{"id":31107,"date":"2024-11-22T09:12:34","date_gmt":"2024-11-22T08:12:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/product\/international-professional-dutch-floral-design-course\/"},"modified":"2026-04-17T19:15:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T17:15:10","slug":"international-professional-dutch-floral-design-course","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/en\/product\/international-professional-dutch-floral-design-course\/","title":{"rendered":"International Professional Dutch Floral Design Course"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><strong>International Professional Dutch Floral Design Course<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>The International Professional Dutch Floral Design Course at the Boerma Instituut is the perfect starting point for anyone aspiring to a professional career in the floral industry. Taught in English, this program provides a solid foundation for both beginners and experienced florists, shop assistants, and hobbyists who want to elevate their skills.<br \/>\nWith the unique approach of Dutch Floral Design (DFD), you will not only learn practical skills but also gain an in-depth theoretical background essential for creating high-quality floral designs. No experience? No problem. This course is designed to teach you step-by-step all the techniques, from simple bouquets to advanced funeral arrangements and bridal work.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_30531\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-30531\" style=\"width: 377px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-30531\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Teardrop_8_Logo-331x400.jpg\" alt=\"Jacqueline Boerma teaching a student how to make a Drop-Shape Funeral Arrangement\" width=\"377\" height=\"456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Teardrop_8_Logo-331x400.jpg 331w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Teardrop_8_Logo-662x800.jpg 662w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Teardrop_8_Logo-768x928.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Teardrop_8_Logo-510x616.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2023_VO152-23_Teardrop_8_Logo.jpg 1117w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 377px) 100vw, 377px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-30531\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jacqueline Boerma geeft een student les in het maken van een druppelvormig rouwwerk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><strong>What will you learn during the course?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The course is divided into a theoretical and a practical part:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Theory:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Material knowledge: Discover the properties and uses of flowers and cut foliage.<\/li>\n<li>Color theory: Learn how to combine colors for aesthetic and harmonious designs.<\/li>\n<li>Design schemes: Understand the key styles and principles of floral design.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28890\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28890\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-28890 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-400x400.jpg\" alt=\"Vakopleiding-bloemschikken\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-510x510.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2023_Quote_Daniele_Delilo_2.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28890\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Making a Hand-tied bouquet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Practical:<\/strong><br \/>\nDuring the practical part, the focus is on technical skills. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you will learn how to create:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hand-tied bouquets: mixed, parallel, open silhouettes, and bridal bouquets.<\/li>\n<li>Corsages: men\u2019s and women\u2019s corsages and tiaras.<\/li>\n<li>Funeral arrangements: teardrop designs, crosses, wreaths, and linear arrangements.<\/li>\n<li>General floral work: Dutch garden designs, vegetative designs, Biedermeiers, and much more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Flexible Modules<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The International Floral Design Vocational Training can be taken as a full four-week course or divided into modules. This allows you to tailor the course to fit your schedule. Each module focuses on a specific aspect of floral design, and you can either take the entire course in one go or spread the modules over multiple periods.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28174\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28174\" style=\"width: 392px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-28174\" src=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2022_VON1D-22_Student_8-320x400.jpg\" alt=\"Students during day 1 creating their first biedermeier\" width=\"392\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2022_VON1D-22_Student_8-320x400.jpg 320w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2022_VON1D-22_Student_8-640x800.jpg 640w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2022_VON1D-22_Student_8-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2022_VON1D-22_Student_8-510x638.jpg 510w, https:\/\/boerma.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2022_VON1D-22_Student_8.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 392px) 100vw, 392px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28174\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Studenten op dag 1 maken hun eerste Biedermeier-arrangement.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><strong>Visit the World\u2019s Largest Flower Auction<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>A special part of the course is an excursion to the Royal FloraHolland flower auction in Aalsmeer. Here, you will see how millions of flowers are shipped around the world every day.<\/p>\n<h4>What\u2019s Included?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>All flowers, materials, and tools.<\/li>\n<li>Textbooks and color documentation.<\/li>\n<li>Coffee, tea, and lunch during the lessons<\/li>\n<li>An official certificate or diploma upon successful completion of the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note: Materials for homework assignments and travel and accommodation costs are not included.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Practical Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Course Duration: <\/strong>4 weeks (or split into modules).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cost for Full Course: <\/strong>\u20ac4,500 (including materials, lunches, and exam).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Start Dates 2026:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Full Course Program: Monday, September 7 until Friday October 2<\/li>\n<li>Modules 1-4: Flexible schedule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Start Dates 2027:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Full Course Program:<\/strong> Monday, January 18 until Friday, February 12<\/li>\n<li>Modules 1-4: Flexible schedule.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Full Course Program:<\/strong> Monday, September 6 until Friday October 1<\/li>\n<li>Modules 1-4: Flexible schedule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Who Can Participate?<br \/>\nLessons are from 10.00 \u2013 15.45.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The course is open to anyone interested in floral design, from beginners to advanced learners. There are no specific entry requirements.<\/p>\n<h4>Why Choose Boerma Instituut?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Experience:<\/strong> Over 44 years of expertise in floral design education.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quality:<\/strong> Professional instructors and internationally diplomas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Network:<\/strong> Learn and collaborate with students from around the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Have any questions? Feel free to contact us at <a rel=\"noopener\">info@boerma.nl<\/a>. Or check out our creations and lessons on Instagram and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@BoermaInstituutFlowerSchool\">YouTube!<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wpcf7-contact-form-not-found\"><strong>Error:<\/strong> Contact form not found.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>International Professional Dutch Floral Design Course<\/strong> at the Boerma Instituut offers a comprehensive, hands-on program for anyone aspiring to become a florist or take their floral design skills to the next level. This intensive course equips you with everything needed to successfully run a flower shop or work as a professional florist. Discover floral design techniques and styles that you can immediately apply in practice! 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