Free Level 2 Event Planning Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life. The course takes around 14 weeks to complete. You'll cover the key stages of planning and running events, from budgeting and logistics to working with suppliers and managing risk. This is a free event planning course for adults aged 19 or over living in the UK.
Who this course is for
Adults over 19 years of age who live in the UK.
What you will learn
You'll identify the key stages involved in planning and delivering an event.
You'll explain how to set and manage an event budget.
You'll describe how to source and work with venues and suppliers.
You'll understand how to assess and manage risk at events.
You'll explore how to promote events and communicate with attendees.
You'll learn how to evaluate an event once it has taken place.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is by written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from your assessor. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Events assistant, supporting coordinators on conferences and live events.
Wedding planner, organising ceremonies and receptions for clients.
Corporate events coordinator, arranging meetings, launches, and away days.
Venue coordinator, managing bookings and logistics at an events venue.
Fundraising events organiser, planning charity and community events.
Exhibition assistant, helping set up and run trade shows and exhibitions.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Event Management. A natural next step if you want to move into a senior coordinator or manager role.
Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration. Useful if you work in events within a corporate setting and want broader business skills.
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Marketing. Complements event planning with skills in promotion and audience engagement.
