to source local flowers and other floral arrangement supplies to complete assignments. (not included in enrollment)
• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

We recommend that you take Certified Wedding Planner and Preston Bailey's Signature Wedding & Event Design prior to enrolling in this course.

1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student?

Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration.

2. How long does it take to complete a program?

All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. When you register you receive six (6) months to complete this program.

3. Do I have to buy additional materials?

Yes. While instructional materials are included, you will need to source your own flowers and other floral arrangement supplies to complete your final project. (not included in enrollment)

4. Can I get financial assistance?

ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.

5. What happens when I complete the program?

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.

6. Am I guaranteed a job?

ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

7. Who will be my instructor?

Each student is paired with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.

8. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?

In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don’t have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.

9. Can I use a Mac?

Yes, you can use a Mac for this program.

10. How can I get more information about this program?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us” form to the right. You may also call us at 1-855-520-6806. We will answer your questions promptly.

11. When can I start the program?

Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.

Please note: Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.

12. Once I complete a course, do I receive a certificate?

Yes, you will receive a certificate that you can display from Preston Bailey and The Wedding Planning Institute.

13.   What if I don't have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?

The time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't worry too much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension.