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Continuing Education

Certified Wedding and Event Planning

Dates:June 3 - August 7, 2025
Meets:6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location:CE Main Campus 328
Cost: $2,495.00

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The Certified Wedding and Event Planner course is a comprehensive 340-hour hybrid program designed to equip aspiring professionals with the essential knowledge, skills, and practical experience to thrive in the event planning industry. Combining 10 weeks of in-class instruction with instructor-led virtual learning, the curriculum covers event planning fundamentals, design aesthetics, vendor management, client relations, logistics, and crisis management. Emphasizing hands-on learning and networking, this program offers real-world experience and paid internship opportunities. Students will learn from industry experts, develop a compelling portfolio, and earn a prestigious certification recognized by industry associations.

Course Objectives:
1. Provide comprehensive training covering all aspects of successful event planning.
2. Equip individuals with practical skills and real world experience.
3. Confidence and skills to launch their own successful event planning business.
4. Real world experience through interships

 5. Networking Opportunities & membership with industry professionals.

Fee: $2,495.00
Hours:340.00
CEUs:34.00

CE Main Campus 328

2000 Clayton State Blvd.
Going I-75 South or North, take exit 233 and turn left. Go to sixth light and turn right on Clayton State Blvd. Take the next right at traffic light onto North Lee Street and then left on Simpson Drive. The Harry S Downs Center for Continuing Education will be the last building on your left. You will pass Spivey Hall and the Music Education Building.
Date Day Time Location
06/03/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/05/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/10/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/12/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/17/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/19/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/24/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
06/26/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/01/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/03/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/08/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/10/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/15/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/17/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/22/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/24/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/29/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
07/31/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
08/05/2025Tuesday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328
08/07/2025Thursday6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 328