2-Day Raleigh Event Planner Certification Program

Schedule

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Raleigh Marriott City Center | Raleigh, NC

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 Raleigh Event Planner Certification

Dates: April 11-12, 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


"Working with Correlations Training helped us streamline our events and eliminated last-minute issues. Their strategic approach ensures flawless execution every time."

-Jordan M., Director of Event Operations


"Correlations knows how to make events memorable and get results. They really get what it takes to pull off experiences that people talk about."

-Samantha L., Manager of Experiential Events & Marketing


"During the Event Planner Certification, my team and I learned how to position our services, scale our business, and land retainer clients. The exercises we went through gave us a clear roadmap for retention and building our brand."

-Alex R., Founder


After successfully completing the program, you will earn your Certified Event Planner (CEP) designation. Our program is the only 4-year professional development curriculum for event planners and requires no prior experience, providing support and mentorship to help advance your career. The course is tax-deductible and covered by most companies as professional development. Additionally, the training counts toward formal education hours if you choose to pursue your CMP certification, which does require both experience and education.


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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Raleigh Marriott City Center, 500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601, United States
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