Certified Destination Wedding Planner

Destination weddings are a growing industry, and this course prepares you to expand into planning destination events. Destination wedding planning can include traveling to day-of events or making all arrangements remotely. Planners receive commission payments from resorts, hotels, and booked activities.

This course walks you through the steps you need to receive commissions for destination event planning. Each week you will learn what is required to structure your business to become a highly paid and successful destination wedding planner. The course is taught through recorded chapter videos, an online curriculum, assignments to help you build your destination wedding planning credentials, and a certification exam.

Upon successfully completing the final exam, you will earn the Certified Destination Wedding Planner certification through Lovegevity.

What you will learn

• Methods to navigate travel accommodations and legalities for your clients and their guests
• Understand customs and marriage laws of other countries, so your clients' marriages are legal
• Discover ways to obtain discounts and lower rates to pass along to clients
• How to set up your own travel excursions to explore and research new locations for your clients
• To establish your business to receive book commissions from resorts and hotels

How you will benefit

• Set up your business to receive book commissions from resorts and hotels
• Plan destination weddings in a variety of countries, settings, and locations from exotic beaches to European castles
• Obtain certification and training for international resorts and destination locations

1. Introduction to Destination Wedding Planning
2. Setting up your Fee Structure
3. Destination Wedding Planning Packages
4. Consultations, Bookings, and Legal Marriage Requirements
5. Contracts, Collecting Payments, Insurance, and Adding Excursions
6. Dealing With All Kinds of Clients, Getting Published, Referrals and Repeat Business
7. Time Management, Marketing, Travel & Wedding Associations
8. Credentials, Certifications, and Licensing

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course but taking Certified Wedding Planning first is recommended if new to the industry.

Veronica Foster, CMWEP

Veronica Foster is a certified master wedding and event planner who leads the Destination Wedding Planning program. Her expertise in crafting elegant and distinctive events, attention to detail, and client-centric service make her a true professional in the field. She is the CEO of the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) and has a decade of experience in sales and marketing while orchestrating corporate events for Dun & Bradstreet. Veronica's portfolio includes a wide range of successful events, and she is deeply committed to giving back to her community. As an instructor, Veronica equips her students with the skills, creativity, and industry insights needed to thrive in the specialized field of destination wedding planning.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes, the Destination Wedding Planner Certification through Lovegevity.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 9 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

If you are unable to complete the course, contact your Student Advisor to help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee will be charged. If you are funded through a third-party organization, approval may also be required.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

Am I guaranteed a job?

Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

Can I get financial assistance?

Hope Training Academy courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. To learn more about financial assistance.

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