Become an AIFD Education Partner
AIFD is excited about the prospect of new alliances with member schools and hope that it will be beneficial for you as well as for the whole floral industry.
The process to become an Education Partner is easy. Simply complete the application form thoroughly, answering all questions and filling in each blank. If you would like for your school to also be considered as an AIFD PFDE Pathway Provider, you must also complete the PFDE Objectives for Written and Design Evaluations forms, which are included in the application above. If a question or piece of information does not pertain to your school, place a "N/A" in the space to indicate "not applicable." Incomplete applications will not be processed.
The Evaluation Form that the Education Committee will use to recommend membership is also available for your reference.
Please note that to participate in the "Education Connection" at National Symposium, applications must be received at AIFD Headquarters no later than May 1. This membership category is not an endorsement or accreditation from AIFD. If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tom Shaner at tomshaner@assnhqtrs.com.
- Listing in AIFD membership directory with a brief description (25 words maximum) of educational opportunities (classes offered, etc.)
- Online Directory listing on AIFD Web site including a link to school web page (same description as in directory)
- Use of "AIFD Education Partner" designation in advertising, promotions and school certificates.
- Opportunity to speak with AIFD National Symposium participants about you school and to display school information. This "Education Connection" and will be similar to the current book fair format.
- Symposium discounts:
- Attendance at AIFD National Symposium at AIFD member rate for one instructor who is NOT an AIFD member
- Offer students who have completed a course, the opportunity to attend AIFD National Symposium at member rate (one-time only discount)
