{"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":"2026-06-24T10:45:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T08:45:57","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.<\/p>\n<p>With 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?<br \/>\nNo problem. This course is designed to teach you step-by-step all the techniques, from simple bouquets to funeral arrangements and bridal work. We bring you from 0 skill to practical florist level by the end of the program.<\/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 shows how to make a teardrop funeral arrangement.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><strong>Flexible Modules<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Students can either complete all four weeks consecutively or choose to enroll in individual modules and complete one or two modules at a time, depending on their schedule and learning goals. This flexible approach allows participants to study at their own pace while still working towards completion of the full course.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">When students register for one or two modules, students will receive a certificate of participation. Students who join the full 4 weeks will have an exam at the end, after passing the exam, students will receive a diploma, marks list and the Green Boerma Flower pin.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What will you learn during the course?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The course is contains both practical and theory lessons, but the focus is on a hands-on skill based education.<\/p>\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 Style, vegetative designs, Biedermeiers, and much more.<\/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>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 scheme: Learn how to analyse your own work and the works of others.<br \/>\nThe design scheme is made to serve as a way to categorize designs, but can also serve as a step by step guide to designing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-28174\" style=\"color: #333333; font-size: 14.4px;\" 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\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Studenten during day 1 make their first Biedermeier arrangement.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Visit the World\u2019s Largest Flower Auction<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>As part of the course there&#8217;s also 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>The exam and all materials needed to complete it.<\/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 46 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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