Perhaps the best way to know whether the Wedding Planner Course at The Institute of Weddings is right for you is to read what our students have to say, in their own words! We have literally hundreds of testimonials and Wedding Planner Course Reviews from highly satisfied students and graduates – and all original correspondence is kept on file.
“I used my wedding planner course manual quite a bit for this last wedding I consulted for. It was a life-saver… Thanks for being so patient with me, for all of your help and guidance, and for taking the time to give me advice. I truly appreciate it! I’m so glad I choose your company and this course to help start my career! I have a new bride coming over tomorrow. Things are definitely taking off : )
Terri Bernhardt
Lake Jackson, Texas
“I am very satisfied with the course and the training manual. I know that what I have learned in this course, I would not have received from the other wedding planner courses I researched. The training manual is very detailed and will be a resource I will keep for future reference in my wedding business. There were no topics which were not covered in this course. The course exceeded all of my expectations. It truly lived up to its description listed on your website. I’m looking forward to a lasting relationship with such a reputable company as The International Institute of Weddings in order to advance my Wedding Planner career.
Monica Gordon
Mitchellville, MD
“Thank you so much for getting me started with my wedding planning career! My business, Storybook Weddings, is booming! I have even had to turn away clients since I don’t like to double-book. It’s amazing how quickly words spreads. I have done very little advertising so most of the jobs come by word of mouth. That makes me pretty pleased since it means my clients are happy enough to recommend me to their friends.
I was asked a few weeks ago to be a guest speaker at a World Conference to discuss Wedding Planning. The Conference was today – (Valentine’s Day – how perfect!) and it went great! I can honestly say that the information you taught me through your course was a life-saver! While I wasn’t able to share everything with them on how to put together a wedding (it would take much more than the hour I was allotted!) I was able to touch on the highlights and give them some helpful tips. It was a great experience. Needless to say – it’s a little hectic around here! I’m thrilled about the way things have gone with my business – and am so glad I was able to apply all I’ve learned in the wedding planner certification course to help my daughter have her dream wedding as well!
Admiringly yours,
Terri Bernhardt
Lake Jackson, Texas
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I have to tell you that I am really enjoying the wedding planner course and am very pleased with the amount of information you have put into the course material. I am on my second read-through of the course lessons and manual right now. I have taken many other wedding planner courses over the years and have not felt that they gave me the necessary business aspects to start my own wedding planner business. Some of those courses were even offered by local colleges in my area. None of the other courses provided the practical or useful information for running a wedding planning business that your course has given me, or the detailed guidance on dealing with vendors, pricing, marketing, etc., even though that was supposed to be covered. I feel that with the information your course has provided, I am going to be much more successful since you cover it all, including so many ways in which to market my business. Thank you so much for such detailed and thorough information”.
Very truly yours,
Windy Gale Tyler
Lancaster, CA
“The price of this program is really good compared to other courses, and the depth of information covered in this course is also excellent. I showed the course description to a successful wedding planner I assist, and she was so surprised at how much information was covered in your course. When I took her the course training manual for her to look at after I received it in the mail, she was shocked at how well written it was, and how much it covered”.
Robyn Griffith
Dallas, Texas
“The program you offer, from my extensive research in this field, is quite unique and it is more informative and comprehensive as compared to similar courses offered at the Colleges. Thank you so much again”.
Joanne A.
Woodbridge, Ontario
“I didn’t look at any other programs before deciding on this one, but I inquired of Indiana Wesleyan University if they would give me credit for the course towards my electives. They looked at your website and said it looked better than the programs they have given credit for in the past.
I thought the price of your program was very reasonable and the program looked very thorough. I look forward to the class, it will definitely be more enjoyable than others I have taken”.
Lynette Brown
“Today I received my course materials. Needless to say I’m delighted. My research on wedding planning/consulting led me to may mentions of your name. I took my time to research which online course to take and am thankful that I did. In taking my time I thwarted signing up for another course that was more expensive and less extensive! I’m looking forward to working with you. Your reputation in the industry and your knowledge is of the highest standards — I’m honored to be training with you and to now also be a member of your institute!”
Elizabeth Marie Toupin
Member of The International Institute of Weddings
North Bay, Ontario
“I am completely satisfied with this course. I feel I have a complete understanding of the wedding planning business and have absolute faith in my abilities to become the wedding planner people dream of having. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone thinking of becoming a wedding planner. It covered everything I needed it to. If you need a letter of reference I would be more than happy to supply one”.
Lisa Carlton
Calgary, Alberta
“I am extremely satisfied with this Wedding Planner Certification course. The Professional Training Guide/ Textbook is an outstanding resource! It is truly a wealth of information. I’m sure I will continue to refer to it as time goes by. I definitely would recommend this course! There were no areas the course did not cover; I felt it was very thorough”.
Diane Trautman
Southern Maryland
“This course provided information and instruction far beyond my expectations. I learned an amazing amount throughout the process of my studies and have referred back to the study manual numerous times over the course of the last year. I feel that this course is money well spend and based on the level of instructional information provided within the materials I would recommend this wedding planner course to anyone looking to obtain certification. It left nothing out.”
Teresa Hogan
Concord, North Carolina
“I have enjoyed this course very much. I think it is valuable and I like the way the course is designed. I have been very happy with the course and certification program. I found it to be very informative and helpful. I will definitely keep the materials handy and refer back to them. I’d be willing to write a letter of reference for you to keep on file”.
Angela Mitchell
Los Angeles, CA
“Brilliant course, lots of good information and it’s well explained. I am very satisfied and would recommend this course. There were no topics it did not cover”.
Stacy Lyon
Kings Heath
Birmingham, England
“Attached is my final assignment, a Letter of Reference, and a few booth and tablescape photos from a recent show I did. Thank you so much for your tutorship and I look forward to my certificate!”
Teresa Hogan
Concord, North Carolina
“After completing the Wedding Planner Certification course through the Institute of Weddings, I have gained all the needed knowledge to not only start a wedding planning business, but to make it a huge success. I liked the fact that everything I need to know about becoming a wedding planner was fully covered in this course from start to finish. Examples that were given in the training manual and lessons really helped me get a clear picture of what scenarios I could expect. A job well done in compiling a program that I’m sure all students will understand and also enjoy. Knowing that I could always contact my instructor if I need to, gave me ease of mind that I don’t have to worry if I didn’t understand anything.
I definitely recommend this wedding planner course. It’s easy to follow and you learn a lot. There was not a thing that was not covered in this course. And I like that there is the option to further your studies if you want to through more advanced and specialized courses from The Institute of Weddings as your career and business develops. Thank you for proving me with all the knowledge I need and making studying fun. I would gladly provide you with a letter of reference for this course if requested”.
Chrissna Wessels
South Africa
“I was very pleased with all of the material that this course covered, and how thorough it was. It covered everything that I had concerns about – and even things that I did not really consider, but now realize are very important. I think that it was a very smart choice to take the wedding planner course from The Institute of Weddings instead of all the other choices I had. I give this course my recommendation. I think that it covered and explained everything that a wedding planner needs to know”.
Whitney Rhodes
“Thank you sooooo very much! You have no idea what your feedback means to me! I just got finished planning my first wedding for a client and she was sooooo happy with me that I executed her dream wedding! My confidence in this is sky high – thanks to this course! And I’m sooooo excited! Thanks again!”
Lisa Carlton
Calgary, Alberta
“A family friend who owns her own event planning company with locations in New York and Los Angeles recommended the Institute of Weddings program to me. I have always wanted to become an event planner. I heard great things about you from my family friend who is very successful in this business, so I trusted her to take this course”.
Ashley Ryerson
“I am so excited! …With your in-depth course material as a reference and your expert guidance, I am well on my way to SECURING MY FIRST CLIENT!!! I have very much enjoyed working with you and have thoroughly enjoyed your course. I am so glad I found you! ”
Melody Harris
Charlotte, NC
“I just thought I’d drop you an email and let you know that I actually had an opportunity to review the course material for another wedding planner certification course prior to enrolling in your course. The course was from the Professional Career Development Institute (PCDI), a course I originally considered before I enrolled in this one. I am SO GLAD I DID NOT REGISTER WITH THEM. It’s unbelievable. The manuals read like they are trying to teach 8 year olds how to be bridal consultants. There is a whole chapter on how to follow directions. They repeat these directions over and over again on how to study, when to study, how to set goals, etc. It’s just a bunch of stuff to fill up pages and make it look like there’s more than there is. The tests at the end of each lesson are a joke. I’m sure that unchallenging approach works for some people, but definitely not me!! Who would take certification from a program like that seriously? All I can say is that The SuperWeddings Certification course is 100% times better. The assignments were more in depth, more detailed, and gave me a better understanding of concepts rather than just making me memorize things, which anyone can do, but that doesn’t mean they’ll actually know how to do this. THIS is what is going to enable me to be a good wedding planner, have happy clients, do my job well, and therefore be successful. I am so glad I didn’t choose the other course (and spend way more money). I just wanted to tell you from someone who has actually sampled other programs, yours is FAR more professional, educational, and challenging. THANK YOU. I will put this into my more formal written recommendation for you”.
Thanks,
Ginna Harris
“I knew this course was the way to go from the very beginning, just from reading the information on the website and then reading the testimonials. Besides knowing that this was the course I wanted from the very beginning I do have a friend who is also studying wedding planning through a different course, so I do know what her course entails and the price she’s paying. I found that your course offers much more insight into the industry and provides you with every possible aspect of professionally planning a wedding and running your own business. I personally think that this course is indeed priced fairly even with the exchange rate (I am in South Africa) as with this course you are going to gain knowledge of not only to be a successful wedding planner but also to successfully run a business which is great!
Charlene
South Africa
“Thank you for your feedback on my assignments! I feel that I really learned a lot from this course and it is the best out of the three courses that I have taken. Since finishing your course I have obtained clients and lots of them. I have done five weddings since completing your course and all the clients have been very happy with my services. I credit the knowledge that I received from this course for the success of my business. It has made me look more knowledgeable and taught me so much. Thank you for your wonderful course. I will write more for you to use as a full reference letter. I will definitely keep in touch!
Regards,
Angela M. Lambert, Owner
Nokesville, Virginia
“This is the best decision I have ever made. To be quite honest, I was very skeptical about reading the home study course on my own without attending any lectures or seminars. But to my greatest surprise this course training manual is laid out so clear that I found it so motivating, and I just could not stop reading it!
I feel very confident about starting my wedding planner business now!
I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to become a professional wedding consultant. It covered EVERYTHING I needed to learn. It is a necessary course for anyone who wants to be in the wedding industry. I like the fact that you get to do the reading in your own pace.
I am really glad I did it!”
~ Lindiwe Mkhize
Westville, South Africa
“I have to tell you that I am really enjoying reading the course and am very pleased with the amount of information you have put into the course material (I am on my second read-through right now). I have taken other wedding planner classes and have not felt that they gave me the necessary business aspects to start my own wedding consulting business. I feel that with the information you have provided, I have a much better chance of being successful since you cover so many ways in which to market my new business. Thank you so much for such detailed and thorough information”.
Windy Gale Tyler
“Your program works for me! I just wanted to share some great news with you. I was able to already secure two accounts even without receiving my certificate of completion of your home study yet. This proves to me that if you work at it you can have it. I am still working on my advertising programs but networked with people that I met in the supermarket and in my daily interactions like the mall, just as the program advises. Thanks and I look forward to receiving my certification soon.”
Jorge L. Reyes
Anaheim, California
“I was extremely satisfied with this course. It was almost half the price of other ones, yet it was more detailed and informative than the higher priced ones. Every question I had going into the program was answered throughout this course. I would defiantly recommend this course to anyone. The course covered all the areas and topics I had hoped it would – and even some things I hadn’t even thought about. I enjoyed the course and was pleased at how easily it was to understand everything. It was extremely organized and will be a great tool in starting my business. I will keep it in my library to refer back to whenever needed. My instructor was also helpful and encouraging”.
Aubrie Linder
“I really learned so much from this course! The content was practical and I expect to refer to the training manual constantly during the beginning of my career. This was money well spent! I would recommend it without a doubt.
Kristen van Schalkwyk
South Africa
Attn: Linda Kevich
Letter of Recommendation
Dear Ms. Kevich,
I am extremely happy to have found your Wedding Planner course. Becoming a Wedding Planner has been a dream of mine and you helped my dream come true!
I researched many different Wedding Planner Training Programs and your program immediately caught my attention. The cost of the course was affordable and the course material was exactly what I was looking for. The information was extremely detailed and easy to follow, and with having a full time job at the time of studying, the Institute of Weddings / SuperWeddings.com program allowed me to work at my own pace.
The Institute of Weddings Course gave me the confidence to coordinate two weddings and participate in two bridal shows even before completing my assignments!
I highly recommend this course to anyone that has a dream of becoming a Wedding Planner!
Thank you for making my dream come true!”
Sincerely,
Shannon Spickard
“I was looking for a college or company who provided wedding planner courses in South Africa and luckily found yours on the Internet at the top of Google. Your information on your site inspired me. And after looking over the course content, I could really see that the programme would give me the information I need to be a great wedding planner and having my own successful business”.
Chrissna Wessels
South Africa
“This program was by far the least expensive of the ones I looked at, yet it is also the most detailed of all the programs. I like that you get an actual training manual to keep for reference. Some of the other programs just have you download the material from their website onto your computer. Another program I looked at was almost $1000.00 and they cram everything into a three day seminar which just doesn’t seem realistic to me. I also like the support that this program gives, so even though you are doing it at home there is always someone to help you.”
Sara S.
South Fulton, NY
“I am so very happy that I passed the course! It was a wonderful course with so much helpful information. I keep the training book on my desk with my other reference books and still refer to it from time to time. Again, thank you for all your assistance”.
Michelle R Barber
Midland, MI
“A friend of mine (my business partner) researched a few wedding planner courses. But I didn’t feel the need to research any other programs once I read information on Super Weddings about The International Institute of Weddings course. The thoroughness of the course immediately drew my attention. Initially, my friend and I did not intend on enrolling in a course, but the more we gathered for meetings, the more we figured out we DEFINITELY needed help. The items listed indicating what the SuperWeddings / Institute of Weddings course covered had EVERYTHING that we needed information on. On top of that, it was $200-$600 less than the other courses my friend had researched. But as I mentioned, I personally did not feel the need to research other programs”.
Courtney C.
