Elevate Your Expertise in Wedding Planning, Consulting, and Coordination!
Welcome to our cutting-edge online certification course in Wedding Planning, Consulting, and Coordination – a transformative journey for both aspiring wedding professionals entering the industry and seasoned experts seeking higher education. At the forefront of wedding planning education for over two decades, we proudly present the Wedding Planner, Consultant, and Coordinator Online Certification course, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence.
Course Highlights:
- Comprehensive Learning Experience: Our course seamlessly combines engaging lectures, insights from industry luminaries, interactive webinars, and independent home-study to provide a holistic learning experience that prepares you for the dynamic world of wedding planning.
- Leading-Edge Textbook: Upon enrollment, you’ll receive a downloadable textbook that serves as your guide through this enriching journey. Designed to complement your participation in the pre-recorded webinars, the textbook is your greatest resource on all things wedding-related.
- Flexible Learning: We understand that life is busy, so our course is tailored to fit your schedule. You have the flexibility to complete the course at your own pace over a generous three-month period. With the textbook and course materials delivered electronically on the first day, you’re in control of when and where you immerse yourself in the world of weddings.
- Dedicated Support: Throughout your learning journey, our team is just a call or email away. Whether you have questions, require clarification, or need guidance, our experts are here to assist you, ensuring a seamless and enriching educational experience.
Unlock Your Potential in Wedding Planning, Consulting, and Coordination:
This course isn’t just about certification; it’s a voyage of self-discovery and professional growth. Join us in mastering the art of crafting unforgettable wedding experiences. Enroll today and embark on a transformative journey that will empower you to excel in the vibrant and ever-evolving world of weddings. Your dream career in wedding planning awaits!
Be sure to read this article: What does a Wedding Planner do?
Webinars + 3 Tests + Home Study + Written Assignment + Final Exam = Certification
Topics Covered
- What is a Wedding Planner/Coordinator/Consultant?
- Difference between Planner, Coordinator and Consultant
- Wedding Planners/Coordinators and their roles through History
- Profile of a Wedding Planner/Consultant/Coordinator
- The 4 main reasons a Wedding Planner/Consultant/Coordinator would be hired
- Income Potential
- The Many roles of a Wedding Planner and Coordinator
- Couple Psychology
- Expectations of a Wedding Planner/Coordinator/Consultant
- Wedding Etiquette
- The Phases of Wedding Planning and Coordination
- Coordination of the Wedding Day from start to finish
- How to build a Portfolio
- Client Interviews
- Creating Wedding Schedules
- Developing the Theme
- Building a Vendor Base
- Vendor Relations
- Vendor Contracts
- Venue Site Visits
- Rehearsal Planning
- Roles throughout the Planning Process
- Test on what you have learned
- Professionalism
- Setting Up One’s Own Business
- Getting Started
- Choosing a Name and Slogan
- Market Research
- Contracts and Agreements
- Office Requirements
- Equipment Requirements
- Sole Proprietorship vs. Incorporation
- Hiring Assistants
- Setting your fees
- Choosing your Services
- Part-time vs. Full-time
- Home Office vs. Commercial Office
- Networking
- Advertising your business
- Generating Business
- How much will it all cost?
- Social Media and Public Relations
- Practices of a Successful Wedding Planner and Coordinator
- And many more topics
- Test on what you have learned
Home Study
Home Study is a review of all of the above, as well as studying the provided textbook which also includes:
- Social Media and Public Relations
- Building and Maintaining a website
- Wedding Marketing Statistics
- Everything a Wedding Professional should know about Wedding Etiquette
- Invitations
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Wedding Attire
- Second Marriages
- Gift Registration
- Wedding Showers
- Stag/Bachelor Parties
- Wedding Fundraisers
- Jack & Jill’s/Buck & Does
- Thank you cards
- Dinner Place settings
- Who traditionally pays for what
- The Wedding MC and announcements
- Receiving lines and their order
- Cash Bars
- Final Certification Exam
Final Certification Exam
The Final Certification Exam is web-based.
You have 120 minutes to complete the Exam. There are 80 questions drawn randomly from a pool of 120 questions. The Certification Exam is worth 40% of your Final Grade and must be passed with an overall mark of 60% or higher.
*Upon completion of all aspects of the course, a certificate will be mailed to successful students in 4-6 weeks of the final course date (International mailing times may affect timing.)
Cost: $899
Refunds will be given provided 5 business days notice is given in writing to info@wpic.ca prior to the class start date. All funds will be returned except the $100 registration fee. There will be no refunds of the course fee once the class has begun.
