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Certificate in Wedding Planning
Go behind the scenes to learn what it takes to plan the perfect wedding.
Become a Certified Wedding Planner (CWP)
The Certificate in Wedding Planning Course is an online course that will show you not only how to plan beautiful weddings, but will teach you all the skills required to have a successful career as a wedding planner.
Perhaps you’re a bride who fell in love with the planning process during her own wedding, or maybe you’re looking for a more creative and fulfilling career.
For most people, their wedding day is the most special day of their lives.. And you get to be a part of it!
Every week, you’ll meet new couples and help them transform their vision into reality. The day they’ve been dreaming of for months – maybe even years – will come to life in front of them.
And knowing that you helped two people create a lifelong memory (one they’ll cherish more than any other) is an amazing feeling!
Choose this course if you’d like to:
- Get creative & start planning the ideal wedding for friends, family, and clients!
- Learn invaluable business skills to help you land a wedding planning job or launch a business
- Gain an internationally recognised Certification and prove that you're a professional in a career you love!
Includes...
Inside your course:
- Engaging Audio and Video Content that makes learning wedding planning a simple and exciting process
- A 'Done-For-You' Business Launch Blueprint that takes the guesswork out of starting your entrepreneurial journey
- Templates, Checklists, & Cheat Sheets to ensure you start making a profit and growing your business as soon as possible
- Private Community Full of Like Minded Wedding Lovers sharing their invaluable tips, experiences, and knowledge
- An Internationally Recognised Certification to present to clients and bolster your perceived expertise (this makes landing clients far easier!)
- Worksheets, Course Notes, & Transcripts to make studying and implementing your new skills a breeze
- Live Tutorials From our Expert Wedding Mentors Every Week (helping you to continue learning more, improving your skills, and growing your business!)
- Lifetime Access to All Content allowing you to work at your own chosen speed and retouch on prior content whenever needed
Meet Your Instructor
Kylie Carlson’s journey in the industry is both rich and diverse, encompassing roles as a planner, stylist, and an educator. Her prowess as a designer is matched by her acclaim as an international entrepreneur, particularly noted for her expertise in marketing and innovative quiz designs.
Students will find Kylie to be not only knowledgeable but also approachable and engaging as an instructor, making the learning experience both enjoyable and enriching.
Guest Contributors
Wendy Dahl
Since 1994, Wendy Dahl has been helping brides and grooms create their vision of the perfect wedding day. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership from Chapman University, Wendy worked in corporate marketing before turning full time to her passion of event planning.
She is a certified Professional Bridal Consultant by the Association of Bridal Consultants as well as a Certified Beverly Clark Wedding Professional. She has served as the Director of Marketing of the Wedding Industry Professionals Association (WIPA) and has been Co-Director of the ABC- Orange County, President of the Orange County Chapter of ILEA (International Live Events Association) and is a current member of NACE. She has completed the Meeting and Events Management program at Orange Coast College, where she then taught in the program for five years. Her education combined with many years of experience make Wendy a wealth of knowledge and a trusted resource that both her clients and other industry professionals have come to rely on.
Sasha Souza
Event designer. Industry Educator. Author of Signature Sasha books. Mentorship, education & consultancy programs. From Napa, California.
Marley Majcher
Marley Majcher is the CEO of The Party Goddess!, a nationally acclaimed full-service event planning and a leading small business expert in Los Angeles, California.
Isabel Smith
Since 2009 Isabel has been involved in planning weddings all over the world as well as weddings for US clients taking place in England alongside her LA business partner.
Meryl Snow
Meryl has spent 28 years in the special event & catering industry as co-founder of Feastivities Events, along with its subsidiaries OffShoots Decor and Philadelphia’s Picnic Company.
Access your course anywhere.
Gain flexibility in accessing your Wedding Academy course by seamlessly navigating it on a range of devices such as desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
Excitingly, as of 2024, we have introduced our dedicated app available for both Apple and Android platforms. This innovative app not only enhances the learning experience but also allows you to conveniently stream content to your television, providing an even more immersive educational journey.
Course Modules:
Introducing the Wedding Industry: This module provides an overview of the wedding industry, including its history and evolution. Students will learn about the different types of wedding planners, the current trends in the industry, and the essential skills required to succeed as a wedding planner.
Think Like a Planner: This module teaches students how to approach wedding planning from a planner’s perspective. Students will learn how to analyze a client’s needs and preferences, how to anticipate potential problems and challenges, and how to develop creative solutions.
Creating a Concept: This module covers the process of creating a concept for a wedding. Students will learn how to brainstorm ideas, how to develop a theme, and how to create a vision board. They will also learn how to translate a client’s vision into a cohesive concept.
