Certificate in Wedding Planning - Live Online Afternoon Classes

This online wedding planning course is ideal for those who:
 

• Are planning on starting their own wedding planning consultancy or business, and need to learn the foundations and a structured methodology for planning and coordinating a wedding
   
• Would like to work as an in-house wedding or venue coordinator, or wedding sales professional, at a wedding and event venue, or wedding reception centre
   
• Hold entry level wedding, event or venue positions and wishing to enhance their knowledge and skills in order to progress
   
• Hold overseas experience or qualifications and would like to add an English qualification to their resume or portfolio
   
• Would like to gain a range of event planning skills to broaden opportunities within the event industry.

Students studying the Online Wedding Planning Course will benefit from the following:

 

• Live Classes provide the ideal opportunity for interaction with Siobhan Craven Robins
   
• Expert tuition from leading UK wedding planning expert Siobhan Craven-Robins
   
• Small groups with strictly limited numbers provide a unique online experience
   
• Enjoy learning from interactions with your fellow students who bring different perspectives and experiences to the online classroom sessions.
   
• 8 weeks, post-course support

During your Online Wedding Planning Course you will study the following topics:

 

The Wedding Industry

• Industry working conditions and work ethics
• Aptitude for wedding planning
• Developing and updating knowledge and skills
• Services provided by a wedding planner

 

The Wedding

• Order of the day
• Traditions and etiquette
• Inspiration advice
• Trends in the wedding & event industry

 

Wedding Planning Skills

• Developing and monitoring wedding budgets
• Wedding planning tools - technology, timelines and checklists
• Managing guest lists, seating plans, invitations and RSVPs
• Participating in, and conducting, tastings
• Planning the ceremony
• Planning the reception
• Wedding day scheduling
• Contingency planning
• Wedding and event planner responsibilities:

Pre-wedding day activities

Wedding day activites

Post wedding activites

 

Coordinating Wedding Venues

• Venue selection criteria
• Conducting research
• Attending venue viewings
• Conducting venue viewings
• Room and table lay-outs
• Outdoor locations

 

Coordinating Wedding Services

• Catering 
• Wedding cakes
• Music and entertainment
• Florists
• Designers and decor
• Photographers and videographers
• Cars and transport
• Accommodation
• Bridal party wear
• Production
• Jewellery
• Hair and make-up

 

Inspiration and design 

• Where to find inspiration
• Translating ideas into reality
• Creating a unique experience
• Weaving traditions, influences and preferences into a wedding
• Design tools
• Imagery and ideas

 

Selling Skills

• Building a client profile
• Selling techniques
• Client Consultations

 

Relationship Management

• Effective communication
• Establishing boundaries
• Working with clients
• Approaches to resolving conflict

 

Working in the Industry

• Opportunities and pathways in the wedding industry
• CVs
• How to apply for work

 

Starting your Business

• Working for yourself
• Start-up advice
• Managing your business

 

Branding and Promotions

• Use of social media
• Branding
• How to promote yourself
• Advertsing
• Your website

Your Online Wedding Planning Course fees include:

• Comprehensive, interactive LIVE online classes
   
• Guest Speakers
   
• Virtual Tours
   
• Digital copies of the course materials
   
• 8 weeks post course support
   
• Certificate in Wedding Planning awarded by The Event School London (awarded based on 75% attendance)

The following entry requirements apply:

 

• Minimum age: 18
• Competent English language skills (comprehension and spoken)

In order to undertake your online classes you will need:

• A PC, laptop or tablet device with a webcam and reliable internet 
   
• A quiet space away from noise where you can participate in your online classes without distractions 
   
• You will be required to have your webcam on during your online classes as certification requires attendance and participation
   
• Certification requires a minimum of 85% attendance of your online classes plus a Pass Mark on your course assessment

Once you book your course place, you'll receive course confirmation within 48 hours. 

 

Then, prior to each class, Siobhan will email you a link to join your online classes. You'll need to download a small piece of software before you're first class - so it's a good idea to get ready approx 15 minutes before the first class start time. 

 

At the beginning of the first class, your trainer will explain to you how the functions of your online learning platform work and what to expect from your online classes.