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Launch a Career in Wedding Planning

Learn to plan, coordinate, and style weddings from scratch. This online certificate is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality and accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon successfully completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their studies.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and access to latest job opportunities and industry connections.

100% Online, Study Whenever Suits You

The course is fully online with 24/7 access, allowing students to study at their own pace from anywhere in New Zealand.

No Exams

There are no exams in this course, ever.

Free Student ID Card

Enrolled students receive a free Virtual Student ID Card giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel, and more in New Zealand and around the world.

Free CCH eBook Library Access

Students get access to the CCH eBook Library with over 50 titles to enhance their learning.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Upon completion, graduates can verify their qualification via SEEK Pass and share it on SEEK to stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

Institute of Hospitality Endorsement

This course is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international organisation committed to continuing professional development, benchmarked against professional development standards.

GST not included in listed price.

100 hours of self-paced study, six months access
Shareable SEEK Pass credential from day one of completion
Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Wedding Planner AssistantBridal CoordinatorVenue Liaison OfficerVendor Relations CoordinatorCeremony CoordinatorWedding Budgeting AdministratorBridal Showroom CoordinatorEvent Styling AssistantReception CoordinatorClient Services Coordinator

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

Inside The Course

Introduction to Weddings
Planning a Wedding
Managing People for a Wedding
Managing Locations Associated with a Wedding
Managing the Programme
Managing Services in Support of a Wedding
Managing the Wedding Client
Managing the Wedding Day
Planning Your Wedding Business
Operating a Wedding Business
How religion may factor into a wedding
Services engaged in wedding planning
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$29 / week

Payment Plan, $29 per week. Flexible payment frequency options available.

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Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What are the entry requirements for this course?

There are no formal academic entry requirements listed for this certificate. It is designed to be accessible to students new to wedding planning as well as those already working in events or hospitality. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.

How much does the course cost and is a payment plan available?

A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

Students have six months of access to complete the course, with approximately 100 hours of study involved. Because the course is fully self-paced, students can move faster or slower depending on their schedule.

How is the course delivered and are there any exams?

There are no exams; assessment is entirely coursework-based. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours.

Is there a work placement component?

This course does not include a formal work placement. Career Centre access is available from enrolment, including job tips, recruiter connections, CV templates, and a personalised CV review to help students move into the sector.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

The certificate earned is accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international professional body committed to continuing professional development. Students also earn CPD credits and receive a SEEK Pass verified credential to share with employers. It is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This certificate covers the full scope of wedding planning, from client consultation and budgeting through to venue liaison, vendor management, ceremony coordination, and event styling. Students develop the practical skills used daily by coordinators and planning assistants across the events and hospitality sector.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is entirely online with 24/7 access and around 100 hours of self-paced study over a six-month access period. There are no exams; assessment is coursework-based throughout.

On completion, students earn a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality. The credential can be verified and shared with employers via SEEK Pass. A Career Centre with CV templates, a personalised CV review, and recruiter connections is available from day one.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Training Establishment

TC
The Career Academy NZ
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Dedicated career support team offering coaching guidance and advice every step of the way, including after course completion. 24/7 access to career resources. One-to-one coaching available through Career Success Hub and Business Hub.
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