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Wedding Planner Certification Program
Become a Certified Wedding
Planner
The
Wedding Planning Certification Program is your first step toward the
high-paying, stimulating, and rewarding profession you’ve always wanted. By
starting your own wedding planning business, you can enjoy the freedom,
convenience, and comfort of being your own boss. Weddings are big business, and
U.S. Event Guide’s Certification Program is your chance to learn about this
lucrative field and how to begin your new career without delay. There is no
limit to how much money you can make if you have the desire and motivation to
succeed. No specific education or prior wedding experience necessary.
At
U.S. Event Guide, we follow the motto, “Knowledge breeds confidence and
confidence breeds success!” Utilizing their many years of wedding
planning experience, our instructors' step-by-step guidance will provide you
with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in this fun and invigorating
$75 billion-dollar-a-year industry.
To learn more, click
on the links below.
PROGRAM INCLUDES
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
PROGRAM BENEFITS
PROGRAM LENGTH
PROGRAM REGISTRATION & COST
FAQS
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Online
lectures and training materials
Personally assigned mentor (assistance as needed)
CWP Certificate (Certified Wedding Professional)
Optional: Should you wish to participate in real world training, you will
be
assigned to coordinate a wedding, providing you the opportunity to put your
training into practice.
In addition to your certificate, at the time of graduation you will be
presented with a Letter of Reference to present to prospective clients.
Authorization to use "U.S. Event Guide" Name and Logo in your local
advertising, Web site, business cards,
stationary, etc.
Optional: Upon completion of the program, graduates may decide to
work as
an independent consultant of U.S. Event Guide. As such, you will assist clients
who have registered for services.
How To Plan A Wedding
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How to prepare timelines for the wedding party, vendors, and wedding planner
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Checklists for the bride, groom, and wedding planner
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Preparing a sample wedding budget
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Answers to FAQs for use in consulting with vendors
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Interview questions for potential vendors
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Month of service: How to plan and charge
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Day of service preparation: rehearsal, ceremony, and reception planning
Wedding date selection
Ceremony vows
Site selection
Obtaining and working with wedding
officials
Selection of ceremony music
Obtaining the marriage license
Ceremony rehearsal
Processional and recessional
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How to plan the wedding reception
Reception site and placement
Planning process from morning to evening
Reception site and placement
Reception decorations
Coordinating with venue staff
Reception speeches
Reception activities
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How to select reputable vendors
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Tips on working with vendors
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Vendor contracts
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Ceremony rituals and readings
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Gift ideas
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Sample wedding day itinerary for wedding party, planner, and vendors
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Theme ideas
Wedding Industry and
Overview
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Wedding history and traditions
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Today's wedding
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The modern bride
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Wedding seasons
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Role of a wedding planner
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Working with a bride
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Financial traditions for the bride, groom, and family
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Duties and responsibilities of attendees
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Bride emergency kit
Starting Your own Wedding
Planning Business
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How to start a wedding planning business
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Assistance provided by wedding planners: Complete wedding planning services,
partial wedding planning services, wedding month coordination, wedding day
coordination
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How to decide on a business name
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Types of business organizations
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Planning strategies
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Types of insurance
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Budgeting ideas and methods
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Advice from wedding experts
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Wedding business regulations
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How to analyze and market your business
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Effective networking solutions
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Promoting your wedding planning business
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Developing negotiation skills
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Pricing your services
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Where to find brides
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Sample wedding planner contract
Real World Training
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How to work with your assigned bride
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Training guide
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Training materials
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Optional: Working with U.S. Event Guide
Here are a few
of the many benefits you will receive from the U.S. Event Guide's Wedding
Planner Certification Program:

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We are both a certification and
consulting company, which allows us to offer our students a well-rounded
education in both theory and practice. This is a unique opportunity that few
other certification programs can offer their students.
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Unlike graduates from other programs,
U.S. Event Guide graduates are able to inform potential bridal clients that
not only are they certified by a professional certification program/school,
they also have prior experience coordinating and consulting with multiple
brides! This will greatly enhance your credentials and allow you to charge a
higher fee for your services.
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Personally assigned mentor to assist you
throughout your training.
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The comfort of studying in your own home.
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Back-end support from our Certification
Department.
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Should you choose to withdraw from the
course, we provide the only certification program to grant a refund after a
student is given access to training materials. Other certification programs
offer a refund only to students who give notice of cancellation prior to
accessing training materials.
