answer:How to become a florist We used to rent a shop from a florist, and a friend and a family member became florists so I know a bit about this. Most people take classes while working at a flower shop. You do not need a certificate or a license to work at a floral shop. Most tips are learned working with someone that has been in the business and has vast experience. In other words, you’ll learn a lot of this via hands on experience. The hours are much longer than typical retail hours. Be prepared to work long hours on weekends and before/after ‘typical’ work hours to deliver funeral and wedding arrangements.