Event Planner Course
Event Planner Course is ideal for aspiring Event Planners, event assistants, coordinators, and beginners, offering a CPD-accredited certificate to support career growth. Learn event management, client handling, invitations, marketing, catering, decoration, security, waste disposal, and business development to plan successful events confidently.
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- 1 year
- Level 5
- Number of Units14
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Event Planner Course – CPD Accredited
The Event Planner Course helps you build practical skills for one of the UK’s most active service sectors, with the UK events industry generating £61.653 billion annually. This CPD-accredited course is designed to help learners understand how successful events are planned, organised and delivered.
You will learn about event management, the role of an event planner, event classification, client handling, planning steps, invitations, marketing, catering, decoration, cleaning, waste disposal and event security. The course also covers how to develop an event planning business.
By completing this course, you can improve your planning, communication and organisational skills. It can support your career as an event planner, event assistant or coordinator, while also giving you the confidence to manage professional, private, corporate or community events.
Course Description
This Event Planner Course is designed to provide a strong understanding of event management, planning techniques, client handling and event coordination, making it an ideal course for anyone looking to start or develop a career in the events industry.
Throughout this CPD-accredited course, you will learn the key steps involved in planning successful events, from understanding different event types and working with clients to preparing invitations, creating marketing plans, arranging catering and managing event decorations. You will also explore important operational areas such as cleaning, waste disposal and event security.
In addition to essential planning skills, this course helps you understand how to develop an event planning business. By completing this course, you can improve your organisation, communication and problem-solving skills, giving you the confidence to plan private, corporate, community or professional events more effectively.
Learning Outcomes
By completing this Event Planner Course online course, you will:
- Understand the fundamentals of event management and the role of an event planner
- Identify different types of events and their planning requirements
- Learn how to communicate effectively with clients and understand their event needs
- Follow key steps to plan, organise and manage successful events
- Prepare invitations and coordinate guest-related arrangements
- Develop basic event marketing strategies to promote events effectively
- Understand catering requirements and how to arrange suitable food and beverage services
- Explore decoration ideas and venue styling for different event types
- Recognise the importance of cleaning, waste disposal and post-event management
- Understand event security, safety planning and risk management basics
- Gain knowledge of how to start and develop an event planning business
- Build confidence, organisation and communication skills for a career in event planning
Why People Love This Course?
- CPD-accredited certification to support your CV and professional development
- Study this Event Planner Course online with flexible access – learn anytime, anywhere
- Gain career-focused knowledge in event management, client handling, invitations, marketing, catering, decoration, cleaning, waste disposal and event security
- Learn how to plan and manage events professionally from start to finish
- Develop essential skills to support roles such as event planner, event assistant, event coordinator or freelance event organiser
- Build confidence in working with clients and understanding their event requirements
- Learn the basics of developing your own event planning business
- Instant digital certificate upon completion, with the option to order a hard copy
- Flexible, self-paced learning with no strict deadlines, ideal for busy learners
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Access dedicated tutor support on weekdays throughout your learning journey
- Fast assessment and instant results, helping you progress quickly
Why Study This Course?
Whether you are starting your career or looking to develop your skills in the events industry, this Event Planner Course provides the essential knowledge and essential understanding needed to plan and manage successful events.
As a comprehensive event planning course, it is designed to help you understand real event management practices, including client handling, event classification, planning steps, invitations, marketing, catering, decoration, cleaning, waste disposal and event security.
This course supports your progression into roles such as event planner, event assistant, event coordinator or freelance event organiser. It also gives you a strong foundation to start developing your own event planning business with confidence and professionalism.
Who is this Event Planner course for?
This course is ideal for individuals who want to start or progress in the events industry, particularly in roles involving event planning, coordination and client management.
It is suitable for:
- Beginners with no event planning experience
- Aspiring event planners building foundational knowledge
- Event assistants wanting to expand skills
- Coordinators improving professional event management knowledge
- Freelancers starting an event planning business
- Entrepreneurs offering event planning services professionally
- Individuals improving career prospects in events
- Anyone interested in planning successful events
Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites to enrol in this Event Planner Course. Anyone with an interest in event planning can take this course.
The Event Planner Course is fully accessible from any internet-enabled smart device, allowing you to study from the comfort of your home.
All you need is a passion for learning, basic literacy skills, and to be over the age of 16.
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the Event Planner course, you will qualify for a CPD Certificate as proof of your continued professional development and achievement. This certificate can enhance your professional profile and showcase your commitment to building relevant skills and knowledge. You can receive your digital certificate for only £10, or request a printed hard copy sent by post for just £29 or both for £39.
QLS Endorsed Certification
After successfully completing the course, learners will be able to order a QLS Endorsed Certificate as proof of their new achievement. The Level QLS Endorsed certificate can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for £119 only. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
Assessment
For assessing your learning, you have to complete an automated MCQ exam. It is required for the students to score at least 60% to pass the exam and fulfil the Quality Licence Scheme-endorsed certificate criteria. Learners can apply for the certificate after they clear the exam.
