Description
Course Name: Professional Certificate in Floriculture
Course Id: CFT/Q1001.
Eligibility: A high School (10th grade) or equivalent is required.
Duration: Two Months.
Objective: The Professional Certificate in Floriculture course is designed to provide individuals with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the cultivation, management, and marketing of flowers and ornamental plants. This course aims to support employment and entrepreneurship in the fast-growing floriculture industry.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Introduction to Floriculture: Overview of floriculture and its importance, History and evolution of flower cultivation, Scope and career opportunities in floriculture, Classification of flowers – seasonal, perennial, and ornamental, Major floriculture crops and their economic value, Role of floriculture in landscaping and decoration, Global trends and market demand for flowers, Sustainable floriculture practices, Basic botanical concepts related to flowering plants, Importance of quality standards in floriculture.
Propagation Techniques in Floriculture: Methods of propagation – sexual and asexual, Seed propagation and germination techniques, Vegetative propagation – cutting, grafting, layering, and budding, Micropropagation and tissue culture techniques, Soil and media preparation for propagation, Growth regulators and their role in propagation, Nursery management and care for young plants, Pest and disease control in propagated plants, Hardening of plants before transplantation, Tools and equipment used in propagation.
Soil and Nutrient Management for Flower Crops: Importance of soil health in floriculture, Soil types and their suitability for different flowers, Soil testing and nutrient analysis, Organic and inorganic fertilizers for flower crops, Fertilization techniques – basal, foliar, and drip irrigation, Composting and organic soil amendments, Soil sterilization methods to prevent diseases, pH and salinity management in flower cultivation, Mulching techniques for moisture retention, Crop rotation and intercropping in floriculture.
Greenhouse and Protected Cultivation: Types of greenhouses and their structures, Shade net houses and polyhouses for flower production, Temperature and humidity control in greenhouses, Ventilation and shading techniques, Hydroponics and soilless cultivation methods, Drip and mist irrigation systems, Pest and disease management in controlled environments, Cost-effective greenhouse construction techniques, Advantages of protected cultivation in floriculture, Government schemes and subsidies for greenhouse farming.
Commercial Flower Cultivation Practices: Selection of flower varieties for commercial production, Land preparation and planting techniques, Seasonal and perennial flower crop management, Irrigation scheduling and water management, Weed control methods in floriculture, Use of plant growth regulators for better yield, Harvesting techniques for different flowers, Post-harvest handling and storage, Grading and packaging of flowers, Export potential and quality standards for commercial flowers.
Pest and Disease Management in Floriculture: Common pests affecting flower crops, Biological control methods for pest management, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies, Identification and control of fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases, Use of organic pesticides and eco-friendly solutions, Importance of crop rotation in disease prevention, Precautionary measures to prevent disease spread, Common physiological disorders in flowers and their remedies, Safe handling and application of pesticides, Government guidelines on pesticide use in floriculture.