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Optional: Real world training with an
assigned bride. Assistance and support is available whenever you need it.
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You can stop or take a break anytime
during your training. Feel free to work at your own pace and comfort level.
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Our teaching methods are exclusively
dedicated to the wedding and event planning professions. Because our school
does not offer other career courses, we are able to target our time, effort,
and resources to provide you with the best possible learning experience in the
wedding planning industry.
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Upon successful completion of the
certification program, students will not only be certified by U.S. Event Guide
and allowed to use our logo, they will also be eligible to receive references
from our internationally recognized instructors.
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Our program features easy to follow,
step-by-step instructions. No stone is left unturned.
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U.S. Event Guide provides successful
graduates with job opportunities.
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AND MUCH MORE!!!
In determining
whether enrollment in the U.S. Event Guide Certification Program is right for
you, please review the graduation statistics below:
- 99% of all enrolled students
successfully graduate as Certified Wedding Professionals.
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95% of the students who graduate from our
program secure positions within the wedding planning field or currently work
as independent contractors for U.S. Event Guide.
Although students have
up to 5 months to complete the program, the majority of students graduate within
3. This time frame reflects part-time study, as the majority of students
have outside commitments that make full-time study difficult. PLEASE NOTE: For
students who are able to enroll full-time, it is possible to complete the
program in under 3 months. It is to each student’s advantage to create a program
timetable.
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PROGRAM
REGISTRATION & COST |
U.S. Event Guide is the only program
to offer students with a client to work with in order to gain invaluable
hands-on experience necessary
to give them a competitive edge
against their competitors.
Tuition costs
will vary according to chosen enrollment option.
E-Study:
A
comprehensive online certification program that provides students with every
tool necessary to establish a successful wedding planning business.
Tuition cost is $695.00. When paid in full, tuition cost is only $486.50 due to
30% off discount. Payment plans available as low as $57.64 per month.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Click
HERE to learn more about available payment
options.
E-Study PLUS Real World Training:
In addition to
the training offered in the E-Study program, this alternative assigns students
actual weddings for real world training experience.
Tuition cost is $1295.00. When paid in full, tuition cost is only $901.50 due to
30% off discount. Payment plans available as low as $57.80 per month.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Click
HERE to learn more about available payment
options.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED
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What geographic
regions does U.S. Event Guide service?
U.S. Event Guide services
worldwide.
Are students
outside the United States accepted into the program?
Yes. U.S. Event Guide’s certification
program is internationally recognized and is designed to provide training and
support to consultants worldwide. All training lectures are conveniently
provided online, with personalized assistance from an assigned mentor if
required. Our program is thorough, precise, and leaves no stone unturned.
Do you have
testimonials from recent graduates of U.S. Event Guide?
Yes. Please click on the link below to be
redirected to our testimonials page, which includes comments from current
students, recent graduates, and active, independent consultants.
Click here to view
the testimonials
page
How does U.S. Event Guide operate?
U.S. Event Guide charges our clients
a reasonable flat fee for the total cost of the event. Our consultants earn up
to 80% (depending on experiences) of that flat fee on all events.
For example:
If
your client sends in a check for $5,200.00 for you to plan their event, U.S.
Event Guide will pay you 80% of $5,200.00, which is $4,160.00.
Average annual earnings:
Full-time event consultants can
average between $45,000- 95,000 depending on performance, experience and market
area.
If I participate in the U.S. Event Guide
Certification Program, am I under any obligation to U.S. Event Guide?
No. You are welcome to venture on your own upon
completion of the program. However, should you decide to become an independent
contractor for U.S. Event Guide, we will provide you with access to countless
clients and ongoing support. One of the disadvantages of working with other
certification programs is the support stops along with the program. Not so at
U.S. Event Guide. We operate under the principle that if you are not successful,
neither are we. Let us handle the daily business hassles while you do what you
enjoy most...planning the wedding!
Do I have to work with a bride in order to graduate?
No. Participation in real world training is
optional.
Will I be able to take part in a program while
working full-time?
Yes. Our programs are self-paced and designed to fit
into your busy schedule. As our testimonials confirm, the majority of our
students work full-time and have no difficulties managing the workload.
Will I be considered an employee if I decide to
remain with U.S. Event Guide as a consultant after completing the certification
program?