There are assignment questions provided at the end of the course. You are suggested to complete the questions to enrich your understanding of the course. You can complete this according to your preferred time. The expert tutor will provide feedback on your performance after assessing your assignment.
Job Opportunities
The Event Planner Course is an online knowledge-based training designed to provide a strong foundation in event planning, client handling, marketing, catering, decoration, security and business development. While it does not provide a professional licence, it can support entry-level and supportive roles across event agencies, venues, corporate organisations, charities, hospitality businesses and freelance event services.
- Event Planner
Plans private, corporate and community events, managing clients, schedules, suppliers, budgets and event-day coordination.
Average UK salary: £23,000–£35,000 per year - Event Assistant
Supports event planners with bookings, guest lists, supplier communication, venue preparation and smooth event delivery.
Average UK salary: £18,000–£25,000 per year - Event Coordinator
Coordinates event logistics, timelines, staff, suppliers and client requirements to ensure organised event execution.
Average UK salary: £22,000–£30,000 per year - Wedding Planner Assistant
Assists with wedding schedules, venue styling, invitations, catering arrangements and supplier coordination for couples.
Average UK salary: £18,000–£26,000 per year - Corporate Events Assistant
Supports business events, meetings, exhibitions and conferences by managing arrangements, guests and event materials.
Average UK salary: £20,000–£28,000 per year - Conference Assistant
Helps organise conferences, seminars and workshops, including registrations, speaker support, seating and attendee guidance.
Average UK salary: £19,000–£27,000 per year - Venue Coordinator
Manages venue bookings, setup requirements, client communication and on-site support during scheduled events.
Average UK salary: £21,000–£30,000 per year - Event Marketing Assistant
Supports event promotion through social media, email campaigns, audience engagement and basic marketing planning.
Average UK salary: £20,000–£29,000 per year - Catering Events Assistant
Assists with catering arrangements, menu coordination, supplier communication and food service planning for events.
Average UK salary: £18,000–£25,000 per year - Freelance Event Organiser
Provides independent event planning services for clients, including budgeting, decoration, suppliers and event coordination.
Average UK salary: £20,000–£40,000 per year
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Event Planner Course cover?
This course covers the fundamentals of event management, the role of an event planner, event classification, client handling, event planning steps, invitations, marketing, catering, decoration, cleaning, waste disposal, security and event planning business development.
Is the Event Planner Course suitable for beginners?
Yes. This course is suitable for beginners who want to learn event planning from the basics. No previous experience in event management is required to enrol.
Can I study this Event Planner Course online?
Yes. The Event Planner Course is delivered online, allowing you to study from home at your own pace using any internet-enabled smart device.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. After successful completion, learners can receive a CPD-accredited certificate, which can help demonstrate their learning and support professional development.
Does this course qualify me as a professional event planner?
This course provides knowledge-based training and does not provide a professional licence. However, it can help you build the skills and confidence needed to start or progress in event planning roles.
What jobs can this course help me work towards?
This course can support career pathways such as event planner, event assistant, event coordinator, wedding planner assistant, venue coordinator, corporate events assistant and freelance event organiser.
Who is this Event Planner Course best for?
This course is ideal for aspiring event planners, beginners, event assistants, coordinators, freelancers, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in planning private, corporate, community or professional events.
What will I learn about event clients?
You will learn how to understand client requirements, communicate professionally, identify event goals and plan events that match client expectations.
Does the course include event marketing?
Yes. The course includes event marketing, helping you understand how to promote events, attract attendees and create awareness for different types of events.
Why should I study this Event Planner Course?
Event planning requires strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills. This course helps you build a structured understanding of event management, giving you the confidence to plan successful events and explore career opportunities in the events industry.
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: Introduction to Event Management | |||
| Introduction to Event Management | 00:26:00 | ||
| Module 02: Role of an Event Planner | |||
| Role of an Event Planner | 00:33:00 | ||
| Module 03: Event Classification | |||
| Event Classification | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 04: Events and Clients | |||
| Events and Clients | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 05: Steps to Plan an Event | |||
| Steps to Plan an Event | 00:29:00 | ||
| Module 06: Invitation to the Event | |||
| Invitation to the Event | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 07: Event Marketing | |||
| Event Marketing | 00:33:00 | ||
| Module 08: Catering at Events | |||
| Catering at Events | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 09: Event Decorations | |||
| Event Decorations | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 10: Cleaning and Waste Disposal | |||
| Cleaning and Waste Disposal | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 11: Event Security | |||
| Event Security | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 12: Developing an Event Planning Business | |||
| Developing an Event Planning Business | 00:25:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Event Management at QLS Level 5 | 3 weeks, 4 days | ||
| Certification | |||
| Claim Your Certificates | 00:00:00 | ||