You can get into this job through:
Entry requirements:
You can take qualifications in a related area that will teach you some of the skills you'll need. Courses include:
Entry requirements:
You could do an advanced apprenticeship as an events assistant.
Entry requirements:
You could start as an administrator or assistant for an events management company and work your way up, or work at a wedding venue as an in-house wedding co-ordinator.
You could get some work experience with a wedding planner, or organise events like fun days, charity balls or fashion shows for local organisations.
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You can apply directly if you've got experience and skills from organising your own wedding, or the weddings of family and friends. Experience from other jobs would also be useful, including:
You may find it useful to take a short course in wedding planning. These are offered by several private training organisations.
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Wedding planners help couples organise their wedding.
In this role you could:
Location : You could work from home or in an office.
Environment : Your working environment may be you'll travel often and emotionally demanding.