Van Nuys, CA
“I finished session 1 and I am ready for my first assignment! I cannot believe how informative this course has been so far. I am thrilled. I never fully understood the specifics going into setting up a wedding planning business, or for successful marketing, but now I have so much to work with, and I definitely will be referring back to my training manuals all the time. I feel more enlightened and better able to start. I actually feel like I have a leg to stand on! I’ve already started scoping out the local market and making plans for how I will arrange my office/consulting area! Please send me the first assignment as I cannot wait to see what it is and move forward with it!! THANK YOU”.
Ginna H. Crawford
“I was very satisfied with the quality of this course. It provided me with the necessary information I need in order to run my business successfully, and went beyond my expectations. I would definitely recommend this course. I know how difficult it was for me to make a decision about which wedding planner course to take. But after extensive research, and at the end of completion of this course, I know without a doubt that I made the right decision. The course covered everything necessary to be successful as a wedding planner!!! I thought the course was great. I have helped organize weddings in the past but after taking this course I feel more confident about my future goals. You can absolutely use my feedback in the future in the form of a testimonial”.
Nabiha Rattansi
Markham, Ontario, Canada
“After reading Session I in the training guide and gaining so much information from Session I, I now have a better understanding of Wedding Consulting. The information is soooo helpful and also interesting. It really does give you step by step lessons on how to conduct business in this field and I can’t wait to begin Session II. Thank you”.
Shelly Smith
Raleigh, North Carolina
“I totally recommend this course to any person interested in being a Wedding Planner. I have searched for so many months to find a course in Australia but only to find Event Management courses and it required 2-3 years to complete. As a mother of a 9 month old, I was so ecstatic when I found the Wedding Planner course through SuperWeddings / International Institute of Weddings. It is extremely in depth and extremely affordable. I could study at my own pace without leaving my home. Our instructor is on hand to help out where need be and her feedback from the assignments is really encouraging. I’m now looking forward to my new career for myself and my family. Thanks Super Weddings & Institute of Weddings!”
Marj Bourbon
Melbourne, Australia
“I just want to add that it truly has been a ‘rare and unique opportunity to have trained under the personal direction of a recognized wedding industry expert such as Linda Kevich. This experience has done wonders for my wedding career and really broadened my expertise. I’ve been involved in the wedding industry for a while now, so I read everything and anything I come across pertaining to weddings, and I had seen Ms kevich mentioned as a wedding expert in many articles in newspapers and magazines, as well as online. That really shows the stature she has as a wedding expert, I and I feel really privileged to have learned directly from her. So when I found out about your program, I immediately recognized its credibility and value. I probably shouldn’t say this, but I am amazed that you don’t charge a much higher price for this course and the mentorship you offer to students. I know people would absolutely would pay more for this particular program. I’ve personally taken other courses that don’t hold a candle to this course, and they cost much more. Now that I’ve finished this course, I can tell you, you’re under priced!! I actually knew this even before I registered”.
Tatianna Morrrison-Miller
Philadephia, PA
“I am highly pleased with the knowledge I gained from this program. I am very thankful that I made the right decision on which certification program to choose as I feel that this course is definitely unmatched in its detail and overall coverage of the subject. I have attached a letter of recommendation.”
With sincere thanks,
Rachel Avila
San Francisco, Califorinia
“I have received my training materials today, and will begin my studies right away. I thumbed through the materials, and WOW! Impressive! I am so thrilled to begin! I look forward to getting started”.
Anna Burke
Somersworth, NH
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I am very satisfied with the material that was present in the course; it was very helpful. I would recommend this course without hesitation. In the last 5 and a half months I have opened my business, found a location, put up my website, and done 4 major weddings. It has been an absolute pleasure working with you, and I thank you for the referrals from your office”.
Deborah Johnson
Los Angeles, California
“I very much enjoyed this course, it was very in depth. I would very definitely recommend this course. In fact, I already have recommended it! There was nothing this course didn’t answer for me, it covered everything as far as I can see”.
Vicky Hain
“I am 23 years old, born in Israel but living in Spain since many years ago. I have received the course material beginning of this week and I must say I have started reading it immediately and just couldn’t stop! 🙂 So far it is exactly how I wanted it to be and I am sure I will be satisfied until the end. Thank you for this opportunity and for wanting to assist me with any question I might have”.
Keren Tetrov
Malaga, Spain
(See below for additional comments from this student)
“I finally finished the assignment for session II. I must say I really enjoyed doing it and did not find it difficult at all. I wanted to thank you very much for all your help with all the questions I had and for always having time to answer them even though I know you are extremely busy! I really enjoyed working with you, and really hope to meet you in person one day!!! Once again, thank you so much for everything, and I look forward to receive my certification. I (think) and hope I did well. I will be waiting for the evaluation. Feel free to use my feedback for your website. My best regards to you!!”
Keren Tetrov
Malaga, Spain
“Thank you so much for all the comments you provided on my course work!! Really means a lot to me! I enjoyed the course very much, I found it very interesting and it covered everything. It was so easy to read and covered everything I need to know in order to become a professional wedding planner. Thank you for all your help during these months concerning my assignments. I will keep in touch, and update you on how my business is progressing. Thanks again for everything!! And can’t wait to receive my certificate!”
Keren Tetrov
Spain
“I obtained a lot of knowledge from this course and am so grateful that Linda had all my questions answered every time I needed advice or assistance. I am now done with my second assignment and hope to receive my diploma so that I can say that I am a professional wedding consultant who is certified by the International Institute of Weddings!! I definitely recommend this assignment to anyone who dreams of becoming a professional wedding consultant. There was nothing left out, it covered absolutely everything and even much more than I expected!!! I enjoyed everything about the course. It covered everything in detail and really helped me understand how to start my own business as a wedding consultant. I loved the fact that I could study on my own pace and that I had all the help I needed from Linda whenever I had questions concerning the course. The course was easy to read, and most important – interesting and fun! Once I started reading it I just couldn’t stop. It covered absolutely everything and I am so glad I made the choice of taking this course and become a professional wedding consultant like I always dreamed!
Keren Tetrov
Malaga, Spain
“I thought I would share that things are going splendidly with building my business. I have acquired another account and am so excited. I look forward to hearing back from you soon with more feedback. ”
Jorge Reyes
Simple Elegance Wedding Coordination
& Social Event Services
Anaheim California
“In the short 2 months that I have officially been in business, I’ve done two weddings, and booked several more. It’s been a little overwhelming at times, but I know I am in the most wonderful business in the world. It’s a perfect fit for me and I can see Storybook Weddings becoming a huge success. Thank you, Linda, for making my dreams come true, so that I in turn can make the dreams of my brides come true for them”.
Terri Bernhardt
Lake Jackson, Texas
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“The business editor of the newspaper called me yesterday after he read my press release! So, I must of done something right! (I followed the method and guidance provided in this course , it works!). They will be sending the photographer and we are hoping for a Sunday feature, right before the Bridal Expo. Also, wanted to tell you that I was chosen to be a “Showcase business” for the Expo!! This means extra free advertising, and more exposure on the TV and radio! Reason being, that [Edited: Student followed a detailed suggestion made in this course which led to this result]. Thank you for the feedback on Session 1, look forward to total completion so I can frame that certification! Have a great day!”
Becky Bobier
South Sioux City, NE
“I’m currently working with a bride, whose wedding is May 12th. I gave her one of my business cards in February, she hired me 2 weeks later. I am going to redesign my contract to resemble the one from the training manual…
While looking for ideas for the bride, I found the same joy as planning my wedding!
Linda, I received a call on Wednesday (another word of mouth referral) from a bride who wants to hire me for June 15, 2002. I truly believe I have found my niche”.
Latricia W
Detroit, Michigan
“This was a fantastic course! The knowledge gained by taking this course is truly priceless. It is a great value and a perfect launching pad for sending my business off into the future. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a professional wedding planner!”
Suzanne Wolverton
Professional Wedding Consultants
Frisco, TX
“I cannot tell you how impressed I am with your course material, it definitely is worth every penny. Your manual really goes into areas where others don’t – such as pricing, levels of service etc. I has taken me 10 years to figure it out, there does seem to be a big secret around alot of these areas. I definitely have gotten some great ideas for my new brochure, advertising plan and what my next step will be in specialization in the field of wedding planning. . Anyway… I am ready for the assignment for session I. I am sooooo jazzzzzzzzed!
It seems when the student is ready, the teacher really does appear, I feel your course is taking me to my next level. I am sooooo excited. You might be interested to know that I have owned my own business as a wedding consultant for 10 years. I have taken courses from ABC, Weddings Beautiful, and June Wedding, and while I have respect for the people behind those courses, their courses pale in comparison to yours. I have learned more through your program in a couple of months than I did through those 3 courses combined, plus 10 years of hands-on experience. You over deliver on the value, and under charge on the price, that is for certain. Linda, thank you so much for developing this course and writing your training manual, you bring so much of your wonderful marketing background to the table and of course all of your experiences make for all of the realistic advice”.
Dolores Enos
Larkspur, California
“I have to say that this course is even better than I expected, much more useful and informative than I could’ve imagined. It has mentioned things that I need to do or think about before and during the set up process of my business. Thank you again”.
Rachel Gates
Clare, Australia
“… I am now getting inquiries and following up with consultations! I booked my first Wedding for July 2002. I’ve done 2 bridal shows and I am booked for 2 more in March. I really enjoy doing the shows and interacting with the brides. I see great things happening in the very near future! …Thank you for taking the time to see how I was doing and I will look forward to following up with you soon”.
Desiree Pequin
Surrey, British Columbia
“I am ready for the second assignment in the Wedding Consulting and Coordination home study course. This has been a great study guide and start-up tool for my new business! I have completed all the documentation and filings for my new business. This is so exciting! I already have three prospective clients wanting to use my services! WOW! Thanks for all your encouraging words”.
Suzanne Wolverton
Frisco, Texas
“I am truly excited about Storybook Weddings – it is a dream come true for me! Thanks again for everything, Linda. You and your course have been an answer to prayers – and my life is so much happier and more fulfilling with my new career!! Much love, Terri”
Terri Bernhardt
Lake Jackson, Texas
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“…I just want to say that I have read through 25 or so of the pages in the training materials. I come from three years of designing, developing, and delivering training and am very impressed with how thorough the materials are. This guide is extremely well-designed. I can’t wait to finish up the guide. I look forward to emailing and chatting with you soon. Thank you!”.
Vivian V.
Newport Coast, CA
“I have read the first session of my training manual and am ready to work on my assignment. I’m really enjoying this as it is very informative, well written and right to the point! It makes me want to go out and start drumming up client’s! I have to say, this course is very sound in its business principals. I really didn’t know what to expect for the money, but am very pleased with what I have read and learned so far. My husband has his own transportation business and had to develop a business plan, concept, advertising budget, and so on… This course touched on everything his accountant stressed to us before we started his business. I am looking forward to completing this course and building my business over the next year or so to where I can retire from the medical field. I am looking forward to the next part of my studies”.
Sincerely yours,
Paula Hayden
Penrose, NC
“I am very satisfied with the course. It was a great help. The confidence in my ability to start up my business has grown immensely through doing this course. I know I could not have started this business without it. I now have a clear idea on how to get started, and trouble shoot if the need arises. I would recommend this course to anyone who wanted to start in this business”.
Kimberly Wiens
Chilliwack, BC
“In deciding to go with this course, the price was a big influence, as others were so expensive — but when I looked at the amount of information covered, I knew that this course was the one for me. I don’t think that there is a single subject not mentioned in this course. I know I have made the right choice”.
Gemma
United Kingdom
“It has been a pleasure reading the course materials and getting excited about starting a new business in weddings and events. I would definitely recommend this course to others who might be interested in entering the wedding consulting profession, or even existing wedding consultants who would like more detailed information on the planning process. I was pleased with the ease of understanding the course materials offered and the detailed information that was supplied in both sessions. It was quite a value compared to other courses I researched. I feel the materials have helped to walk me through the processes of planning weddings and helped me to see the things that I will need to look out for. I am already working with 1 client and have 2 potentials on the way. The step by step approach listed in these materials has helped me to create a checklist of things to follow so I won’t miss a beat. Again, it has been a pleasure taking this course and I’m ready to start putting all that info to good use! Please feel free to use my comments [as a testimonial]”.
Bridget Gould
Houston, TX
“Hi Ms. Kevich, First let me tell you thanks for the advice. Especially the thought about [proprietary information; edited]. That’s great. I’ll be grateful if you used some of my pictures on your site. After all, free press is great. The bridal show went quite well and I’ve attached a picture from it for you to see. I actually went with the colours fuchsia and orange to stand out and it really worked. I’ve also attached a picture of a wedding I did two weeks ago. I look forward to receiving my certificate. Please let me know when you’re doing classes on theme weddings!”
Nikki Hilaire
Marabella, Trinidad. W.I.
“…Also, I did some research on wedding planners in Toronto (where I live) and a number of them were associated with SuperWeddings™ and The International Institute of Weddings. Many of them had the SuperWeddings™ name on their website, which furthered my decision to take the course through you. When I realized that I wanted to pursue wedding planning professionally, I began my research on the Internet looking for a legitimate course to take. I’m a busy person and I was looking for something that I could do at home, on my own time. I came across a few, but after comparing, chose this one.
The price of this program played a small factor…but it definitely was not the deciding factor. I looked carefully at the depth of the information that was covered as well as the topics. This course covered a number of topics that the other programs did not. And also, when I requested information from the other programs, I felt like they were harassing me and pushing me to take their course. I liked how The International Institute of Weddings /SuperWeddings respected my space and gave me only what I requested”.
Nabiha Rassini
Markham (Toronto), Ontario
“I am so happy and extremely excited to be receiving my certification! Thank you so much for all of your support throughout my studies. Thank you for also letting me know that just because I have completed the program you will still be available to answer any questions I may have along the road. Thanks again”.
Shannon Spickard
Pittsburgh, PA
“I’m busy working on a wedding for this Saturday – it’s still lots of fun and so exciting. This has turned out to be a dream job – – – and I thank you so much for all y’all have done for me!! Thanks again”.
Terri Bernhard
Lake Jackson, Texas
” I have been completely satisfied with this course. I was surprised at the depth of the content and at how quickly my questions were answered and my work assessed. I learned much more about the wedding industry than I expected to, and know that the material in this course will help in my business success. I would certainly recommend this course. I cannot think of any topics that were not covered. I enjoyed it thoroughly. It was comfortable reading and everything was explained in great detail. You certainly may use my feedback on your website”.
