Curriculum

Wedding Planning Course Curriculum

Penn Foster’s online Wedding Planner course curriculum can help you prepare to become a certified wedding planner through lessons on wedding etiquette, negotiating with clients and vendors, and starting your own business.

ABC® Certified Wedding Planner

Career Diploma

3 months

As low as $59/mo

1-800-471-3232 (10AM - 6:30PM ET)

Wedding Planning Course Curriculum

  • 5 courses
  • 24 continuing education units (CEUs)
  • 15 exams


Estimated completion time:

  • Fast track = 3 months
  • Average time = 7 months

With Penn Foster, you can learn at whatever pace works best for you. Some learners will be more comfortable moving faster, and dedicating more time, and the fast track estimate will apply to them. The average track will apply to most learners who can dedicate a few hours per week to completing their coursework. The estimated completion times are based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from May 2021 - April 2022, excluding withdrawals.

Graduation Next Steps

When you graduate, you'll receive:

(Sent to you when all program requirements and financial obligations have been met.)

  • Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette
  • Eligibility for Certified Wedding Planner™ status and consultant-level membership with ABC®
  • A $50 voucher—use it to extend your novice membership or apply toward the cost of Certified Wedding Planner membership

Note: We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.

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