Floral Design Associate in Science and Certificate of Achievement
This degree program is designed for those individuals seeking careers in the floral industry, or for those seeking to upgrade their existing skills and prepare for further training. Course work is directed toward skills, concepts and practices used in the commercial floral industry with an emphasis in hands-on training. There is also an emphasis on the business skills needed to succeed as a floral industry entrepreneur.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Perform work-related functions according to current industry standards.
- Assess and resolve work-related problems using current industry-specific tools and resources.
- Communicate effectively to prospective clients, managers and coworkers in a workplace setting.
- Abide by industry and government regulations regarding occupational health and safety, and/or environmental standards.
Associate in Science Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| OH-114 | Floral Design I | 3 |
| OH-116 | Floral Design II | 3 |
| OH-117 | Wedding Design I | 3 |
| OH-118 | Special Occasion Floral Design | 3 |
| OH-120 | Fundamentals of Ornamental Horticulture | 3 |
| OH-180 | Plant Materials: Annuals and Perennials | 3 |
| OH-290 | Cooperative Work Experience Education 1 | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Business | ||
| Entrepreneurship: Starting and Developing a Business | ||
| Business Law: Legal Environment of Business | ||
| Select nine units from the following: | 9 | |
| Two-Dimensional Design | ||
| Drawing I | ||
| Entrepreneurship: Starting and Developing a Business | ||
| Business Communication | ||
| Plant Propagation | ||
| Plant Materials: Trees and Shrubs | ||
| Greenhouse Plant Production | ||
| Total Units | 33 | |
Plus General Education Requirements
- 1
Student must complete six units within the major at Cuyamaca College to be eligible for this course.
Certificate of Achievement
Students who complete only the major requirements above qualify for a Certificate in Floral Design. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.