The NYBG Certificate Program helps you develop your own aesthetic and master the mechanics for everything from simple bouquets to grand-scale arrangements, while giving you a practical, real-world, business foundation. No experience is necessary—just your flair and enthusiasm!
Those in pursuit of a Certificate must complete 142 total course hours (116 required + 26 elective), plus an 80-hr internship. Browse this page to discover what required courses are currently scheduled.
February
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The
ability
to
command
a
broad
vocabulary
of
styles
defines
the
professional
floral
designer.
From
Neo-Classical
and
Victorian
to
English
garden
and
Flemish,
understanding
floral
styles
expands
your
design
options,
evokes
specific
moods,
and
helps
create
the
perfect
setting.
$290
more...
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253FDN302D
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02/11
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Tu
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10:30am-3:00pm
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Cawley
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NYBG
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Learn the keys to successful floral design and master the mechanics needed to create round, triangular, parallel, and crescent arrangements. Experiment with shape, line, and symmetry while composing beautiful, balanced creations.
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253FDN300CO
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02/19
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We
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10:00am-4:00pm
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Woodson
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ONLINE
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Sympathy
arrangements,
properly
composed,
pay
tribute
to
a
departed
loved
one
and
offer
solace
to
the
grieving.
There
are
details
to
be
discussed
with
a
bereaved
family,
special
etiquette
to
be
observed,
and
a
wide
choice
of
designs
that
make
more...
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253FDN382
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02/22
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Sa
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10:00am-4:30pm
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Norman
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NYBG
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The
ability
to
command
a
broad
vocabulary
of
styles
defines
the
professional
floral
designer.
From
Neo-Classical
and
Victorian
to
English
garden
and
Flemish,
understanding
floral
styles
expands
your
design
options,
evokes
specific
moods,
and
helps
create
the
perfect
setting.
$290
more...
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253FDN302EO
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02/26
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We
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10:00am-4:00pm
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Woodson
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ONLINE
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March
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Sympathy
arrangements,
properly
composed,
pay
tribute
to
a
departed
loved
one
and
offer
solace
to
the
grieving.
There
are
details
to
be
discussed
with
a
bereaved
family,
special
etiquette
to
be
observed,
and
a
wide
choice
of
designs
that
make
more...
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253FDN382B
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03/02
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Su
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10:00am-4:30pm
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Norman
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NYBG
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Colors—like
flowers
themselves—evoke
feeling
and
sentiment,
and
set
the
mood.
Explore
the
role
of
color
in
floral
design
using
a
spectrum
of
flowers.
This
course
gives
you
a
solid
grounding
in
color
theory,
while
highlighting
the
latest
hues
and
color
more...
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253FDN306C
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03/05
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We
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10:30am-1:00pm
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Edinger
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NYBG
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There
are
many
types
of
flowers
available
for
floral
designers,
from
exotic
imports
to
locally
grown.
Learn
to
identify
new
varieties
of
old
favorites,
seasonal
flowers,
and
various
foliages.
Topics
include
the
special
handling
needs
of
many
flower
types.
more...
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253FDN308BO
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03/06
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Th
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6:00pm-8:30pm
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Edinger
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ONLINE
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Flowers
play
a
crucial
role
in
creating
a
memorable
wedding.
Learn
the
elements
of
successful
floral
wedding
design,
including
the
art
of
fine
wiring
and
taping
to
create
corsages
and
boutonnieres
with
fresh
flowers,
ribbons,
and
bows.
Advance
to
the
more...
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253FDN304C
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03/11
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Tu
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10:00am-2:30pm
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Cawley
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NYBG
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Learn
to
navigate
the
bustling
New
York
flower
district!
Discover
where
to
get
the
best
flowers
and
hard
goods
from
the
pros.
Your
confirmation
letter
will
include
where
we
will
meet
in
the
flower
district.
Lunch
is
not
included.
Dress
more...
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253FDN400C
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03/12
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We
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9:00am-12:30pm
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Woodson
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OFS
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Florists
and
floral
designers
who
want
long-lasting,
gorgeous
interior
plantings
won't
want
to
miss
this
unique
class
from
florist,
horticulturist,
and
indoor
plant
expert
Chris
Raimondi.
In
this
class,
Chris
shares
essential
horticulture
practices
for
proper
selection
and
maintenance
of
more...
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253FDN310B
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03/14
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Fr
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10:00am-2:30pm
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Raimondi, CLP
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NYBG
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Full, lavish arrangements to enhance entrance halls, ballrooms, parties, and hotels are always in demand. Learn the mechanics behind how these dramatic arrangements are designed and constructed. $240 materials fee.
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253FDN502
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03/26
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We
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10:00am-2:30pm
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Woodson
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NYBG
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April
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Flowers
play
a
crucial
role
in
creating
a
memorable
wedding.
Learn
the
elements
of
successful
floral
wedding
design,
including
the
art
of
fine
wiring
and
taping
to
create
corsages
and
boutonnieres
with
fresh
flowers,
ribbons,
and
bows.
Advance
to
the
more...
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253FDN304D
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04/06
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Su
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10:00am-2:30pm
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Mele
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NYBG
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