Free Level 2 Event Planning Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, part-time during the day, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply to make sure this is the right level for you. The course takes around 6 months to complete. You'll cover the key skills behind planning and running events, from budgeting and logistics to working with suppliers and managing risk. A solid event planning qualification for anyone looking to move into the events industry.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and coordinate events from start to finish.
You'll explore budgeting and financial planning for events.
You'll understand how to work with venues, suppliers, and contractors.
You'll develop skills in risk assessment and health and safety for events.
You'll learn how to promote events and communicate with clients.
You'll practise creating event briefs, timelines, and run sheets.
How you will learn
This is a blended course. You'll study some content online in your own time and attend sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus during the day. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that reflect real event planning scenarios. Your initial assessment after application will help the centre plan your learning programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Event coordinator, supporting the planning and delivery of events
Wedding planner, organising ceremonies and receptions for clients
Conference assistant, helping to run business meetings and conferences
Venue coordinator, managing bookings and logistics at event spaces
Exhibitions assistant, supporting trade shows and public exhibitions
Fundraising events assistant, organising charity and community events
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Event Management, a natural next step that goes deeper into strategy, marketing, and managing larger events.
Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration, useful if you want to move into event management within a corporate setting.
Level 2 or 3 qualifications in Hospitality Management, which pair well with events work in hotels and venues.
