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Wedding Planner Distance Learning Course

Plan the perfect day - Wedding planner Course

Wedding Planners are the glue that holds every wedding together. They are the project managers who plan and co-ordinate everything to do with the organisation running up to the wedding and on the day itself. They ensure that the requirements of the bride and groom are met and are experts on how to make every bride's fantasy a reality. Wedding Planners work closely with venue co-ordinators, florists, hospitality staff, photographers, chefs, decor suppliers and all other vendors relating to the wedding industry. The Wedding Planner training is based on 4 basic modules covering the following:

  • Duties of a Wedding Planner
    • Consultation with bride and groom & Preparing a budget
    • Preparing a timeline
    • Planning the ceremony & reception
  • Developing Your Skills as a Wedding Planner
    • Interpersonal skills & Organisational skills
    • Creativity
    • Liaising with the right people and building up a network of vendors
  • Wedding Industry Jobs
    • Types of jobs available
    • Searching for a job
    • Construct an effective CV
    • How to interview for a Wedding Planner position
  • Start your own business as a wedding planner
    • How to start up your own business
    • How to market yourself
    • How to work with clients

Create beauty and splendour as a Wedding Planner

If you have an eye for detail and a love of all things glamorous, then a profession as a wedding planner is for you. No previous experience is required aside from the natural ability of bringing things to life and a passion for creating events that are unique and beautiful.

Wedding Planner courses available:

Course Name Course Code Price before bursary Price after bursary* Payment plan option available Once off payment price
Senior Certificate Course Code: WPL01D R14,375 R5,750* R400 over 14 months R4,895
Study period: up to 12 months

*Prospective students will need to contact Academy of York to see if they qualify for a bursary

Assignment based. No tests. No exams.

All you have to do to get started is to register. You will receive your course material within 7 to 10 working days of registration, after which you start studying towards your Aademy of York certification. There are NO exams, NO tests, only assignments that you can complete from the comfort of your own home

AOY Accreditation

The Academy of York is fully accredited by The Department of Higher Education and Training as a Further Education College, FASSET SETA and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB).

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