Certification

QQI Design, Level 5, Code 5M2208

Overview

Venue, Party and Wedding Planning is a profession that is emerging and dynamic. Planners working in this field are required more and more to create that ‘Special Something’ or ‘Wow Factor’ to make an occasion memorable. The course will teach students the basic skills required to design an event within a venue whatever the occasion, including space planning, colour & material theory, decoration, styling, flower & table top arranging, presentation of ideas to clients (including computer aided design), communications & introductory graphic design skills and the ability to work within the parameters of current health & safety practices.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate (LC Established, LCVP or LCA) or equivalent

For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.

Duration

One-year full time

Work Placement/Experience

Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a relevant location. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.

Career Opportunities

Assistant Wedding Planner, Assistant Event planner, Florist, Event Designer (small events), Visual Merchandiser, Assistant Conference and Banqueting Manager, and Assistant Campaign Manager.