Wedding Planning Certification Topics:

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• Wedding Etiquette & Tips

• Creating a Preferred Vendors List

• What To Look For in Each Type of Wedding Professional

• Types of Venue Sites

• Effective Communication Strategies

• Email Etiquette

• Developing Business Relationships

• Building Your Career: New & Existing Planners

• Handling Your Competition

• Fitting Into Your Marketplace

• Building Your Portfolio

• Business Costs & Equipment

• Advertising Your Business

• Important Information to Include on Your Website

• Your Business Contract: Protecting Your Business While Being Fair

• Reserving Room Blocks at Hotels

• Reviewing Vendor Contracts & Proposals

• Charging For Your Services

• Organizing Services & Packages

• Initial Consultations & Meetings

• Closing The Deal

• Turning Your Clients' Vision Into Reality

• Responding to Challenging Clients

• Wedding Budget Considerations

• Wedding Invitations & RSVP's

• Assigned Seating Considerations

• Attire & Styles

• Wedding Day Itineraries

• Conducting The Wedding Rehearsal

• Ceremony Types & Considerations

• Wedding Day Coordination

• Cocktail Hour & Reception

• The Art of Tact

• Tips For Success

Design Fundamentals Certification Topics:

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• Your Clients' Vision

• Analyzing The Venue

• Consulting With The Decorator

• Linen Selection

• Tenting The Event

• Lighting The Event

• Understanding Color Palettes

• Commonly Overlooked Details

• Dessert Design Considerations

• Stationery Considerations

• Floor Plan Tools & Considerations

• Charging & Pricing For Design