Private qualifications Flower Designer
A specialist in designing "life with flowers" with sensitivity and physical strength. She is active not only in floral decoration, but also in the fields of interior design and fashion.
Can anyone become one if he/she names himself/herself?
Flower stores have always been a popular career choice for children. This is probably because it seems like a familiar and fun job, especially for girls.
Flower stores are evolving rapidly with the times. Some florists and flower stores have expanded beyond flower decoration into the fields of interior design and fashion. Most of them call themselves "floral designers.
To be precise, "floral designer" is not a qualified name, but a professional name. In other words, anyone can become a "floral designer" and do the same job as a "floral designer" even if they do not have a certification.
If this is the case, what are the advantages of obtaining a certification?
Better to be qualified than not.
First of all, students can learn the basics of floral design. The work of floral design requires a sense of style, but without the skills to express that sense, it will be a waste of valuable resources.
The certification test proves that one's skills are above a certain level. Passing the exam will increase your credibility at work. Also, it is easier to keep abreast of trends in the floral industry because you can increase your horizontal connections through the organizations that sponsor the exam.
If you want to be able to do what you want as a professional, it is important to always be willing to step up your game. Just getting a certification is not enough.
If you are interested, it would be a good idea to go to a nearby flower shop where there are floral designers and ask them about their work. If you visit behind-the-scenes to see the hard work involved, you will understand the breadth of the work that is involved.
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| Learn at a specialized school | There are many places that teach floral design, but an NFD-accredited school will lead you directly to this certification. |
|---|---|
| sit for an examination | There are three levels of examinations from Level 3 to Level 1. There is no age limit if you have a certificate of completion of the subjects to be examined. |
| Passed! | The first step to becoming a professional. Those who wish to become instructors of floral design will aim for a more advanced qualification. |
| Preparation for Independence | Usually, they start as part-timers or apprentices. Your hard work at this stage will determine your future. |
| Finally, a single stand! | Full rotation with all the experience we have accumulated. The key to success lies in the steady repetition of daily work and ambition! |
contact information (for inquiries) (e.g. corporate phone number)
社団法人日本フラワーデザイナー協会
（略称：NFD）
〒108-8585 東京都港区高輪4-5-6
TEL 03-5420-8741
