View All Classes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Schoolcraft College Personal & Professional Learning Department has partnered with Christopher & Company to offer a certificate in Event Planning. To qualify for the certificate, students must successfully complete four required courses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The courses are designed to accommodate all levels of education and experience, from entry level students to individuals in the event planning industry. Our instructors work hands-on with you throughout; sharing their knowledge, experience, and skills to help you develop event planning expertise. Many of our students have had success in the industry after earning this certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Successful completion in the 4 above-mentioned classes are required for enrollment in the Event Planning Practical Experience class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to pursue this certificate and gain specialized knowledge to elevate your career? Fill out our Declaration Form<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We also offer Event Planning classes that are NOT part of the certificate including, but not limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the\u00a0Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>, job outlook for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners is is expected to increase faster than average in 2016-2026. The site projects an employment change of 9,900 in the years 2023-2033. Median pay in 2024 is listed as $59,440 per year, $28.58 per hour. Common industries for this occupation are Office Administrative Services, Support Services, State and Local Government, Hotels, Religious Organizations, and Convention and Trade Show Organizers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n There are no prerequisites for Introduction to Event Planning and Wedding Planning: Creating the Memories of a Lifetime. It is recommended that you take Introduction to Event Planning prior to taking Special Event Design & D\u00e9cor. The prerequisites for Event Planning Practical Experience are Introduction to Event Planning, Wedding Planning: Creating the Memories of a Lifetime, and Special Event Design & D\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is recommended that students complete the classes in the following order: Introduction to Event Planning, Wedding Planning: Creating the Memories of a Lifetime, Special Event Design & D\u00e9cor, Event Planning Practical Experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Attendance in 90% of the classes and successful completion of class projects\/assignments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Many people think event planners are only needed for weddings. This is not true; there is a need for event planners in non-profits, corporations, associations and municipalities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Students will complete 6 hours in the classroom learning about etiquette, professional responsibilities and legal ramifications for event planners. The final 12 hours will be spent completing practical experience in planning and implementing an event in partnership with an offsite vendor. The instructors will provide all information regarding the practical experience on the first night of class.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Yes. Students are required to purchase books for the Wedding Planning: Creating the Memories of a Lifetime and Special Event Design & D\u00e9cor classes which are available for purchase at the Schoolcraft College Bookstore<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Students must complete all four classes to earn a certificate. The quickest the certificate could be completed is within two semesters. Students may also elect to take the class at a slower pace and complete over a longer period of time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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