Stacey Allen
Henderson, NV 89052
“Thank you for your great service. I really appreciate how promptly you have replied to any of my questions or concerns, and the time you have taken with your responses. Thank you so much for your encouragement. I hope I can make my clients see just how thorough and personal my training has been”.
Misti Rasure
Tyler, Texas
” I’ve now booked four weddings! since completing the course a few short months ago. I’m looking to hire decorating staff and am in the process of updating my website. I will let you know when pictures are posted! Thanks a bunch! ”
Carob Bartholomew
“I’m so thrilled to see my results. Thank you so much for the assistance extended to me. I was able to grasp lots of things which I was not aware of about the wedding industry through the program. I will keep in touch with you regarding my career as I would be very happy to obtain your guidance throughout. Once again thank you so much for the great support you have extended to me and I wish you all the very best!”
Lathika W.
Sri Lanka
“Over the period since I received the training manual I have spent many hours studying the first section. I have already learned so much that I did not know and have found the training manual to be a very valuable tool. I am so happy that I decided to do this particular course, as it is so incredibly detailed.”
Rachael Judd
Canada
“Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for your response and advice! WOW, how helpful!! I have printed it off and am going to sit and take it all in. Your hints and tips are fantastic. I’m know you helped already ten fold with your kind comments and boosted my confidence also. The radio station actually contacted me after finding my website and just had a chat and then from there they asked me to appear&ldots;yikes!! This is something I would never normally do! I just thought this was a fantastic opportunity and a huge learning experience for me and has huge advantages for me. Thanks once again for all your help and I will of course mention Superweddings.com and the International Institute of Weddings in my radio spot!”
Very kind regards and warm wishes,
Claire Streeton
United Kingdom
“I just wanted to thank you so much for all your insight. They weren’t kidding when they said it would be a comprehensive course; I really didn’t think that would extend to your feedback too! I’m looking forward to your comments on my Session 2 assignment!
Genevieve Villaruel
“Thank you Linda. It has been extremely valuable completing your course. Not only does it add credibility to my business, but it has really pushed me to do all the hard work of research and establishing my business for success”.
Connie Chryssan
Roselands, NSW
Sydney , AUSTRALIA
“A bridal consultant from Phoenix, AZ recommended your program to me about 6 – 8 months ago. I did do a lot of research before choosing this course, however, I don’t remember the other names. Price played a huge factor, however, having Stephanie (the bridal consultant who recommended your program) to help with the recommendation and her personal feedback about this course as compared to other courses that she had taken, really convinced me that this would be the best program for me”.
Sunny Cobb
“The course has been wonderful, I have learned a lot. Thank you so much for all the support you have given me, and the ongoing support you are still offering. I will be more that glad to keep you posted on my wedding business. Once again thank you so much for all your help and enthusiasm”.
Alejandra Gross
Quito – Ecuador
South America
“I am highly pleased with the knowledge I gained from this program. I am very thankful that I made the right decision on which certification program to choose as I feel that this course is definitely unmatched in its detail and overall coverage of the subject. I attached a letter of recommendation. I also feel that by having ‘”Trained and Certified by the International Institute of Weddings” in my promotional items will greatly help my credibility and will build my reputation as a serious professional in the industry”.
With sincere thanks,
Rachel Avila
San Francisco, California
“I was in the market for a good quality training program for a certificate in wedding consulting… I was reading some online suggestions from different men and women who have received their training from you, and it was HIGHLY recommended. So I checked it out and found that your program was EXACTLY what I was looking for. I looked at other programs, but chose this one because I was impressed by the depth of information covered, the price, and the reputation of the SuperWeddings site. I liked the fact that I’d be able to write you personally and get a response if I have questions or need help- rather than winging it on my own!”
Amanda Hauser
“I have to say a big THANK YOU for helping me through this course and guiding me to becoming what I believe will be a great wedding consultant. I would like to thank you personally for your kindness and friendship through these past months when I was doing my Wedding Planner Certification Course. Your staff at The International Institute of Weddings and SuperWeddings.com was a very big help to me as well and guided me through this course, and for that I am very grateful. The SuperWeddings Certification / IIW course has provided me with the resources and knowledge required to succeed as an independent wedding planner. I am sure that in no time at all I will develop my own natural flow that was demonstrated in this Course. Most other wedding certification courses do not offer the ongoing guidance and support that SuperWeddings/ Institute of Weddings offers – it is quite a unique program that allows you to get started in this industry with a full network of resources.
For anyone that is looking for a truly professional course in wedding consulting, SuperWeddings/ Institute of Weddings would definitely be the one. Linda you are a truly unique lady and I am glad that we have crossed paths through your website. I shall keep you informed at what I am up to with my business and will hope to continue the friendship in which we have. God Bless.”
Martina Athitakis
Sydney, Australia
“I am so glad I got this opportunity. This course was not only exciting and informative but it was practical. It actually guided me every step of the way in setting up my business. The concepts and ideas are applicable to all settings, including mine in the Caribbean. The text was so easy to understand and filled with great examples by Ms. Kevich herself that even my mom, who’s a dietician, kept picking it up and reading it as a if it were a novel. This was definitely what I needed to prepare me and assist me launch my career. I can now say with confidence and pride that I am a Certified Wedding Planner with the International Institute of Weddings in association with SuperWeddings.com.”
Nikki Hilaire
Marabella, Trinidad. W.I.
“A friend of mine has recently been certified through another program. After watching her disappointing experience with the other program, and discussing it with her, I felt I needed a program with more depth. So I went searching on the internet and found your website and have been very impressed. I’ve learned much more from you, at half the cost. She took a look at my training materials and was stunned by the difference. She will be enrolling in your course in the near future”.
Mindy Tooley
This student in Turkey is not even half way through the course and is already booking clients using the course as her guide.
“I had a couple of meetings with potential clients and I’m about to sign a contract for a big wedding in Antalya! On Thursday there’s another serious meeting for a wedding with 250-300 guests expected :)) Have a great week Linda and thanks a lot! I could never have done this without you and The International Institute of Weddings”.
Janset A.
Izmir, Turkey
“While doing a search on the internet for a wedding planner certification program, I came across the International Institute of Weddings link. When I read about the classes offered and the details they provided, I knew it was the right class for me. I compared this program to 8 other programs. I picked this one because this course offered so much more useful information than the others, but yet it didn’t cost as much as the other programs”.
Tiffany Smith
“I was impressed at the extensive coverage this course offers. I had done a lot of prep work on my own before I signed on for the course work, assuming it would be more of a logistical step to get certified. I was on the right track, but this course made me complete some of the important tasks I was intending to skip over. It really is there to ensure you are prepared for the wedding coordinating business and almost ensures your success upon completion. It is very thorough and more intensive than I ever expected”.
Jennifer Dunwell Orton
Roseville, MN
“The wedding this weekend was quite the experience! I did not meet the bride until about a month ago; therefore, I only had to help with last minute details. Boy was I glad I had read the first section of this course! I was able to truly exercise the problem solving section. My main job was the reception, so I did not attend the actual ceremony. I arrived at the reception site at 3:00 p.m. to make sure the cakes were delivered and the caterer arrived on time, etc. At 6:30 I realized the band had not arrived. The caterer and I decided it would be best if I called the band (I had not helped with this part of the planning). The band leader answered the phone and told me that he would not be there until 9:00 p.m. (The mother of the bride had told me to expect them at 9:00 a.m. !!!!) After explaining the situation to him, he quickly made his way to the reception hall. The ice sculpture arrived at 6:45 p.m. … BROKEN. The shrimp table was bare, so I called my husband to bring in back up crystal containers from my collection…no one knew the difference. The next bump… the bride and groom did not arrive at the reception until 9:15 p.m….the photographer informed me, while we were waiting, that his time was up at 9:30p.m. I had exactly 15 minutes to get the bride and groom to cut their cakes, make a toast and have their first dance in order to have pictures to mark the occasion. I DID IT!!!!
Everyone was soooo impressed, they wanted my card (the photographer, the limo driver, the videographer, as well as a couple of the bridesmaids who will be getting married within the next year). All in all, I’d say it was a success! Many guests were surprised at how much pressure I had taken off of the mother of the bride. Thanks for all of your help – your material has been a tremendous help! Thanks again!”.
Pam Pickett.
West Monroe, LA
“Thank you so much for reviewing my assignment for Session I. Since the moment I got this course, I felt motivated, but I have to confess that after reading all your comments I felt even more motivated !!!! Your feedback is great!!!! Thanks so much!!! ”
Vivianne V.
Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I am extremely satisfied with the course and I would like to add that although it is geared specifically for wedding consultation, it has helped greatly in our overall business endeavor. Your course gently guided me through the process of a business plan, marketing research and business projection, not to mention budgeting and the proper method of preparing a press release – which, by the way, was published in our local newspaper! My daughters and I have successfully started our new business wedding florist shop and wedding consulting service, and we are grateful that I was taking your course during this time, because it was so relevant to what we were doing, and gave us much needed guidance. I have appreciated the personalized contact and the encouragement that has always been available.
There were no areas or topics which I had hoped the course would cover which it did not. None at all, in fact, the course was even much more than I had expected.
I would certainly recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a wedding consultant – but only if they would be doing business in another area – your course is so informative, I’m afraid that anyone you train would be too much competition if they were going to be operating in our immediate area!!”
Kay “Casey” Malo
Puget Sound, Washington
“Thank you, for this fantastic learning opportunity and such a great training manual. Linda, since November I have coordinated four weddings, directed two, and been in 3 bridal shows, which has proved to be a fantastic idea, because I have March and April already booked. Thank you!”.
Kimberly Long
Servicing Northeastern North Carolina
and Southeastern Virginia.
“I just recently ordered and received your wedding planner certification course. So far, I haven’t been able to put it down. Thank you for the great resources that you have offered!”
Stephanie S.
Sandy, OR
“I just received an inquiry from a potential client and was so excited! My business is not booming yet, but it has come along a lot quicker than I would’ve ever imagined. Just thought you may be pleased to know that you have helped someone feel a sense of accomplishment! Thanks!”
Carla Monroe
Athens, TN
“Hi Linda, Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and feedback for my final assignment. I was thrilled at your comments and feel that they gave me a real confidence boost. Again my sincere thanks, you are an inspiration to me.
I was so happy to hear that I can still turn to you when I have problems or questions even now that I’ve finished the course. This makes me feel very secure to know that I am not going to be doing this alone and that I have someone dependable to rely on for good advice. The service you offer your students is second to none. I can only imagine what treatment your clients are used to!!
Once again I thank you for giving me the confidence to achieve my goals, and the knowledge and education to get me there. I will most definitely keep in touch!! I am forwarding a letter of reference for you to keep on file. Please feel free to use it for whatever you need in the hope that others will recognize the need to take part in your excellent training course”.
Alera-Rae Kingham,
Cairns , Queensland, Australia
“Thank you for the response and comments to my first assignment. It was obvious that you really took the time to review my work and also the time to give very helpful suggestions. I am planning a wedding for September 28th and it has been very exciting to utilize the information I have learned from this course!”
Catherine Summers
Tucson, AZ
“I was very satisfied with the course! The course goes into explicit detail to give you a very good idea of what is required to be a successful consultant, yet still remains clear and easy to understand. Further, this course delves into the business requirements and really prepares you for establishing and entering a business, which I found other courses severely lacked. I also appreciate the availability of continued support from the instructor, answering any questions and giving helpful feedback during the course. Beyond that, I can still have help after my business and career are underway. It is definitely nice to know that a personal interest is being taken in you and you are not just a “sale”. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who would like to become a wedding planner. I would especially recommend this course if someone needs help understanding the business aspect of starting this career, since other courses don’t seem to provide this type of information. However, they would need the understanding of weddings and what a consultant’s role is, and this course provides that information in great detail as well. They can’t go wrong with taking this course. There were no topics which were not covered in this course. I was very pleased”.
Andrea Kinkade
Clay, New York
“Thank you so much for your personal touch and attention. I believe that this course has provided me with the know-how to get this business going and I can’t wait! Thank you again and all the best”.
Yvonne Jordaan
The Pas, Manitoba
Canada
“I’m so excited about completing this course. It’s been so much fun learning more about a business that I’ve always loved. Upon completion, I feel like I can be a success in the wedding industry and I’m excited about showing this area that there is someone in town who is capable of taking the stress out of wedding planning. This course has made me feel competent and confident. I’m ready to dive deeper into pursuing my goals of being a Wedding Planner. Thank you for all the kind words of encouragement you have given me. And I appreciate the level of personal attention I received from you through this home study. That means a lot to me. I appreciate the time you have committed to me and my new profession. I will keep you posted on what is happening in my new business.”
Carla Monroe
Athens, TN
“Thank you so much for your time and attention to my assignment; your comments and suggestions were greatly appreciated and taken to heart. I am really looking forward to “coming out” as a certified wedding planner. I must say that I am impressed at the level of commitment you have shown to me and my progress. I thank you for all your comments and suggestions. My best regards to you and I thank you again for all your support.”
Jan Pfuetzner
Kelowna, B.C., Canada
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“Before I enrolled in this program, I compared your course to another course. The depth of your program is what really attracted me at first. It seemed like you really wanted the student to feel he/she was getting all the knowledge about consulting/coordinating that he/she could. Then the price was definitely the deciding factor, I couldn’t sign up quick enough. Your program is the answer to my dreams. Thank you for your program”
Kim Brannon
“This course has been a great experience, both personally and professionally. I have benefited through gaining knowledge and a “much” better understanding of who and what a wedding planner/ consultant/coordinator should be. Thank you for the opportunity. I will forward a letter of reference. Have a beautiful day”.
Karen Shores
Sumter, S.C.
“Thank you so much for writing to me. I appreciate that you are very busy, so I do not expect replies to every email. I was thrilled, however, to hear from you. I do feel very passionate about the wedding industry, and you have given me, and many others, the opportunity to make a career from that passion. I hope I can do myself and you proud. I am thoroughly enjoying the course. I finally feel that this is real now – my future is unfolding before me and I am so looking forward to it. Thank you again for taking the time to write to me.”
Nicola Hanson
Lilydale, Victoria
Australia
“Linda, thank you so much for your follow up email. I am glad that you take such an interest in students even after they have completed the program..”
