Ornatus Floral Academy: 3-Week Floral Design Certification Program

3-Week Floral Design Certification Program

Our 3-Week Floral Design Certification Program is an immersive, hands-on
educational experience designed to develop your floral design skills through
artistry, technique, and professional excellence.

Over three carefully structured weeks, students progress from foundational design
principles to specialized floral applications, building confidence, creativity, and
industry-level preparation in a professional, small-group learning environment.
Pathway to CFD Certification

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the
online Certified Floral Designer (CFD) exam. Students who successfully complete
the required examination may earn the CFD credential and CFD membership
through the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), subject to AIFD’s
current requirements.

Week 1 — Elements & Principles of Floral Design
Build a strong foundation through the study of floral design elements and
principles, color theory, balance, proportion, composition, and professional
mechanics.

Week 2 — Flowers to Wear and Carry
Learn to create elegant personal flowers for weddings and special events,
including bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, and other wearable floral designs.

Week 3 — Sympathy FlowersDevelop the skills to create meaningful floral tributes, including wreaths, sprays,
sympathy arrangements, and personalized memorial pieces.