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Free Level 2 Event Planning Course in Newcastle

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start20 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Event Planning Course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll cover the core knowledge behind planning and coordinating events, from budgeting and logistics to working with suppliers and managing risk. There are no specific entry requirements, though you should have literacy and numeracy skills at a level suitable for a Level 2 programme. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can confirm the course is the right fit and plan your learning from there.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a suitable literacy and numeracy skills to a level two programme.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key stages of planning and organising an event from start to finish.
  • You'll learn how to set and manage an event budget.
  • You'll explore how to source and work with venues, suppliers, and contractors.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, safety, and risk management at events.
  • You'll learn how to promote an event and communicate with attendees.
  • You'll understand how to evaluate an event once it has taken place.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Newcastle College. Assessment is based on coursework and assignments that you complete as you progress through the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback on your work throughout the 12 weeks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College 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 events
  • Venue coordinator, managing bookings and logistics at an events venue
  • Events administrator, handling communications and paperwork for an events team
  • Hospitality assistant, supporting events in hotels or catering settings

What you could study next

After completing this Level 2 event planning qualification, you could move on to a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Event Management for a deeper study of the sector. A Level 3 qualification can open doors to supervisory and management roles in events. You might also consider a related apprenticeship, such as an Events Assistant Apprenticeship, to gain hands-on experience while you earn.

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