Stephanie F.
Designer Weddings
Phoenix, Arizona
“I am very satisfied with the course; it has left no stone unturned and I am glad that I invested in it. I would most definitely recommend it. There were no topics which I had hoped would be covered that were not. I invested in this course after reviewing the curriculum listed on the internet; it showed all of the topics you were going to be touching on. The course is extremely informative and I will be reviewing the manual over and over until everything is well retained.”
Desiree Sargeant
Oughterson, St. Philip, Barbados, West Indies
“I have learned a lot from the course and felt it was extremely relevant. It was simple to understand, yet dealt with all aspects of setting up a wedding consultancy business. Any questions not answered by the course could be addressed to my tutor who was very helpful and informative. I feel it has put me in good stead to start up my own business and has given me a head start above others who might not have done the course.
“I found the course very helpful and it gave me an idea of where and how to start in what, potentially, is a maze of questions. I would recommend it without a doubt. I felt everything I needed to know was covered”.
Tanya Swales
Bracknell, Berkshire
Reading, United Kingdom
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I feel that this course has definitely helped me in understanding things that I did not fully understand about wedding co-coordinating as a business. It definitely added to the knowledge I already had in wedding industry. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who is interested in becoming a professional wedding co-coordinator. In fact, when I get a little bigger in my business, I am going to get my assistants to each take the course so they also have a proper understanding the industry. This course was very enlightening”.
Tammy Sabean
Windsor, Nova Scotia
Canada
“…Let me just say thank, thank, thank you for your time, honesty, and words of wisdom. You have done a great job as my instructor. I hope that one day I will be able to meet you in person”.
Vilma King
Toronto, Ontario
“… I did a wedding last night and implemented a lot of things I got from taking the course. IT WAS ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! It came off so smoothly – not 1 problem, period! The family was elated, the bride and groom were amazed at the environment I had created, the vendors were the best of the best, it was timed JUST PERFECTLY and I’m rather proud this morning. (smile) And grateful that this one is over! Thanks again for the referral. I’ll let you all know if she books and I’m able to create a wonderful wedding for her, hopefully.”
Deborah Johnson
Los Angeles, California
“…It’s the new year and I have six weddings booked this year so far. I am also preparing to participate in two bridal shows. Thank you Linda for your continued support; even though we have never met I feel like I have known you forever”.
Kimberly Long
Moyock, North Carolina
“Everything is going great. My new business has had a couple small jobs, and our portfolio is starting to look like something!! I’m so appreciative to everyone at the International Institute of Weddings!”
Wendy Z
Irvine, CA
“I’m writing to give you an update on how things are going… Business is starting to pick up and I love it! I am currently assisting 3 brides and hope to secure another one soon. This is just how I imagined it, I’m really enjoying the wedding industry. On another note, I recently talked with a lady who is very interested in studying your course. She seemed really pleased with the high recommendation that I gave your course and was eager to enroll in the program. Thank you for all your help and guidance.”
Melody Harris
Charlotte, NC
“Thank you so much for your prompt and informative response. I am very much looking forward to beginning this new journey. The program you offer, from my extensive research in this field, is quite unique and it is more informative and comprehensive as compared to similar courses offered at the Colleges. Thank you so much again”.
Joanne A.
Woodbridge, Ontario
“Thank you so much for all your help. You have been absolutely wonderful. It is rare to find such quality customer service as I’ve received from you!”
Sharon Moore
Chesapeake, VA
“I did extensive research online and compared wedding planner courses available. Upon review of several courses, I chose by quality and content of your program. I compared quality, content, and extent of interaction between mentor and student, as well as hands on experience in assignments. None of the others even compared to what your program offered. I feel this course is very well organized and detailed in information. I am truly impressed by the course and what it has to offer each student. Thank you for your time, patience, and for your ongoing dedication and devotion to teaching and sharing to others the world of wedding planning. Thank you again”.
Maria Coelho
“I have lots of interest from prospective clients and am now launching a competition in the major local Paper. This has been received very well indeed. I have also had interest from a local venue that currently has a licence for civil weddings but no coordinator. I am looking forward to achieving my certification with IIW/SuperWeddings.com and my membership with the International Institute of Weddings as soon as possible, to put some more weight behind my credentials.
Georgina Willis
United Kingdom
“I was searching for event management courses available in Australia that would give me the necessary skills to work as a wedding planner. I was beginning to get very disheartened, because all courses required up to three years full time study, which I could neither afford the time or money to commit to, and I really did not want to wait so long to get started in the industry. When looking up “wedding planner courses Australia” in the search engine, a link led me to a testimonial from a lady in Queensland who had taken the SuperWeddings (Institute of Weddings) Distance Education Program. This then linked me to the SuperWeddings homepage and I knew I had found the perfect study program for me.
Of course for me the first thing that captured my attention to the SuperWeddings / IIW Program was the fact that you catered for overseas students and your reputation on the international scene was excellent. I was also very impressed with your very competitive course fee. Your website is very detailed, outlining the course details and other information, and the testimonials and letters of reference were very helpful in making my decision. You come across as a professional, honest and sincere organization. The level of support you provide to your students was also critical to my decision. I have not been disappointed”.
Nicola Hansen
Sydney, Australia
“I am truly satisfied with the information I have gained from this course. Although I’ve been a professional wedding planner for years and I am experienced in this field, through this course I have learned many aspects of the business I did not know. I find Ms. Kevich to be informative and delightful. I haven’t had to connect with her much, but whatever I have needed, she has answered. I feel that if a seasoned wedding planner as myself has benefited this greatly, then inexperienced wedding planners who are just beginning, would benefit enormously from this course and The International Institute of Weddings. Please keep up the good work”.
Toye Berger
Fort Wayne, IN.
“I am so excited to be working with you. Your credentials are impressive. I want to thank you for sharing your knowledge through the course training materials. I have found it to be an easy-read, very professional, clear and concise, and enthusiastic. Very motivating! I feel more encouraged than ever that this is the right line of work for me. All of the concepts you teach make such good sense to me. I’m thinking that if I am connecting so well with your training materials, maybe I really do have a chance of being successful! I have eagerly “consumed” the first session and think I am ready for my first assignment. Thank you again!”
Kathy M.
Waller, TX
“I have been very pleased with the depth of information this course has provided. It has given me the knowledge that I feel will help me stand out from my competitors. The assignments were essential in this learning process and have really helped put together my processes for my business. Without the assignments I would not have actively retained the information in the course. The money spent on this course was well worth it!!”
Connie Karagounis
Sydney, NSW, Australia
“I am very satisfied with the information gained in this course. It covered everything that I need to know to make my business a success. I was already doing weddings prior to taking this course, so I was really happy to see that there was still a lot the course was able to teach me. In the course I learned about things that I had never before done or encountered yet, so fortunately I now know to do many things that have made my business better, and my work easier. I definitely recommend this course. There were no areas it did not cover. In addition to being a wedding planner, I have another job. Plus I am caring for an aging parent and also doing weddings, so I never seemed to have more than a few hours at a time to work on my training. Thank you for allowing me all the time that I needed. Feel free to use me as a reference”.
Sandi Adcock
Crowell, Texas
“I feel like this course was much better than I could have expected from any other wedding planner course. It covered every aspect of the wedding consultation industry and I now feel confident in starting my own business as a wedding planner. I’d definitely recommend this program. I enjoyed this course and the way it was presented. It was thorough and well written, easy to follow and understand. The assignments were very helpful in laying the foundation for my business and the exams were a way to measure my actual knowledge that I had retained from the course and assignments. I am very satisfied with this course”.
Jessica Simmons
“I got my package less than one week ago and am done with section one and am ready for my test. I am very pleased with my purchase. This course is very informative and complete. It has answered all of my questions so far. Thank you for this!”
Tahnee H.
Barbados
“When I saw the course topics and the price I really liked what your program had to offer, and to get the help I need by an instructor, I was sold. I feel that your company is really trying to help individuals to enrich their careers, not just to get you through the course and onto the next person. I was really impressed with the fact that you do have a payment plan, though I personally did not take advantage of this. But its just one more thing that shows that you are genuinely interested in being of help, rather than just making all the profit possible, which is more the feeling I got from other programs”.
Melissa Creed
Creed Events
“I really appreciate all of your guidance and support as I completed this course. You are by far the best! Thank you again!”
Alicia M. Marquis
Port Deposit, MD
“Thank you for your feedback. It is very appreciated and encouraging! I registered for the course on the 12 month installment plan, but I was so excited once I started the program and wanted to take advantage of finishing at a quicker pace, I was able to upgrade my installment agreement. I am now on the 8 month installment plan!
One of the most rewarding parts of this training is that I am in the midst of planning a wedding and the course is proving very useful and mind-opening into the process of coordinating and navigating all that is and can be involved.
Thank you for such a wonderful and helpful course! I look forward to each unit and the homework. Thanks again.”
Candida Whyte
“This assignment was truly a positive challenge as it helped me create the building blocks of what my business will become. It forced me to take the ideas in my brain and make it into a clear plan to follow. THANK YOU, and all the best”.
Rachel Avila
San Francisco, California
“I received my certificate and I’m having it framed! Thank you so much for your help and guidance! My company is really gaining momentum! Now the fun will really begin. I’ll update you on my progress!
Annette Mahonee Kinkade
Nova Scotia, Canada
“Session I has been VERY informative and the information – which I have started to put in to practice – is greatly appreciated. With this new found information I know that, once used properly, will increase my clientele”.
Desiree Sargeant
Well House Bay, St Philip,
Barbados, West Indies
“I have completed Session I of the Wedding Planner course training manual. After reading the material contained in the first session, I have to say that I had no idea how much was involved in being a wedding planner. My husband has owned and operated his own business for a number of years now, with me operating in the background maintaining the office, and I thought I knew a lot about business. I have been interested in becoming a wedding consultant for a few years, so I was quite thrilled to see this course offered at a reasonable price. I’m looking forward to my first assignment. Thanks!”
Cheryl H.
“I would like to take this time to thank The International Institute of Weddings and Super Weddings for the valuable information I have learned in this course and will use in the day to day life of my new business. I found you to be open, honest and forthright with information and instruction as to what was expected. Although I have been in customer service, sales, and management in my employment career, and have planned many family weddings and events, SuperWeddings/ IIW gave me much more to think about that I may have otherwise learned about the hard way over time. I thank you for the time and effort put forth.”
Toye L. Berger
Fort Wayne, IN
“Before purchasing this program, I looked at the one by [name deleted by editor], and some others that I can’t remember the name of right off hand. The price of your program was really good compared to other training programs. Also, the depth of information covered is excellent. I gave the information about this course to an established wedding consultant who I assist, and she was so surprised at how much information was covered in your program. When I took her the binder to look at after I received it, she was shocked at how well written it was, and how much it covered”.
Robyn Griffith
Dallas, Texas
“I have completed my second reading of Section 1 of the Wedding Planner Course material and have taken many notes. I congratulate you on a very comprehensive guide to this very exciting industry. I feel with this as my “bible” I will be ready to face the challenge of not only becoming a wedding planner, but of setting up a home-based small business. I feel confident that with the knowledge you have given me I will be a success. A degree of that will depend on me, but I am highly motivated. So I now feel ready to start on my first assignment. I will be eagerly awaiting its arrival! Thank you.”
Nicola Hansen
Sydney, Australia
“I have learned a great deal of valuable information from this course. It covered such a wide variety of information. I think most people get excited about going into business doing the thing they love; but often they don’t consider the “business” side of it, because that is not the fun part of it. However, it is necessary to know and consider these other factors to be successful in your business.
I have already recommended this course to an acquaintance, and I will recommend it to others in the future. There are other courses available at a much higher cost, but I cannot imagine what they would teach that this course did not to justify the cost difference! At this time I do not know what else you could have possibly covered”.
Cathy Summers
Tucson, AZ 85752
“I was searching online for Wedding Planner Certification programs and saw several distance education programs. After coming across The Institute of Weddings/ SuperWeddings.com and reading through the extensive information provided about the course, along with the affordability of the course, it was an easy choice. I was impressed with the competitive price. Other programs ranged from $600 – over $1000… money which I simply did not have. I was actually hesitant at first with taking the IIW/SuperWeddings program because I thought “it’s too good to be true”! But I’m sincerely happy with my decision. The course training material I received speaks for itself. Thank you”.
Rachel Avila
San Fransciso, CA
“I chose this program for my wedding planner training first of all because I was impressed with the amount of information your site offered. It was detailed and helped to ensure that your course would discuss all the parts of the industry I wanted to know more about. The content list seemed extremely thorough and well developed. The price was definitely a factor considering most of the other courses were well over $800 and they didn’t seem near as thorough. I read the comments from other students which inspired me. I was also interested in being associated with a group that might help to make referrals in the future. After receiving the materials and looking them over, I know I made the correct choice”.
Bridget G.
Houston, Texas
“Many of the wedding planners in my area are not certified. Not only that, many of the wedding planners in my area do not follow the correct, formal processes as taught in this course. They do not use a professionally learned process as the one I’m learning through the IIW/ SuperWeddings Certification Course. This course alone has taught me how to be one of the best wedding consultants in my area. Using the knowledge that I have acquired from this course will definitely set me apart from other competitors in my area.”
Shelly Smith
Raleigh, North Carolina
“I feel I have gained a lot of comprehensive knowledge in the wedding planner industry through this course. This course provided me with the motivation to get my business started. It covered all the basic necessities and more. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a wedding planner. It was very easy to comprehend and the instructors provided great opinions and were willing to help in any way that they can. The course was well written and put together, it covered everything you needed to know from start to finish in a well thought out manner”.
Desiree Pequin
Surrey, British Columbia
“I want to thank The Institute of Weddings for helping me get my wedding planner business started. This course has definitely prepared me in all aspects for the launch of my new business. It covered everything. I am very pleased with the knowledge I have gained from this course and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to get started in this field. Thank you again!”
Casey J. Rhodes
Gibson City, Illinois
“I found this course to be of great benefit to my new business and myself. It has covered everything that a wedding planner should need in regards to operating a successful business. This course has provided me with all the information that I would have hoped for to becoming a competent and knowledgeable wedding planner. It has provided me with the resources and knowledge required to succeed as an independent wedding planner.
