Benefits
- Ideal for anyone who is looking for a successful career as a wedding planner
- Make your own study schedule and take advantage of online tutoring hours
- Obtain a certified diploma once you finish the course.
Details
Packed in to 24 modules teaching you everything you need to succeed.
The comprehensive syllabus is supported by experienced tutors who are there to help you through email.
Your qualification will be recognised and can be checked for validity on our dedicated website.
Module 1
Wedding Planning Introduction
Student Objectives:
- To learn about all of the activities that wedding planners take part in
- To know what being a wedding planner is all about
- To understand why people rely on wedding planners
- To learn how you can make money as a wedding planner
- Plus much more...
Module 2
Types of Weddings
Student Objectives:
- To learn about different religious ceremonies
- To learn about civil ceremonies
- To learn about location weddings and ceremonies
- To learn about non-traditional weddings
- Plus much more...
Module 3
Wedding Customs of the World
Student Objectives:
- To understand that people from all over the world have different wedding traditions
- To learn more about the meanings that different traditions carry
- To be prepared to cater to traditions that lay outside your own culture
- To appreciate the value and beauty that different wedding traditions hold
- Plus much more...
Module 4
The Wedding Planning Process
Student Objectives:
- To understand the timeline in which minimum tasks are required to be completed
- To understand what should be done over a year before the wedding
- To understand what should be planned between six months and one year before the wedding
- To understand what should be completed in the last few months before the wedding
- Plus much more...
Module 5
Choosing a Wedding Venue
Student Objectives:
- To learn about the basics of finding a venue
- To understand the importance of the budget in finding a venue
- To learn about the implications of the location of the venue
- To understand the importance of scheduling
- Plus much more...
Module 6
Wedding Ceremonies & Wedding Legalities
Student Objectives:
- To understand how many people take part in the wedding ceremony
- To understand who can be legally married in the UK
- To understand what the couple needs to provide to ensure the wedding is legally recognized
- Plus much more...
Module 7
Order of the Day – Ceremony Speeches, Readings & Music
Student Objectives:
- To learn about the order of the speeches
- To learn about what goes into a speech
- To understand the different types of readings
- To learn how to help the couple find and choose readings
- Plus much more...
Module 8
Planning a Wedding Theme
Student Objectives:
- To understand the basics of planning a theme
- To learn about common wedding themes
- To learn how to narrow down a theme
- To understand how to turn a theme into a concept
- Plus much more...
Module 9
Clothing, Beauty and Attire for Weddings
Student Objectives:
- To learn about who needs wedding clothes
- To learn where to get wedding clothes
- To learn more about choosing the best clothes for the wedding
- To learn how to save money when buying wedding clothes
- Plus much more...
Module 10
Wedding Catering
Student Objectives:
- To understand the importance of catering
- To learn how to choose a caterer
- To understand how to book a wedding cake
- To learn about different beverage packages
- Plus much more...
Module 11
The Wedding Cake
Student Objectives:
- To understand how to choose a baker
- To understand the different components of a wedding cake
- To learn how to organize the cake
- To learn how to display the cake
- Plus much more...
Module 12
Wedding Entertainment
Student Objectives
- To learn how to find the right entertainment for a wedding
- Understanding different forms of wedding entertainment
- Understanding the logistics of wedding entertainment
- Keeping children entertained during a wedding
- Plus much more...
Module 13
Printed Materials and the Gift List
Student Objectives:
- To understand the planning process of creating printed materials
- To learn about different gift lists
- To learn how to set up a wedding gift website
- To understand the difference between a paid or free wedding website
- Plus much more...
Module 14
Wedding Transport
Student Objectives
- To understand why transport should be booked in advance
- To know how to diversify entertainment options
- To learn how to ensure all guests and wedding party members have transport
- To know how to inspect the transport
- Plus much more...
Module 15
Wedding Photography and Videography
Student Objectives
- To understand how to find an amazing wedding photographer
- To learn how to consult with a photographer before the wedding day
- To learn how to encourage the couple to get the most out of their experience with the photographer
- To know how to find the right videographer
- Plus much more...
Module 16
Wedding Flowers
Student Objectives:
- To learn what flower arrangements you need
- To understand what flowers are in season and when
- To learn where you can buy flowers in the UK
- To understand whether you need a florist
- Plus much more...
Module 17
Wedding Favours
Student Objectives:
- To learn about the history of wedding favours
- To learn why wedding favours are given
- To understand the difference between wedding party favours and guest favours
- To know what type of favour is relevant for each wedding
- Plus much more...
Module 18
Wedding Gifts
Student Objectives:
- To learn what type of gifts the wedding planner is in charge of
- To understand how to help the couple make their gift list
- To know what gift responsibilities a wedding planner has at the reception
- To learn how to help the bride and groom choose gifts for their wedding party
- Plus much more...
Module 19
Weddings Abroad
Student Objectives
- To know what your role of a wedding planner is when the couple marries abroad
- To know which tour operators to recommend to couples marrying abroad
- To understand what documents are necessary for those travelling abroad
- To know how to explain the importance of travel insurance
- Plus much more...
Module 20
Planning the Honeymoon
Student Objectives:
- To learn how to find good travel deals
- To learn about popular honeymoon destinations
- To learn how to book travel successfully
- To understand how to help the couple book the honeymoon they want
- Plus much more...
Module 21
Stag and Hen Nights
Student Objectives:
- To learn about planning weekends away
- To learn about budgeting for a traditional party
- To learn about organizing a traditional party
- To learn about STEN dos
- Plus much more...
Module 22
Owning a Wedding Planning Business
Student Objectives
- To understand the pros and cons of owning a wedding planning business
- To know what knowledge is necessary to be self-employed
- To understand what goes into owning your own business
- To understand how to determine your approach
- Plus much more...
Module 23
Dealing with Suppliers
Student Objectives:
- To learn about different suppliers that you will use when planning weddings
- To understand how to find good suppliers
- To learn how to negotiate with suppliers
- To learn some tips in dealing with suppliers
- Plus much more...
Module 24
Marketing, Insurance & Tax
Student Objectives:
- To learn about advertising
- To learn about the different types of advertising available to your business
- To learn the importance having a good reputation
- To learn about building a website
- Plus much more...