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Planning certification

Hi everyone. I am a planner and have my own business. Doing well and have a fantastic mentor. I am interested in getting additional education and have heard of certain online courses/certifications. Anyone have a feeling one way or the other on the best and also those to stay away from?

The one that has been recommended and also I see mentioned in many places is the Penn Foster training.

Thanks!

Robbie

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Permalink Reply by Caren Jeanty on April 24, 2010 at 10:46am

I went to QC School of Wedding, they have a great reputation. You can also take their courses online

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Permalink Reply by Mikado Weddings on April 24, 2010 at 4:32pm

There are a lot of certification programs out there too. After much research, I joined the Association of Bridal Consultants and have been pleased with their wedding classes. Let me know if you have any questions. Good luck!

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Permalink Reply by Desert Light Weddings on April 28, 2010 at 12:36pm

Thank you both for your comments.

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Permalink Reply by Sandra Aaron on May 1, 2010 at 8:26am

I think it's best to go with the recognized association in your country. For America that would be The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC). I'm in Canada so I received my certification through the Wedding Planners Institute of Canada, which is the only wedding certification program in Canada that is sanctioned by the government here. They also certify planners all over the world. There are lots of courses and so called "certifications" out there; but unless the program is sanctioned by the government and/or the recognized governing body for your profession then it's a bit questionable. ABC is a great organization with a great international reputation.