From learning the proper wedding industry terms to learning how to handle wedding day mishaps, the course has it all. The pace and order of the materials and topics are well thought-out, and the assignments allow you to apply your newly learned knowledge and skills immediately. The training materials provided gave me enough guidance to be able to go out on my own and start my new business. I am sure that in no time at all I will develop my own natural flow that was demonstrated in this Institute of Weddings /Superweddings Course.
The IIW SuperWeddings course also contains unique ideas on marketing and wedding planning assistance to brides in my area. These are the key factors, which will allow me to excel in this industry as an independent wedding consultant. Most other wedding certification courses do not offer the ongoing guidance and support that The International Institute of Weddingsoffers – it is quite a unique program that allows you to get started in this industry with a full network of resources!
You treated me with really great customer service and you always returned all my e-mails;. Above all, you had my complete confidence throughout the course knowing that you were only an email away should I need your assistance.
I have to say a big THANK YOU for helping me through this course and guiding me to becoming what I believe will be a great wedding planner.
I know that The Institute of Weddings have other courses available which I would love to look into in the near future.
I would be more than happy for you to include my feedback in the form of a testimonial on your web site.”
Martina Athitakis
Sydney, Australia
“I was very satisfied with the contents of this course, I feel that all areas were well written and easy for me to follow and I feel confident that I know enough to start my own business. Thank you!
I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a professional wedding planner. I looked all over for a program of this type and this was the best one I found – and at the cheapest price. Also it had enough content to make me confident that I can become a successful wedding planner. Just wanted to say thanks again and I hope to keep in touch in the future.”
Angie Nickoli
Vernon, BC
“I am very satisfied with the course. It has left no stone unturned and I am glad that I invested in it. I would most definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a professional wedding planner. There were no topics which were not covered. The course is extremely informative and I will be reviewing the manual over and over until everything is well retained.”
Desiree Sargeant
Oughterson, St. Philip, Barbados, West Indies
“I researched a total of 3 wedding planner courses before making my decision to take this one. The depth of course information and price were the biggest deciding factors. I also loved the basic design of the SuperWeddings.com website which I know is published by The International Institute of Weddings, and the multitude of information contained therein”.
Samantha M.L.
“Thank you for your kindness, and for offering a great course. I am excited and anticipate a great time with my new career. I am currently working on cruise ships, but when I get the chance I shall be sending you a wonderful testimonial portraying my happiness with the course. I feel like I’m ready for this fantastic challenge that lays ahead for me”.
Nadine Lomness
Calgary, Alberta
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I was a wedding planner before I enrolled in The International Institute of Weddings course. However, the course has helped me so much with my business and I have done so many changes as a result of having it, I am always reading it and looking for new ideas. I can’t thank you enough. This has been an incredible boost to my business”.
Desiree Sargeant
Barbados, West Indies
“Thank you, so very much for your time and patience in allowing me to complete my studies. You have been so genuinely kind, and easy to work with. Awesome customer service.
If you recall, I mentioned to you last year (when you graded my first assignment) how much my income goal for this year was. Well, I am proud to say that I have surpassed that goal and I still have two weddings left to do this year! It has truly been an awesome year for me, and I thank you and your staff…
When I discovered Superweddings.com I was surfing the net for new decorating ideas for weddings. I came upon your website and became interested in finding out more about being a certified wedding planner. When I discovered your website for The International Institute of Weddings, I was even more impressed. Your course has been a funnel of information, it is easy to read and understand, the training material is well indexed for quick referencing; a logical approach to the running a business.
I had looked into many other programs but they were more expensive and much less impressive. More importantly, there was no on-line support or mentor to assist me with the rough areas. I have taken a long time to complete this course, not because of lack of interest, but because I have been applying everything I have learned in this course along the way which has kept me very, very busy.
When I first started this program I treated it like any other college course — I read the entire manual first, then started answering the questions. Session I was very detailed. I had already been working as a consultant, but for someone who is just starting out, the first session has so much information there that it is really more like two sessions in one.
I have a few associates who assist me on site and they have shown some interest In learning more about being a wedding planner. I have suggested that they take this program.
In my opinion, every aspect of starting a business in wedding coordination was covered in the manual and if someone thinks that it is lacking anything, then maybe they did not read the manual.
Please feel free to use me as a reference for students who would like purchase this course.”
Kimberly S. Long
Servicing Northeastern North Carolina
and Southeastern Virginia.
“Since I last corresponded with you, I had enough clients to quit my job and do wedding coordinating on a full-time basis. I’ve opened my office and taken in several clients. Its all because of your terrific course! Now I’m ready to complete my certification!”
Deborah Johnson
Los Angeles, CA
“This is a great course & very helpful. Would I recommend it? Absolutely! There are so FEW programs out there that offer this kind of specific information about the wedding planning business [Editors note: This student has previously taken courses offered through other organizations & is therefore very familiar with the content of other programs]. This course described what a person needs to know about day-to-day operations in order to be successful. The course was very complete with information on how to actually plan events, as well as the business aspects. Anything that I needed further clarification on, all I had to do was ask, and the question was answered in great detail”.
Stephanie Flinn
Phoenix, AZ
“In taking this course I would have to say that my satisfaction level is extremely high. I came across your website in search for a school that would give me the necessary training to open up my own Wedding Planner business. I am very confident that The International Institute of Weddings has educated me with the knowledge that I will need to be most successful in my business venture. I would most definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in entering the field of wedding consulting. The course was very informative and yet easy to follow. The assignments are designed to not only check your understanding and readiness of the material, but also to serve as a foundation for you to build your business upon. There were no topics that were left uncovered; All the information that I will need has been covered in this course. Lastly, I just want to emphasize how much more confident I am in succeeding as a wedding consultant. Before taking this course with The Institute of Weddings, opening my own consulting business was just a dream. Now, with the in-depth knowledge that I have gained, this dream is not just going to come true, but I am confident that it is going to be extremely successful. I learned simple aspects that I would not have known to consider on my own; as well as the much more complex aspects. By all means, please feel free to use my comments as a testimonial on your web site. I want others to know how great and well informed this course is. I’m proud to be associated with such an outstanding company”.
Vilma King
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“This course met and exceeded my expectations. The course taught me thoroughly in all areas which I had believed would be a necessity to become a professional wedding planner. It also educated me in many areas of the profession, that I had not yet considered. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is interested in becoming a professional wedding planner. In fact, I would recommend as well that they not even entertain becoming a professional wedding planner until they have taken this specific course.
There are no topics or areas which I had hoped the course would cover, which it did not. In fact, as I stated previously there were many topics and areas covered by the course which I did not expect.
I want to thank-you for this course. It has been educational, highly informative and motivational. It has given me the information and training I so desired to feel like a professional wedding planner. I feel confident and secure having gained the knowledge this course provided me.”
Karen Shores
Sumter, S.C.
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“This first assignment was fantastic! It really forces you to take the steps needed to prepare yourself appropriately to start the business. Thanks so much.”
Melissa Z.
Irvine, CA
“The ink isn’t even dry on my certificate but I just had to write and tell you my breakthrough! I made it into an upcoming bridal show. The show it is being sponsored by a local newspaper and they are providing a supplementary for the show. In speaking with the sales rep at the news paper I mentioned I was certified and I asked if they would consider allowing me to write the wedding consulting editorial in the supplementary…they agreed! I cannot tell you how thrilled I am and I really wanted to thank you and your training program because I would never had attempted this had I not been certified. Do you have any suggestions for me…do’s and don’ts….? I will forward you the column when it is published………!”
Jan P.
Kelowna, B.C.
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I have enjoyed the personal feedback received from my first assignment, this was a very influential part in my decision when choosing this course, most vocational courses are accompanied with a simple tick answer sheet; this is ok if you want to quickly progress through the course but not actually learn anything, but I needed to gain a deeper understanding of the wedding industry and I feel that I have accomplished this, through the course and the feedback.
The level of information in the course especially the advertising and marketing aspect is brilliant, its full of useful ideas. The business advice for start ups is very good, it was refreshing to see a course that wanted to help you get your business off the ground besides being a good wedding planner. The information on writing a press release was really useful, I have attempted this before but now feel more confident, just by knowing the correct layout.
The amount of information available when starting a new business is very overwhelming in the UK, it is sometimes hard to know where to start, the course helped to put things in the priority order, I even have a well developed marketing plan to see me through the next six months.
I definitely recommend this course to anyone in the UK, or anywhere else”.
Lisa Burton
United Kingdom
“… Lastly, I want to thank you for your help. I was in such a mess because I didn’t know how to handle this situation. I was really worried to pieces! So finally, upon deciding that I couldn’t just leave it as it was, I emailed you for “HELP!!!” And you did. I am so appreciative to you for your guidance. I was more at ease just as soon as I read your response. Everything you said made sense to me, but I just couldn’t figure it out on my own. I am glad to be associated with you and SuperWeddings.com. You not only gave me the tools to learn about being a wedding consultant, but you also care enough about your students to help them out of tough predicaments, even when they are no longer your students any more. Thanks again”.
Name withheld in the interest of privacy
Original letter on file
“I am about two thirds of the way through the first session in the course, and I am completely engrossed! I am finding it all very interesting and I am getting very excited to begin this business venture. Again, thank you for this opportunity, I am thrilled!”
Amanda Hauser
“Very satisfied. I enjoyed reading the literature and completing the assignments. I would most definitely recommend the course, in fact I have already recommended it to my sister. All topics have been covered. I think the course is very good, especially as it has been a long distance learning course, I think it really has worked well. I have been impressed with the lengthy feedback that you gave back to me regarding my assignments”.
Nisha Ladak
London, England
UNITED KINGDOM
“I just wanted to thank you so much for everything. I received my certificate two weeks ago, but I’ve been so busy with my first wedding, and working on getting a position full time at the Venue that I haven’t had time to email you earlier. The wedding is coming along nicely, and I am going to be meeting with the other venue that I may be working at tonight. I’m excited that I’ll be gaining experience, building relationships with vendors, and getting customer referrals all at the same time. Linda, I saw that you sent me an e-mail, but I accidently erased it. I didn’t know if you were giving me some more advice in it, but if you were, I would love to hear it. Thanks again for everything, and don’t worry, I won’t be a stranger. :-)”
Shalonda Carter
Chaise Cherished Weddings
“It was so nice to hear from you. I consistently get calls from prospective consultants inquiring about the course, and am happy to recommend it to them. I just produced my 2nd wedding expo. The first in August went really well; the one I just held last weekend was incredible, though. I had 40 different vendors including some very large chains, an hour-long fashion show, large give-aways like a trip to Jamaica, and nearly 500 people in attendance. My vendors were all very happy, really lavished praise about the organization and professionalism of the show, and I believe, will easily sign up for next year!
My business has really picked up this January. Just within the last week, I have picked up several clients. After being in business for 2 years now, I am starting to get referrals from some very good sources…like well known department stores, local well established caterers and bakers, several venues and other wedding businesses. I credit a lot of my budding success to the business principles I learned through the course. Thanks again for checking in with me. It means a lot to me to know that you continue with client service even after 2 years. You provide amazing customer service and support”.
Misti Rasure
Tyler, Texas
“I received your evaluation of my first session. I was better than pleased. Thank you, for all of your kind and supportive words. I am sure you are so swamped with new students coming into this business that it is truly not funny. Since I reviewed my first session, I have participated in two bridal shows, WHICH WERE FANTASTIC!!!!
I have been so busy with directing, consulting and decorating I can hardly see straight. I now have three people who assist me when I have weddings over 200 guests – which every one I have had this year has been!
This weekend I do not have any weddings, no appointments set. It my birthday but all I want to do is finish my session II, if that is all right with you and I will forward it on Sunday. Thank you!”
Kimberly S.Long
Moyock, North Carolina
“Before registering, I had contact with another of your students who couldn’t have made your course sound any better if she tried! Then, when I made inquiries, your company answered my emails so fast, it told me everything I needed to know – and your program appears to cover just about every topic I could ever dream of relating to weddings! I found another wedding planner training program about 10 months ago with [name deleted by editor] – it took them 3 weeks to answer my original email of very basic questions. Not impressive when I am so far away.
I am looking forward to completing the course. I have finished reading session I, and am going to read it again. In fact, I will probably re-read the training manual 100’s of times – It is so packed with valuable insights that I get more out of it with each re-read!”
Karen P.
Australia
“I am very satisfied with regards to the course and the training manual. I know that what I have learned in this course, I would not have received from the other courses I researched. The manual is very detailed and will be a resource I will keep for future use. I will definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a professional wedding consultant. In fact, we have made it a requirement for all business partners of A FIRST CLASS AFFAIR, LLC.
There were no topics which were not covered in this course. The course exceeded all of my expectations. It truly lived up to its’ description listed on your web sites. The course has really broadened my knowledge of my job as a wedding planner. I am looking forward to receiving my certification and being able to list my credentials on my business cards.
Please include anything I have said in the form of a testimonial. I look forward to sharing more success stories with you in the future. I will be more than willing to provide you with a letter of reference to keep on file. I’m looking forward to a lasting relationship with such a reputable company as The International Institute of Weddings/SuperWeddings.com, in order to advance my career as a Wedding Planner.
Thank you for all of your assistance and I look forward to continuing my business relationship with The International Institute of Weddings/SuperWeddings.com. Thank you, again.”
Monica Gordon
MITCHELLVILLE, MD
“Words alone can not express my gratitude to you. I am very thankful to be certified through this wedding planning course. May the good Lord reward you. I will definitely keep in touch with you from time to time, my intention is actually to one day travel to meet with you in person. Just recently I organized a marriage re-dedication and blessing for 9 couples in my church, including myself and my husband. I will forward some of the photographs once they are available. Thanks once again and God bless!
Dr Liya Nawa Mutale
Kabulonga, Lusaka,
Zambia
“I was pleasantly surprised when I started to read the material after receiving it. I couldn’t believe the detail and information that went into this particular course. Being a stay at home mother of two, not only is it costly to find childcare in order to take a local course, it is not my preference to leave my children in a daycare or with a babysitter, so this course allowed me to have the best of both worlds. I could take a course and be at home with my kids at the same time. This was a great option for me. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and I am anxious to use the skills and tools that I have learned in this course”.
Shari B.
Vancouver, BC
“I am finished reading Session 1 and found a great deal of just wonderful promotional ideas. Thank you for your help – I can’t wait to get my assignment.”
Allyson K
Coeur D’Alene, Idaho
“I am ready to take my first test. Hopefully I will pass! I have my first wedding!!! I am really excited and this wedding will be for April . I have another one in August and another possible the first of September. Any advice would be appreciated, as always! ”
Kris D.
