BALTIMORE – Sixty-two of the 71 candidates were successful in their bid to become a Certified Floral Designer (CFD®) as bestowed by the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), it was announced by Ann Jordan AIFD, CFD, president of the Institute.
The candidates participated in AIFD’s rigorous Professional Floral Designer Evaluation (PFDE) session held July 10, immediately prior to the AIFD National Symposium “Caliente” in Miami. Earning a CFD is the first step of the PFDE; the ultimate goal is to become an Accredited Member of AIFD.
Of the 62 who earned their CFD credentials (34) or maintained their CFD credentials (28), 12 created artistic designs that were so excellent in presentation that they have been invited to become a member of AIFD and they will be inducted during ceremonies at the 2013 AIFD National Symposium “Passion” in Las Vegas, June 28-July2.
During a PFDE, candidates must create five designs in four hours – product and categories are not announced until the PFDE begins. Designs are then evaluated based on ten points of professional floral design including mechanics, balance, color, theme, line, creativity and mechanics.
Prior to participating in the design portion of the PFDE, candidates must complete certain education requirements and successfully complete an online test to evaluate their fundamental understanding of design.
CFD designers are required to maintain their professional designation by accumulating 25 hours of floral design continuing education or serving in various capacities in floral associations.
For a complete listing of new and renewed CFD’s please visit http://aifd.org/2012-pfde-results/.
About the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) Established in 1965, the American Institute of Floral Designers is, today, the floral industry's leading non-profit organization dedicated to establishing, maintaining and recognizing the highest standard of professional floral design. AIFD and its worldwide accredited members are at the forefront of the industry in presenting educational design programs and in designing flowers for such renowned events as the Tournament of Roses Parade, Academy Awards and Presidential Inaugurations. Find more information at www.aifd.org.
Source: American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD)
