Free Online Course with Certificate

Event Planning

The free online event planning course will introduce you to the skills that are required to plan, organise and evaluate events by developing your knowledge and understanding.

About this free online course

This free online event planning course aims to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of the key aspects of event planning.

The training will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to plan, organise, execute, and manage successful events.

Areas covered in the free event planning course include; marketing methods and resources, and market research. The free course also covers; human resources (HR), communication, coordination, and customer service relevant to events.

With distance learning, you have the flexibility to choose your study time and location. Comprehensive support is provided by personal Tutors and Learner Support Advisors throughout your course.

Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning

6-12 weeks (5-10 hours per week)

The free online course takes 6-12 weeks to complete.

This is based on 5-10 hours of weekly study.

100% government funded

HM Government fully funds the free course.

No fee, no card details, and no trial periods.

Unfunded cost £399

Save £399 on your accredited course.

Funded places are limited so enrol now to avoid missing out.

Accredited qualification

The level 2 qualification is accredited by NCFE CACHE or TQUK and regulated by Ofqual.

Certificate included

The Level 2 certificate is a record of achievement and your reward for completing a nationally recognised qualification.

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Course content

Your free course is split into manageable units.

There are no exams. You will complete assessment questions based on the skills and knowledge you have gained from the course units below…

Planning an event

Section 1: The extent of the events industry
Section 2: The scope of the event planner role
Section 3: Planning an event
Section 4: Planning for contingencies
Section 5: The need for health, safety and security measures

Reviewing and evaluating an event

Section 1: The importance of review and evaluation
Section 2: The sources of information available for evaluating an event
Section 3: The range of tools available for event evaluation
Section 4: Planning the evaluation of an event

Marketing and market research for event planning

Section 1: Understand why market research is important
Section 2: The methods and resources available for marketing
Section 3: Planning the marketing of an event

Planning human resources for events

Section 1: Understand how an event is managed
Section 2: Understand the team which contributes to an event
Section 3: Understand the human resource requirements for an event

Communication and customer service for events

Section 1: Understand the importance of communication at events
Section 2: Understand equality and diversity in relation to events
Section 3: Understand why customer service is important at an event
Section 4: Produce guidance on expected standards of customer service for staff use