Toledo, Ohio
“I want to thank you for the time out of your busy schedule to reply to my questions. This really said a lot to me about this course, this company, and you as a director – about the integrity of the company and your dedication to the success of you students. You have put my concerns at ease and as a result I feel more confident about my decision in this matter. I want to thank you for your time and attention; it is a testament to your dedication to the success of your students/wedding planner and I will be proud to be one of them”.
Keri Russell
“I have been very satisfied with this course. It is very thorough, covering all aspects of starting your business, and how to operate it once you have it established. You can tell that the information has been learned from experience. I would absolutely, without a moments hesitation, recommend this course to anyone interested in a career as a wedding planner. I can’t think of anything that you’ve missed in the course content. I would consider it a wonderful compliment and honor if you use my comments on as a testimonial”.
Breanne Perkins
Hurdland, MO
“I loved this course. It really helped me prepare for my future as a wedding planner. I already have recommended the program to someone. I learned so much from this course. What makes it great is that it not only teaches you about wedding consulting but it also opens up doors to recognizing marketing strategies. The reason I found this to be so valuable is that it is helping me weed out vendors who will not contribute to my success.”
Laura Boothby
“I have been very satisfied with the course. The material is very applicable, easy to read, and clearly presented. I was concerned that the course would not include information about the business aspect and was pleased with the content. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a wedding consultant, in fact, once I received the course material, I recommended to my business partner that she also take the course, which she is doing. The course covered all of the information necessary to start the business which is what I was looking for. I found the course to be excellent and the assignments to be very applicable and useful. I would be more than happy to recommend your program to anyone interested in starting their own wedding consulting business. I cannot imagine trying to do it without this very valuable information.”
Jessica Vaneck
Toronto, Ontario
“I feel the level of information in the study binder has been invaluable in planning my business. I have always received a prompt response from Linda when I had a question or when I sent in my assignment. I am very satisfied with the course. I think the areas and topics that were covered have been thorough and in depth. I have been extremely pleased”.
Karyn Baganll
Burlington Ontario
“A friend of mine has recently been certified through another program. After watching her go through their program, and discussing it with her, I felt I needed a program with more depth than what she received. So I went searching on the internet and found your website and was very impressed. I compared this program to others as well but chose this one because of the depth of the information and the price for all the information given”
Mindy T.
“I just wanted to let you know that I received my certificate yesterday. I am very pleased to be able to add it to my portfolio, I really feel like a wedding planner now. I would be interested in studying some other courses with you, if you have anymore available. Thank you again for all your help.
I thought I would let you know that I am working hard at launching my business, along with my mother. It’s amazing how many people I have talked to are very interested in my card, and I possibly have a few weddings to start working on very soon!”
Desiree Pequin
Surrey, BC
” I just wanted to let you know that yesterday I received my training material!!! I began reading it and did an overview, and I’m very excited about it! It seems to be GREAT material and so complete! Thank so much!!!”
Vivianne Valenzuela
Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“Thank you for your help. I’m sure that you have other students who you are working with, and present students that you are also helping, and I know that my questions are loaded and are not just answered in one sentence. So I appreciate the time you have committed to me. And I have even spoken of the personal attention that you have given me to the people who have contacted me to ask me about your program…. Your going “the extra mile” has not gone unnoticed, and I wanted you to know that I appreciate it, and all you have done for me”.
Carla Monroe
Athens TN
“I have purchased your wedding planner training program and enjoy it very much. I haven’t been able to put it down actually. Great information! …Thank you so much for the opportunity to learn from these great materials. It is very informative! I have finished Session 1 and I was instructed to contact you to receive my assignment. I’m very excited and can’t wait to complete this assignment so I can move on to Session 2! This is so much fun! Thank you!”
Angela S.
Aurora, IL
“I am extremely satisfied with the level of detail and expertise this course offers. I searched many course offerings before making a decision to enroll with The International Institute of Wedding /SuperWeddings, and have not seen any others like it. This course envelops every aspect of starting and opening your business (which I was able to do before I even finished the course)! I would Absolutely recommend this course! It was very detailed. It is wonderful to be able to work at my own pace, since I already work full-time and have also taken college courses at the same time. Thank you very much for offering such a wonderful course!”.
Melissa Martin
Philadelphia, PA
“All of my experience so far has been as a wedding coordinator/consultant in a large church. My goal is to begin a business of my own as a wedding consultant, however I did not wish to start that until I completed this course. I have learned so much through this course and am very eager to begin putting in to practice all that I have learned. I feel much more prepared to pursue my goal of starting my own business as a professional wedding consultant. I feel that you have provided me with many tools and great resources for being successful. I would most definitely recommend this course to others. As I am just beginning my business, I am not sure how much help I could be, however, anyone may contact me by mail at:
Amy Francis
Seguin, Texas
“I have been thoroughly enjoying the course and have read through section 1 twice so far. I have already been busy putting into action much of the guidance and advice you give in the course for starting my business. I am ready for the first assignment. Thank you”.
Melissa M.
Upper Darby, PA
” I have learned so much from Session I and I am anxious and excited to move on to Session II. The course, thus far, has been a wealth of valuable information, I look forward to completing it soon! Have a beautiful day!”
Karen Shores
Sumter, South Carolina
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I chose your program because I liked the detail of the course content reflected on your site. This is just the type of information that I have been seeking all these years. I compared this to some of the others, and I chose this one because of the level of detail, the home study factor and the price. Thank you very much for your prompt response. I finally feel that I am going to obtain the training I have been seeking all these years. I have been feeling my way in the dark, and although I have coordinated some weddings, always felt that I was missing something. Thank goodness I found you!”
A. Marie Blackburn
“Before starting the The International Institute of Weddings training Program I did a great deal of comparison shopping. I also checked out four other programs. Your price was competitive in comparison to the above. Some were outrageously priced. Your course seemed more in-depth and some of the others required membership along with the courses. Not saying that is a bad thing, but I am not sure I am ready to join an organization until I feel more comfortable with what I know and am able to accomplish. Since first finding out about your program only 3 -4 weeks ago, I have certainly learned things I didn’t know from your course and am certainly glad I decided to take it. I also referred someone else inquiring about becoming a wedding coordinator. Thank You”.
Kathy Walkup
Joplin, Missouri
“I chose this program because it was business oriented – not a “what to do if it rains” program. Every other program seemed shallow and fluffy. Having just completed the first assignment, I must admit that I found it more challenging than expected for a home study course. However, I do understand why each question is asked and can see that you are helping students prepare to set up a well-run small business. I am quite impressed with this course of study”.
Mark
Golden, Colorado
“I am a former secondary teacher… After reading the first Session, I am pleased with the information it contains. I am aware of what a good deal I have gotten through The International Institute of Weddings because I did a lot of research before I ordered your course. And, after completing Session One, I already understand that it’s worth every penny! I appreciate the personalized service I have received thus far… I have just completed studying Session I of the course and am excited about continuing… Thank you for all your help.”
Misti Rasure
Tyler, Texas
“I was searching the web to look for different resources for my cake decorating business and found your website at the top of the results for my Google search on wedding cakes. When I visited SuperWeddings.com, I came across information about the wedding planner course. After reading the information about the course, and visiting the International Institute of Weddings site, I decided that this program would compliment my cake decorating business. I didn’t even consider looking at other courses. This one impressed me with the information provided and the assistance of an instructor who has great credentials. The coursework seemed to cover every aspect and made the program very attractive to me!”
Karen Sue Miller
“…I would also like to say that I find this course to be a wonderful teaching source, and I have learned so much from it already. The wording is easy to understand and cancels any doubts that a person may have that they cannot complete any portion. I used to be intimidated by certain subjects and this has broken it down into manageable pieces that make me further believe that I can do/conquer anything. I have started a lot of the approaches suggested within the course with this reassurance. Thank you again, I look forward to my first assignment and to a future as a successful Wedding Planner, thanks to this program.
Kim Russell
“I also wanted to let you know that I have found the course very informative and easy to follow. The material clearly presents all the necessary actions that need to be taken to start a successful wedding consulting business. I have no further questions at this time, however, if one should arise I will be sure to contact you right away. Thank you very much!”
Sarah Campeau
“I have completed Session I and eager to receive my first assignment. I am very pleased with the information provided in this course. I feel it will give me an advantage over anyone else just starting out in this career. Thank you”.
Catherine Summers
Tucson, Arizona
“I hold a BA (Hons) Business Studies Degree from De Montfort University. I studied for 4 years spending my 3rd year abroad in Montpellier, France studying at a French Business School. I am currently working as a Business Consultant. I have just completed Session One of your course. I have found the first stage both informative and interesting. This course is as well developed as any high level university course I’ve taken, in fact it exceeds many. That is quite an accomplishment, your Institute should be very proud”.
Cara Day
Hants, Guildford
United Kingdom
” I just want to say what a pleasure it was to read your comments on my final assignment. They have helped me resolve some questions I have been contemplating. I look forward to my new business and working as a wedding consultant…. I was very pleased with the extensive content and marketing guidelines on the wedding industry offered in this course. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a professional wedding consultant… Thanks again.”
Joan Renault
Bothell, Washington
“I have been very pleased with the depth of information this course has provided. It has given me the knowledge that I feel will help me stand out from my competitors. The assignments were essential in this learning process and have really helped put together my processes for my business. Without the assignments I would not have actively retained the information in the course. The money spent on this course was well worth it!!”
Connie Karagounis
Sydney, NSW, Australia
“Thank you so much for all of your thorough comments on both of my assignments, and for all your help and advisement through the last few months. I will definitely keep in touch”.
Jennifer Orton
Roseville, MN
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I am very satisfied with the information that has been shared in this course. Many items were provided that I did not foresee to be a part of this business. A lot of words for thought. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in this business. I look at your course as a blueprint. Your course provides a detailed method of procedure to perform the responsibilities of a wedding consultant. I have found the information straightforward and concise.
It has given me great insight to many of the details I will need to address in the coordination of a wedding. I will utilize my course as a reference throughout my career. It will be my coordinator bible.”
Debra Dragon
Bushnell, FL 33513
“Still working hard on my assignment. Just wanted to let you know, however, that I have my first wedding! The bride is thrilled, as were her parents and we are starting the initial process straight away. The catch is that the wedding is in December, which is only 3 months away! I am sifting through venues to help get a move along with the bookings. The sooner the better is my motto of the moment!! I am so very excited and know that this will be a huge learning curve for me. ”
Alera-Rae Kingman
Australia
“I am pleased to report that the editorial is in, and the editor loved it! I think the most impressive fact was that I presented it in the same format as you taught for the press release in the consulting course, and it made a huge difference. Thank you so much for your willingness to help I really appreciate it. Thanks so much for your time”
Jan P.
Kelowna, B.C.
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“When I got the materials, I was so excited to start. I was even more amazed to find out that the topics you discussed were above my expectations. They are so informative, thoroughly discussed and very exciting and fun! In fact, I couldn’t even put the manual done when I started reading it! I’m already finished reading the first session and I wonder if you could send me the first assignment. I can’t wait to start with it. I am also looking forward to reading the 2nd session! Thank You!”
Maria Abigail Pague
“While planning my wedding, I did a great deal of research on the Internet. One of the sites I used a lot was SuperWeddings.com. After the wedding, I started doing research about getting into the consulting business and bought a book about becoming a wedding planner. The book recommended taking courses to become a certified Wedding Planner. I looked at the courses they recommended but I didn’t want to spend as much money as they were charging so I did more research on the Internet and ended up back on SuperWeddings.com and read about your course. I liked the fact that there were no additional charges after the course was finished and I liked the fact that you are there for support.
The main factors in helping me decide to choose your course was the price, the information covered and the continued support you provide for students. I like the idea of working at my own pace. I found that SuperWeddings.com was a very informative site while planning my own wedding and I used it a lot. This also helped me decide to use your course. Some of the other courses I looked at seemed to be overpriced and they really didn’t provide very much information up front. Some of the other programs sounded stuffy and intimidating. Your course is friendlier and more comfortable for me!”
Rebecca Petronella
“Thank you so much for your quick response, I know that you are a very busy person. You’ve been great, it’s so nice to have someone with as much expertise as yourself around to help me out and offer advice!!!”
Megan Doyle
Bremerton, WA
“One of the reasons I decided to go with this training program was because I observed that you had clients from Barbados who seemed to be very satisfied, as well as from Australia and the UK. I needed something that was universal in nature. The material seems to be applicable anywhere in the world. I also like the idea of an instructor so that if I have problems I can get some feedback”.
Charmaine C.
Trinidad and Tobago
BARBADOS, West Indies
I’m finished reading Session II and ready to have you send me the assignment… I did book a wedding day package from the bridal fair, I was so excited — and just when I was starting to wonder if anyone in the area really needed a service like this! Thanks for everything”.
Allyson K
Coeur D’Alene, ID
“… I appreciate the level of service that is apparent through SuperWeddings.com / International Institute of Weddings and am excited about learning from a company that is so accommodating”.
Marlys Sears
Anchorage, Alaska
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“Again, I want to thank you for offering this course and I am looking forward to taking more of your courses in the future.”
Stephanie W.
Phoenix, Arizona
“I have received the manual and read through section one. This is a great course, with so much helpful information. Thanks again!”.
Stephanie F
Surprise, Arizona
“I am writing to inform you that I have completed the 1st session of the course materials and that I am anxious to receive the assignment. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the first part of the materials and went crazy with the highlighter making notes and reminders for myself in the book. Thank you.”
Bridget Gould
Houston, Texas
“I have now completed session one of the Wedding Planner course training material. I have really enjoyed this training so far, and I have learned so much already.”
Deborah J.
Liverpool, United Kingdom
“I have completed session I and would like to begin the assignment. I have found the first section very informative and have learned a lot. I am so looking forward to the next session. I hope it’s as full of ideas as this first one.”
Vicki P
Petersburg, IN
“I have finished Session II and am submitting it for your review. I am so excited and can hardly wait to get started. We are shooting for a May 1 “go live” day. As soon as you give me the go ahead I’m printing my business stationary and starting on my vendor base with brochures and business cards in hand! Thanks so much! This has really been very informative. This course was both challenging and a lot of fun. It really got me motivated to finally “just do it”!