Developing a Theme: This module teaches students how to develop a theme for a wedding. Students will learn how to choose a color scheme, select decor elements, and create a mood board. They will also learn how to incorporate a theme into all aspects of the wedding, from the invitations to the reception.
The Psychology of a Bride: This module explores the psychology of a bride and the emotional factors that may influence her decision-making process. Students will learn how to empathize with their clients, understand their needs and preferences, and manage their expectations effectively.
Client Consultations: This module covers the process of conducting client consultations, including how to prepare for a consultation, how to ask the right questions, and how to develop a good rapport with clients. Students will learn how to gather information about a client’s vision, budget, and priorities, and how to translate this information into a wedding plan.
Preparing a Wedding Budget: This module teaches students how to prepare a wedding budget. Students will learn how to create a budget template, how to estimate costs for different aspects of a wedding, and how to manage a budget effectively. They will also learn how to communicate budget limitations to clients and how to negotiate with vendors to stay within budget.
Sourcing Your Vendors: This module covers the process of sourcing vendors for a wedding, including how to identify potential vendors, how to compare different options, and how to negotiate contracts. Students will learn about the different types of vendors, such as florists, photographers, and stationers, and how to select the best vendors for their clients’ needs.
Wedding Catering & Rentals: This module focuses on wedding catering and rentals. Students will learn how to select the right catering options for a wedding, such as buffet vs. plated meals, and how to work with catering vendors to create a menu that meets the client’s needs and budget. They will also learn how to select the right rental items, such as tables, chairs, and linens, and how to coordinate with rental vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly on the wedding day.
Music & Entertainment: This module covers music and entertainment options for a wedding. Students will learn about the different types of entertainment, such as live bands, DJs, and performers, and how to select the right entertainment option for the client’s wedding. They will also learn about the logistical considerations involved in coordinating with entertainment vendors, such as setting up equipment and coordinating with other vendors.
Understanding Floral Design as a Wedding Planner: This module covers the basics of floral design and how it relates to wedding planning. Students will learn about the different types of flowers and plants commonly used in weddings, how to select the right flowers for a wedding, and how to work with floral designers to create a cohesive floral design plan for the event.
Working with Installations: This module focuses on working with floral installations, such as arches, chuppahs, and floral walls. Students will learn about the different types of installations, how to select the right installation for the wedding, and how to coordinate with a floral designer to ensure the installation is executed properly.
Floral Design Demonstration: In this module, students will have the opportunity to watch a floral design demonstration led by a professional florist. They will learn about the process of designing and creating floral arrangements, and will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from the expert.
Floral Design with Karen Tran: This module features a guest lecture from renowned wedding floral designer Karen Tran. Students will learn about Karen’s approach to floral design, her design philosophy, and her tips for creating stunning floral arrangements for weddings.
Setting up the Wedding Venue: Students will learn how to oversee the setup of the wedding venue, including coordinating with vendors and ensuring that all decor and equipment is in place.
Managing the Wedding Timeline: This module covers how to create and manage a detailed timeline for the wedding day, including the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Students will learn how to ensure that everything runs on schedule and how to manage any last-minute changes.
Coordinating with Vendors: Students will learn how to manage communication and coordination with all vendors involved in the wedding, including catering, photography, and entertainment. They will also learn how to troubleshoot any issues that may arise.
Managing the Wedding Party: This module covers how to manage the wedding party, including the bride and groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen, and any children involved in the wedding. Students will learn how to ensure that everyone is in the right place at the right time, and how to manage any unexpected situations that may arise.
Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: This module covers how to troubleshoot and solve problems that may arise on the wedding day, such as a vendor not showing up or bad weather. Students will learn how to handle these situations calmly and professionally to ensure that the wedding day is a success.
Ongoing Live Trainings
As a lifetime member of Wedding Academy you get access to of our Student Communities where we post regular trainings across various timezones as part of our commitment to keep you up-to-date in the ever-changing wedding industry.
You’ll also get access to recordings of our Live Masterclasses from Wedding CEO Club
Certificate in Wedding Planning
Pay in Full to enjoy savings, or choose the Payment Plan where you can commence today with just a 25% deposit and then clear the remaining balance weekly or monthly within a period of up to 6 months.
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What our students say...
Best thing I’ve done business wise.
I now have the skills and confidence to launch my own business.
You take what you need and if you are not sure, the advisors are there to help.
Image Credits:
Rebecca & Josh’s wedding in the Mount Anakie, Australia
Planner & Stylist: WA CEO Jac Bowie | Photographer: Chloe May
