A wedding is a significant and joyful occasion in a couple’s life, but it can also be one of the most stressful! Wedding planners take the pressure off the happy couple by planning, organising and managing their wedding. If you’re a great listener, have a caring personality and love helping people, wedding planning may be an ideal career for you.
The Certificate of Wedding Planning is an online program that will teach you wedding planning fundamentals so you can help people create the perfect day.
In this professional development course, you will gain an understanding of all aspects of planning and managing a wedding event. You will learn the management, organisation and event planning skills required to be a successful wedding planner.
You will also learn about different styles of weddings, types of ceremonies and receptions and how to work with caterers, photographers, reception venues and celebrants to create the perfect wedding for your clients.
On completion of this course, you will feel inspired to pursue a career as a wedding planner or to develop a hospitality business, such as a boutique wedding venue, or even work in the travel sector as a ‘destination wedding’ coordinator.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Introduction
- Wedding planning skills
- Getting started
- Wedding ceremony types
- Legalities
- Receptions
- Types of receptions
Unit 2 - Planning
- Setting the date
- Suggested plans
- Themed weddings
- Hen / Stag parties
- Location, location, location
- Reception venues
- Destination weddings
- Renewal of vows
- Rings and flowers
- Inviting children
- Catering
Unit 3 – Managing people for a wedding
- Wedding roles
- The mother of the groom
- Mother of the bide
- Maid of honour / bridesmaids
- Best man
- Conflict / advice
- How to deal with Bridezilla
- Conflict handling techniques
- Anger management
Unit 4 – Managing locations associated with a wedding
- Deciding on a venue
- Locations on a budget
- Table planning
- Wedding photography checklists
Unit 5 – Managing the program
- Wedding day travel
- Wedding day schedule
Unit 6 – Managing services in support of a wedding
- Effective control of events
- The wedding cake
- Stationery
- Invitations
- Buying a wedding dress
- Floristry
- Wedding photography
- Creating romance photos
- Managing people during photos
- Gift registry
- Beauticians and hairdressers
Unit 7 – Managing the wedding client
- Communication
- Initial interview
- Contracts and cancellations
- Setting a budget
Unit 8 – Managing the wedding day
- Wedding planner’s survival kit
- Calling off the wedding
Unit 9 – Planning your wedding business
- Designing a home page
- Site maps
- Navigation
- Promotions
- Follow up
- Getting experience
- Networking
- Public relations
- Advertising
- Fees
Assessment
Assessment Information
When you study with Australian Online Courses, you will be assessed using a competency-based training method.
Competency-based training focuses on the achievement of skills and knowledge against set criteria to meet industry-standard and is not benchmarked against other students’ work.
In this course, the assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, which may include short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks.
If you do not achieve a competency result on your first attempt, you have two more attempts to pass your assessment. So, you have three attempts in total to obtain a competency result.
In this way, you can complete your course in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 50 hours. We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:
- Wedding Planner
- Event Co-Ordinator
- Event Venues
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