For the money I must say it is quite impressive. There are so many suggestions and creative ideas offered that I probably would not have thought of. Like for instance, the silver tray of chocolate truffles&ldots;LOVE that idea and plan to use it right away when consulting for that initial contract. It’s those little extra details that will set me apart and I appreciate the efforts that are inspired by the author of the course.
Would I recommend this course to someone who is interested in becoming a professional wedding consultant? If I lived in a larger area I probably would. But to be very honest, I plan to keep you a secret so I won’t have any competition out there using the same techniques I have learned. I’m sure they would prove a worthy opponent!
I Can’t think of anything this course did not cover. I feel like I have gained much needed knowledge in certain areas I wasn’t sure of, but now feel rather confidant.
Now I just wish The International Institute of Weddings would release the new Wedding Floral Design Training program. I am also interested in adding that to my business. My daughter wants to pursue the floral end of this venture&ldots;She was so impressed with my eagerness to get my certification in consulting, that now she wants the certification behind her name as wedding floral consultant. we are planning on getting REALLY BIG in this little area! In fact, we both just finished reading your “How to Start Your Own Wedding Floral Business” manual. LOVED IT TOO! Lots of good ideas and suggestions!
You can most definitely use my feedback as a testimonial. I’ll be more than happy to send an official reference letter on my “new business stationary letterhead. Thanks Institute of Weddings”!
Paula Hayden
Penrose, NC
“Thank you so much for your wonderful reply. I really appreciate you taking some time off your busy schedule to assist me… The course manual has become my second bible and I carry it everywhere I am going. I have realized that most of the answers for my business are already in the Manual, and all I need to do is do design my concept around it. As always, I am grateful for all your time, patience and encouragement”.
Mavis Appiah
Neasden, London,
UNITED KINGDOM
“Thank you very much for the quick and efficient delivery of my training materials. I have begun reading the first few pages and found them very informative!
I chose this course because of the wide coverage of the curriculum, the price, and having an instructor who is a successful practitioner in the wedding industry.”
Jocelyn V
Quezon City, PHILIPPINES
“Thank you for your time. I have thoroughly enjoyed the course and look forward to starting my own business in this genre. Thank you again”.
Nadine Lomness
Calgary, Alberta
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I wanted to keep you up to date with Dream Weddings. I have a 4 o’clock appointment with a possible client. I’m looking forward to speaking with her. I know that she has already done a lot of the planning for her July 7 wedding, but she said she has a lot of things on her mind and would like to give up some of that stress. So far, I have helped out people who are working with a budget as small as $2,000 and as large as $13,000. I don’t know if this has any bearing on where my business will take me, but for now, I’m just doing what’s needed for any style of wedding. Thanks for everything”.
Carla M.
Athens, TN
“You don’t know how elated I am to have found the course. I cannot begin to tell you how happy I am to have found you. Thank you, thank you, thank you so much for this course”.
Desaree MacKenzie
Nassau, BAHAMAS
“I actually decided in January to set up as a wedding planner and your course has allowed me to fill in all the blanks that I had (and there were many). I found in extremely useful and am already putting a lot of it to good use”.
Tanya Swales
United Kingdom
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I have just completed session 1 of the wedding planner course and I am excited to complete the assignment so that I can move on into session two. I found the information in session one to be very extensive and interesting, and I look forward to seeing what session two has to offer”.
Mrs.Sarah Kostic
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Thanks so much for your delightful remarks in your last email to me, they certainly made me feel more confident. Now I can’t wait to read my session II assignment feedback, I’m sure it will help me stress a little less about stepping into such uncharted territories! Thanks a huge bunch!”
Alera Kingham
Australia
“I am so excited to say that I have finished reading Session 1 and am ready for my first assignment. It took me longer than I had hoped, but working a full load at the restaurant has limited my time. Every time that I sat down to read, I was more and more thrilled about getting into the wedding coordination business. I look forward to continuing the course. Thank you”.
Erin S
Austin, Texas
“I have completed my study of the Session I materials for the Wedding Planner course. I am enjoying my preparation for my new business very much, and I thank you for providing the means to achieve my goals.”
Michelle D
Kingsville, Maryland
“Thanks so much for following up on my enrollment. I am very impressed with the level of service you provide, and trust that I have chosen the right company to pursue my dreams. Looking very forward to starting the course”.
Alera K.
Queensland, Australia
“Before deciding to purchase your Wedding Planner Course I compared it to other wedding planner certification programs. Your price and depth of information as compared to the other programs helped me to decide to take this program. Your program offers much more detailed information than the higher priced courses”.
Melody Harris
Charlotte, NC
Thank you for the Session one review. I found it very encouraging, and I will put to work your ideas and advice. I look forward to the Session two assignment.”
Kimberly W
Chilliwack, British Columbia
“Just a quick note to let you know I received my course materials today. I am so excited, I’ve already read seventy-six pages! Thank-you to everyone at the Institute of Weddings for your help, time, and commitment.”
Karen Shores
Sumter, South Carolina
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“… I just want to say that you have really taught me a lot and I believe I will be successful in this! Thank you very much.”
Nadine H.
Shearwater, Nova Scotia,
“Yippppeeee!! I Did It!!!!!! Ya Hooo!!! I signed my First Contract! I’m so excited and SOOOO happy!!!! Thanks Linda, for all your support, for your time and dedication, and for all the wonderful knowledge & years of experience you have so generously shared with me these last few months… This never would have happened without you. You have provided me with far more than I ever expected when I signed up for this course. You have been more than a teacher and mentor, I now think of you as a friend. You can un-cross your fingers now! (Whew!)
Angela W.
Dallas, Texas
“Before purchasing this training program, I compared it to one other. The depth of your program is what really attracted me first. It seemed like you really wanted the student to feel he/she was getting all the knowledge about wedding planning/ consulting/coordinating that he/she could. Then the price was definitely the deciding factor, I couldn’t sign up quick enough. Your program is the answer to my dreams. Thank you for your program!”
Kim Brannon
“I feel very satisfied with the course. I also feel very prepared and confident in starting my career as a wedding consultant. I just think this is a great course for anyone who is wanting to become a wedding consultant. I would definitely recommend it. It touched on everything I need to know in order to start my own wedding consulting business”.
Jennifer Freeman
Newport, MI
“Before taking this course, I knew a lot about weddings, but very little about planning a wedding and even less about business. I now feel very confident in beginning my business. This course guided me down the path of getting my business off the ground. I am now prepared to give my clients the service they deserve from a wedding consultant. Without this course, I would not be able to say that. And I didn’t have to spend a fortune to get this knowledge! I am very well pleased with the level of detail this course has provided in an easy to read and understand format. I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in becoming a professional wedding consultant”.
Carla Monroe
Athens, Tennessee
“Thank you very much for your reviews to both session 1 and session 2 of the course. Your input is very helpful. Also thank you for the client referrals which you emailed me. I have emailed each of the girls and told them who I was etc and they have all replied back to me. I shall definitely keep in touch with you as we have formed a great friendship. I shall also forward to you as promised a photo of myself and my children. I thank you very much for your help and support throughout my course. As I get more familiar with the business side of things and get my customers coming in I shall look into doing another course with you to advance myself even further. I look forward to a long and lasting relationship with you and again thank you so much for everything you have done. Take care and my god bless you and your family. I shall keep in touch.”
Martina Athitakis
Newington, NSW, Australia
” For my own benefit I went on line to see if any of the local colleges offered any course pertaining to Wedding Consultant studies. I did not realize until I was surfing the net that one could indeed receive certification in this field. After reading about programs from some 40 companies, I found SuperWeddings. I narrowed my decision down and after comparing SuperWeddings with [names removed by editor], I decided upon you, of course.
After hours of reading, I found SuperWeddings to be the most informative of what was offered in the course, had an instructor at proper disposal for questioning, and had the most reasonable price that I didn’t have to finance. Since I was downsized, price was one of the top priorities after quality.
Ms Kevich, thank you for responding so quickly to me, and thanks again for your time and knowledge”.
Toye L. Berger
“Thank you! I received the feedback from session 1 and have reviewed it. Thanks for your feedback!! I had no idea how detailed your review of each question would be. That was a terrific surprise and more importantly, extremely helpful! I look forward towards your review of my session II assignment. Thank you again for your time.
Kindly,
Melissa Martin
Havertown, Pennsylvania
“I need to tell you that I am working with a bride that is getting married in Sept – and I’m not even done with the course yet! She already met with a florist I recommended and she is coming back this afternoon for me to review the contract before taking it back…Exciting… next step is a baker for her cakes…”
Monique
Shreveport, LA
I feel ready to begin the assignment related to the lessons of Session 1. I’ve studied the information thus far and find the program very beneficial and feel that it will provide much success in the field of wedding consulting. I look forward to the continuation of the study guide after completion of the first assignment.”
Jorge Reyes
Anaheim, Calif.
“Linda, …You truly are a mentor to me and I really take your advice seriously. You also make me feel much more positive about myself which really does help. Trust me!!”
Alera-Rae Kingham
Cairns , Queensland, Australia
“I heard about this course through a friend of mine, Angie. We went to commercial floristry school together and she has just completed your course so I took a interest in it and got more info via the internet. I did compare it to others; I don’t recall the other names, but I do remember that this was the one that made me feel the most comfortable about putting my time and money into . When I read the course description I really did feel that I was being told everything that I was going to learn throughout the course. So I felt that it was the best choice!”
Deanna Woodland
“I have just completed Session I of the training manual. While going through the pages of the course, I grow more and more excited to get my business going. I never dreamed I would have so much fun learning all that I have already. 🙂 Thanks!”
Sarah C.
Everett, PA
“After almost a year of research trying to find the best course to be certified as a Wedding Planner, finally I found the IIW course through SuperWeddings.Com and registered. I’ve already finished with the Session I of the training, and it has been very interesting for me because there are a lot of things that I never realized I must take care in starting a new business in the Wedding Coordination industry. I am very excited and motivated to continue, and ready to take the first assignment of the training”.
Cordially yours,
Raquel Lebrón
“I chose this course after comparing it to one other. I decided to take this one because I wanted an intensive program that would provide me with everything I need to start my own business as a wedding consultant, and teach me all I need to know about being a good wedding consultant. I found this program to list all aspects of what I want to learn, and it has detailed information as to what you will receive as compared to other courses. I have just received my course and I am very pleased with the information it contains. Thank you”.
Tammy Nauss
“I did send away for information for another course for about the same price. It did not have nearly the same amount of information available as this course does. I couldn’t believe all the topics covered in the Institute of Weddings/ SuperWeddings program. It seemed like such a great deal and I love the Super Weddings web site”.
Judy W.
“I compared this program to others before registering, however, I can’t recall their names. This program impressed me with the price, the excellent information, also the fact that so many people have found success after completion of this course made my decision final and a lot easier.
Jaimee Gessner
“I did not check out other programs prior to registering for this course because the table of contents provided all of the content that I would want in such a course, and the price seemed very reasonable. I was impressed by the comments sent by people who have taken the course. The depth of information covered was the most important thing for me. Also I liked being able to check out information on Linda Kevich, the IIW, etc., about this industry.
I liked that it is stated that not every single person applying for certification would automatically get it — that it is based on each person and how they have presented themselves and their ideas… I like that there is a business coach/mentor and that there is an ability to get some support once the certification is awarded. I liked that there is a certification and the ability to belong to an association if I desire. I liked that there could be seminars to go to later on if one chooses, but that it is not a requirement in order to get the information to get started. I like that it is a self-paced program”.
Joy Santer
“I compared this program with numerous others before registering. The number one reason I chose the SuperWeddings / International Institute of Weddingsprogram was for the content and reputation. Some of the other classes offered long term payment plans, but seeing that Superweddings.com/ IIW was exclusively experienced in wedding consulting courses, unlike some others, such as [name edited out for discretion] which offered courses in a wide range of topics, not specializing in just one. Also, the depth of the outline was much more vast that that of several other courses. I like that extensive information about the course is presented to the prospective student so that they can make an informed decision. It is all on the website, spelled out in black and white, where as others just gave you a broad overview of the course syllabus and the pricing structure and had you request additional information. Then when the additional information came, the brochure and information was no more detailed than their websites. SuperWeddings.com seemed like the best bang for the buck and after contacting Savannah, she was very accommodating! with flexible payment options”.
April F.
Philadelphia, PA
“I saw no need to look at other courses before enrolling for this one as this course appears to fully meet my interests. I was very impressed by the content of information on the site and had been contemplating certification in this field. I have received my materials and am impressed with the information that I have covered thus far”.
Ruth Crossman
“I was doing some research on the wedding consulting industry and this program was suggested to me by a wedding consultant. I also looked at other courses but your website provided the most in-depth description of the course, and I really felt that I it explained everything that would be covered. It seemed to be the most thorough course available (based on the poor descriptions provided by other courses), and it was offered at a very reasonable price”.
Angela den Hoed
“I was looking at different wedding consultant programs on the internet. I noticed that this program was developed by the international institute of weddings, and I had seen that name frequently on websites that I had visited. I looked at 2 other programs but was impressed by your price and also that it was a home study class where I could work at my own pace”.
Karen Sakala
“Before registering for this course, I looked at the programs of 5 other organizations. The International Institute of Weddings course outline was one of the more detailed and comprehensive of the programs. I felt that it was the best value for my money. I also received recommendations about this course by other wedding planners I’ve met up with.”
Lisa Stelmack
“I was impressed with the outline of the program and how detailed everything was. I had also looked at one other well known program but was much more impressed with your program. Definitely the depth of information was what made me decide. I printed out all the information for both programs and spent about 2 days comparing. I was so much more impressed with your program. At first I thought theirs would be the best because it cost more, but after reviewing it I feel I have made the best decision!”
Jill Cornelius
“I decided to take this course because the course seemed to be incredibly informative, and professional also it seems to be the only course that offered a recognized qualification in this field”
Liz Keeling
UNITED KINGDOM
“In my process of making a career transition to wedding consultant, the factors that persuaded me to choose SuperWeddings.com were the depth of information covered, the one-on-one mentoring, and the price of the program. The program appears to provide information regarding the planning of a wedding, as well as running a business. I believe the business functions of being a wedding consultant are the foundations for success in this career”.