No. All of our consultants are independent
contractors. You will be operating your own business, but will be using our
system, brides, support, and guidance in order to ensure success.
How do the brides assigned to consultants find U.S.
Event Guide?
Brides find U.S. Event Guide in one of the following
ways:
1. Referrals from sponsors
2. Free “How To Plan Your Own Wedding” workshops
3. Search engines
4. Advertisements
5. Referrals from our affiliates/members
6. Referrals from past brides
7. Bridal shows
Where are training classes offered?
Our certification training takes the form of online,
self-paced courses to be completed in the comfort of your own home. Real world
training is the only part of the program not completed online. Participation in
real world training is optional.
When do classes begin?
You may begin your online training as soon as you
have completed the enrollment process and we have received your tuition payment.
How long does it take to complete the certification
program?
Although students have up to 5 months to complete
the program, the majority of students graduate within 3. This time frame
reflects part-time study, as the majority of students have outside
commitments that make full-time study difficult. PLEASE NOTE: For students who
are able to enroll full-time, it is possible to complete the program in under 3
months. It is to each student’s advantage to create a program timetable.
What happens after I complete the enrollment process
and pay my tuition?
1. You will be assigned to a mentor, who will guide
you through every step of your training.
2. You will then receive an email with the contract
for you to complete and submit via fax in order to accept the service of your
assigned mentor.
3. Last, you will receive an email from our
Operational Director that will include the access link to our online training
site. Information on how to contact your assigned mentor will also be included
should you have any questions during the program.
Will I be required to relocate in order to assist my
real world training bride?
No.
What is the average annual earning for a wedding
planner?
Annual earnings of full-time wedding consultants
average between $45,000-$95,000, depending upon performance, experience, and
market area.

Please
complete and submit the form below. A U.S. Event Guide representative will be
assigned to assist you with any questions and/or comments you may have regarding
our certification programs. You may contact us at 1-800-658-3211 X 2 (United
States) or 1-202-449-9704 (International) Monday-Friday from 10a.m.-6p.m. EST.
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Guide serves the following areas: Africa: Algeria, Angola,Benin,
Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African
Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt,
Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea,
Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali,
Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger,
Nigeria, Réunion, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal,
Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland,
Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe. Asia:
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, British
Indian Ocean Territory, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Christmas Island, Cocos,
Cyprus, Georgia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan,
Jordan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Macau,
Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestinian
territories, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka,
Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United
Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen. Europe: Albania, Andorra,
Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France,
Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of
Man, Italy, Jersey, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican
City. North America: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas,
Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cayman
Islands, Flag of France Clipperton Island, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica,
Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Greenland, Grenada, Guadeloupe,
Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Mexico, Montserrat, Flag
of the United States Navassa Island, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua,
Panama, Puerto Rico, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint
Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saint Vincent and the
Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States,
Virgin Islands. South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile,
Colombia, Ecuador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay,
Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia,
Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands,
Micronesia, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Norfolk Island,
Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn Islands,
Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and
Futuna. Antarctica. Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Phoenix, Bay
Area, California, Inland Empire, Los Angeles, Orange County, Sacramento,
San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Southern California, Colorado,
Denver, Connecticut, Hartford, New Haven, Washington DC, Delaware,
Florida, Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Pensacola, Tampa,
Atlanta, Georgia, Savannah, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Chicago, Illinois,
Indiana, Indianapolis, Kansas, Kansas City, Kentucky, Louisiana. Boston,
New England, Worcester, Baltimore, Bethesda, Maryland, Maine, Detroit,
Grand Rapids, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, Missouri, St. Louis,
Montana, Raleigh, Manchester, Atlantic City, New Jersey, Newark, New
Mexico, Las Vegas, Nevada, Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan, New York
City, Charlotte, North Carolina, Rochester, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Ohio,
Oklahoma, Canada, Ontario, Oregon, Portland, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia,
Providence, Rhode Island, Columbia, South Carolina, Nashville,
Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Texas, Utah, Ashland, Alexandria,
Annandale, Arlington, Burke, Chantilly, Charlottesville, Falls
Church, Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Front Royal, Glen Allen, Manassas,
Midlothian, Newport News, Norfolk, Richmond, Springfield, Virginia
Beach, Woodbridge, Virginia, Vermont, Seattle, Washington, Milwaukee,
Vermont, Seattle, Washington, Milwaukee,
AND MANY MORE.....
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