2-Day Los Angeles Event Planner Certification February 21-22, 2026

Schedule

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

The Westin Los Angeles Airport | Los Angeles, CA

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About this Event

Ever notice how the best events look effortless? Get the tips techniques and tricks the pros use to put on flawless events. You will discover the inside track and come away with the confidence you need to pull everything off like a real pro even if this is your first time planning an event.


2-Day Los Angeles Event Planner Certification

Dates: February 21-22, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

Registration Includes: Event training, workbook, an exam, certification, and event certification ID. Certifications awarded at the end of class upon successful completion.


Class is limited to 24 participants. First come, first serve basis.


YOU WILL LEARN:

  • How to determine the amount of time/budget you need to prepare for an event
  • The absolutely most important thing to do first when you're put in charge
  • The 7 essential elements of any meeting, and how to prepare for each
  • Where you should hold the event and when a hotel is a better choice
  • The basic questions every event planner must be able to answer
  • The most important consideration for setting up a registration desk
  • What type of food you should serve, how much, and when
  • Essentials to test at the hotel or meeting facility before booking
  • How top planners decide how many staff members to have on hand


COURSE PREVIEW:

  • Understanding Event Fundamentals
  • The Big Picture
  • The Event Planning Process
  • Music, Entertainment, and Speakers
  • Food, Beverages & Catering
  • Invitations & Registrations
  • Meeting Planning Process
  • Sourcing & Selection
  • Event Marketing & Sponsorships
  • On-Site Management & Post-Mortem


We offer the only 4-year professional development program for event planners, after class you can expect support and mentorship for your event planning career. This course is tax deductible and it counts as formal education hours for the CMP application.


The course is non-refundable but a course credit can be requested 3 days prior to class if you are unable to attend.


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The Westin Los Angeles Airport, 5400 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States

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