Debra Davis
“I have been researching wedding Planner courses for over a year. I first heard about yours about 2 months ago. I did quite a lot of comparing. I compared it to several other well known Wedding Planner courses. The depth of information covered in the program was probably my biggest consideration factor when looking through the programs. I was very impressed by the course outline of your program. I was glad the price was so much more manageable for me. I also liked the fact that I was able to complete it at my own pace and if I had any questions it was just an email away. I was very impressed when I wrote in with a question to Savannah; she was very prompt in her answer and it helped me convince my ‘other half’ that it was a good idea”.
Jodi C.
Millersville, Pennsylvania
“I have just finished reading the first section of the training manual – not once, not twice, but would you believe three times?! There is SO much wonderful information there. I’ve made so many notes along the way! I have enjoyed the first section very much. The material is so well written and interesting – as a college graduate, I hate to admit that I’ve generally found educational reading to be boring, but not this time! After having completed the reading for the first section, I have become so ‘psyched’ about getting my business going. In so little time I feel I have gone from really not having a clue, to really feeling confident that I know what I’m doing now. I’m very much looking forward to embarking on the first assignment – please forward it to me when you have a chance – and I can’t wait to continue on to the next section of the course. One last thing – I just have to add that I am SO glad I choose this course for my training. I’ll admit I considered other programs, but in the end, it is obvious I made the right choice. I knew that from the moment I cracked open the manual and saw the gold mine of information you have in there. It’s like a whole new world has opened up for me, which I really had no idea existed – and I can’t wait to be part of it! Thank you so much for this terrific program, and for the time you put in to answer the first couple of questions I already sent you. I appreciate your helpfulness more than I can say. I already have a couple of prospective clients lined up, and I owe it all to this program!”.
Maryann Harrison
Boston, Mass.
“I read about this course on the internet. In reading the overview I felt this was the best course for me to take. I did look at a few others, however kept coming back to your site. I am looking forward to beginning my course and learning more about this industry. I am currently the wedding consultant at the church I attend, but my goal is to eventually become a wedding planner outside of the church”.
Amy Francis
“I compared this course to several others before enrolling. Price was a factor for me as well as the content the website showed the program having. I also noticed that there really was no short term time limit. I want to learn as much as I can and go over the material at my own pace to get the most of out it, so time was a factor for me as well. I look forward to working with you! 🙂 Thanks again,
Sarah Cutter
“Thank you very much for the response you gave to my questions. It is extremely detailed and informative. I am truly appreciative of your extensive help. Not everyone would have taken the time to answer my questions so thoroughly. Thank you again and I look forward to continuing to work with you.”
Patty Sullivan
Peoria, Arizona
“I just wanted to thank you so much for the advice you gave me in response to my previous message, and to thank you for your concern. I am so excited to become a professional in this business, and this course has given me all the confidence I need in myself. I am willing to work hard at it, and this course is my first step towards true professionalism, Thanks to you Linda… Again, Linda, thank you for your precious time
Angela Rodriguez
“This course provides some of the most in-depth professional training available in the wedding industry. The home-study was intensive and comprehensive. I would definitely recommend this course. It is unique and well informed. This course has very clear and concise information and the support that is available make it very helpful. I cannot think of areas and topics that were missing from the course. It was just what I was looking for. Very informative, interesting and helpful. The 300+ page training guide is my referral “bible”. I do want to be one of the wedding consultant recognized as highly skilled professionals who offer a very specialized level of expertise. It is the most intensive training programs through home study for wedding consultant that I found. Now that I finished the course I have confidence, knowledge and competence which are evident to my clients.
The course has provided me with the most thorough and practical education possible, in addition to providing ongoing opportunities for professional development and advancement. It offers a highly affordable home-study which provided me with detailed, specific and extremely thorough instructions.
I have finally started my Wedding Plannert Business. I love it.
Thank you International Institute of Weddings and SuperWeddings.
Monique M. Dennie
Shreveport, LA
“Since both my partner Janice and I work full time at the present, price, flexibility and value were what attracted us to your program. The course appears to be very organized, loaded with information and affordable for our current economic situation. The on-line study also attracted us since time is at a premium for us both and attending day or weekend seminars is rather difficult to arrange at present”.
Charlene A. Fisk
Jacksonville, Alabama
“I was very satisfied with this course. I learned many aspects that I never knew before, and things that I never thought could be done in a different way. To be very honest, the course was full of lots of information and material and it couldn’t be better. All I can say is that it was a great experience to be in, especially in a field that I adore.
I learned to be extremely careful with the vendors I use, and with the contracts my clients sign because of the things that we never think of. I used this knowledge when I worked on a wedding in the summer; I would go with the bride and groom when dealing with vendors, and help guide them with the procedures.
I related some areas of the course to that wedding and it made lots of sense. It made me realize how the brides can be emotional to a point that they don’t realize what’s in their best interest because they are looking for a dream day and this is all that they see in front of their eyes. It’s interesting to see these things happen.
I would surely recommend this course to a friend or acquaintance who is interested in becoming a professional wedding consultant, as long as they are serious about it. I say that because from my experience, this course is a serious program of study. You need to be organized and a good time management person to be able to go through the course in a successful way and to comprehend the information. It will give you a clearer vision of the subject matter. Again, it was a great experience.
The course, as I mentioned before, was really full, filled with plenty of information that will help us start and go through all the procedures we need to do. The forms, the lists and the sheets, and all the examples of contracts, etc. are a very big push and a helpful hand for our growth in this field. And with pleasure you may use my feedback in the future in the form of a testimonial.
Rania Eid
Mississauga, Ontario
“I am doing your Wedding Planner Course, I have found all the information so helpful and enlightening. I have just completed Session I and am anxious to move on. I am ready! Thank you!”
Sharon Wilcox
“The amount of information that I saw on your web site helped me decide where to get my training from. No others can compare with the level of detail you cover. (I am a very detail-oriented person). I can’t wait to get my course. I check the mail everyday! I look forward to working with you. Linda, you have quite the amazing biography and feel privileged to have you as my instructor. I look forward to working with you soon!”
Sincerely,
Melissa J. M.
Upper Darby, PA
“Starting out in determining how to get started as a wedding planner I gathered a list of wedding planners in my area. I then emailed out a letter to every company and asked for any internships/apprentice positions. That didn’t go well. Contrary to what I once read in a book, most wedding planners don’t offer this. However, one wedding planner from Bellissima Events was kind enough to email me back with information on how she started in the business and what steps she took to get there. She recommended the certification program from The International Instutite of Weddings/ SuperWeddings.com. And so I explored both the Institute of Weddings program as well as the ABC. My final decision to go with The Institute of Weddings program was based on the testimonials that I found on the website about this certification program. I was impressed.
I first heard about the program about a month ago. I then took some time to do research about other programs. After looking closely at 3 other, I decided to order your training materials.
The factors in my decision to choose The International Institute of Weddings was 1) all the many testimonials and 2) pricing was amazing for such a detailed and impressive program.”
Jennifer Freisen
Boston, MA
“Thank you very much for your reply. It is very elaborated and thorough. Appreciate it! Cheers!”
Yar Mei
Malaysia
“… I am looking forward to your review of my final assignment. The first remarks are very encouraging. It is so wonderful for someone who doesn’t really know me to recognize my desire and ambitions for this new venture that I am taking. Let me just say thank, thank, thank you for your time, honesty, and words of wisdom. Ms. Kevich you have done a great job as my instructor. I hope that one day I will be able to meet you in person”.
Vilma King
Day One Wedding Consultants
Toronto, Ontario
“This course was really informative. It went over all the different aspects of planning a wedding and running a business. I really am extremely satisfied with the program and can’t wait to use my new knowledge. Actually my mom and I were both going to take the course but we decided I would take it first and if I found it beneficial she would then take it. I loved it and now she’s going to sign up. It covered what I hoped it would and I feel confident about taking the next step. You won’t find a happier student”.
Katie (Cooper) Smith
Carlsbad, CA
Member, International Institute of Weddings
“I have been extremely satisfied with this course. It provided complete and thorough information to help start my business. I believe that through the information of this course, I have gained the knowledge to create and build a successful business in my home.”
Pam Pickett
West Monroe, Louisiana
“I have recently started your program and I think it is great. I am currently a third grade teacher and would like to pursue wedding planning down the road. Thank you for making this a wonderful program.”
Nicole Kelly
“Thanks for everything. I really enjoyed this program and couldn’t stop working on it. This has been a great experience and I hope we can keep in contact for the future. Thanks again.”
Sincerely,
Angie Nickoli
Vernon, BC, Canada
“I am very satisfied with this training manual. I think it really prepares you to open your own business as a professional wedding consultant. I found it very informative and helpful.
This training manual is more detailed than some that I have seen. Also, it isn’t super expensive when compared to other companies that provide training. It’s easy to spend thousands of dollars to become certified. This course covers everything you need to know!”
Crystal Oatman
Peoria, IL
“Linda, I am extremely grateful that I’ve had this opportunity to share in your program. Thank you for your guidance. This is just the beginning of the process and I look forward to sharing more information with you in the future.”
Jorge L. Reyes
Anaheim, CA 92804
USA
“I am about two thirds of the way through the first session in the course, and I am completely engrossed! I am finding it all very interesting and I am getting very excited to begin this business venture. Again, thank you for this opportunity, I am thrilled!”
Amanda H.
Williamsport, PA
“In Australia, to get the required learning [for a career in wedding consulting] all that is available are three year full-time management courses, which give you only limited exposure to event management. I was very disheartened. But then I found SuperWeddings/ Institute of Weddings and I knew then that my dreams may finally come true. So here I am. I am encouraged by many of your students’ testimonials that I could make this happen for me too, even though it is something very different to what I have ever done. I am delighted to have you as my tutor and mentor and look forward to future our correspondence. I thank you for your vision of helping people world-wide to realize their dreams”.
Nicola Hansen
Lilydale, Victoria
Australia
“It has been a pleasure working with you, and I look forward to working with you in the future as I continue to grow my business. Again, I thank you for a wonderful program and wish you continued success!”
Monica Gordon
Mitchellville, Maryland
I wanted to let you know that on this Monday, I received my State of Ohio Certificate for my business name and permit. I’m calling to get my business line installed next week, and then I will be able to network with vendors. To watch this company come together, Linda, is so breath-taking that I can’t put it into words. I received your comments back from my assignment two, and I thank you for giving them to me. I’m definitely using those assignments throughout the start of my business because there is so much involved that I’d never remember it all. I also wanted to thank you for responding to all of my e-mails. They have definitely been inspiring and helpful at keeping me going forward with this business. Thanks Linda!”
Shalonda Carter
Toledo, Ohio
“I’m really happy about your feedback for my exam for session II !!!! It’s been great to work with you! I’m really satisfied with this course. I’ve already prepared a letter of recommendation about this course, I’ll be sending it by regular mail within the next few days…”
Vivianne Valenzuela
Puerto Rico
” A friend, who is now a member of the International Institute of Weddings, recommended this course to me. I compared this course with two others before enrolling. I chose the SuperWeddings course because the amount of information covered was excellent and the price was very reasonable in comparison to other programs. Also the fact that this course and the Institute are recognized internationally was important to me”.
Nicole Mobley
Australia
“I have completed Session I of the Professional Training Guide and am ready for my first assignment. I am finding the course to be very informative and enlightening. It has certainly caused me to consider more closely the many different aspects of the consulting industry. I’m more excited than ever to get my business off the ground!!! Looking forward to hearing from you.”
Suzanne Wolverton.
Frisco, Texas
“I didn’t look at any other programs before deciding on this one, but I inquired of Indiana Wesleyan University if they would give me credit for the course towards my electives. They looked at your website and said it looked better than the programs they have given credit for in the past.
I thought the price of your program was very reasonable and the program looked very thorough. I look forward to the class, it will definitely be more enjoyable than others I have taken”.
Lynette Brown
“At this point in my life it was time I took a direction into where I wanted to go and I decided to take the next step. Being in Australia they do not offer such courses where wedding planners are concerned. I searched through google.com and came across your site as I also did with other sites. I read your site from top to bottom and found it so personal as if you were only talking to me and the site was just for me. You are a truly special person and your site was fantastic. I have gained a lot of information from your site and that is when I decided to join the program. I also like the part where when we have finished the course we get a certificate which states that we are certified. In my eyes that is a very good step into the right direction and also in your portfolio as not many people are certified it is by experience only. I believe in any direction you take in life that bit of paper will take you a long way in your life.
I looked at a couple of other programs before registering for this one. This site was by far the best I have come across in that it was in depth, the price was great and how much information I got. I also like the fact that it is recognised not just in America but also international which by living in Australia is good for my business”
Martina
Sydney, Australia
“Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback on my session 1 assignment. I am so excited that you think that I am heading in the right direction! After reading your comments I feel much more positive about my abilities and can’t wait to get out there and just do it! Thanks again Linda.”
Alera-Rae Kingham
Cairns , Queensland, Australia
“I just wanted to tell you that this course is designed in a superb manner. It was very through and it went through all of the steps from start to finish in regards to the business. I would definitely recommend this course to my friends and whoever else is interested in becoming a wedding consultant. I felt that the staff at Super Weddings was also very friendly and professional/helpful in any questions or concerns that I have had in regards to their products/services and in regards to the course itself.”
Sidika Pardhan
Serving Toronto, ON
and Dubai, UAE
“I compared this training program to others before I decided to purchase it. The others were all very expensive with a lot less learning material. My reason for choosing this program above the others was definitely the price and depth of information covered. Even after reading the first session, I’m still amazed at how little I paid for all of that information. Your material does not only tell how to go about getting my business started, but it even offers lots of suggestions, along with examples of how to format a press release, and how to create your tag line. I didn’t know what a tag line was until I read it in this course. There is so much more that I could say, but I would not have enough room to write it”.
Shalonda Carter
Toledo, OH
(Received training materials just 9 days ago)
I was very satisfied with the course. It is very detailed and instead of just flying through the assignments with a particular answer, they are designed so that you really have to evaluate yourself and what you’ve learned. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a wedding consultant. I can’t think of anything the course didn’t cover, it is very thorough. Please use my feedback as a testimonial.”
Nancy Barahona
Alta Loma, CA
“I am very satisfied with the course as it is very well written and easy to follow. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in the wedding business. There were no areas it didn’t cover. This is a great course I could not have chosen a better one the support from my tutor has been great and I always gain valuable and detailed feedback”.
Tracey King
Mansfield, England
United Kingdom
“When I first read about Bridal consulting it immediately struck my interest. I knew I would enjoy doing that for people, plus I could operate my business from home. So, I looked at a number of courses on wedding planning/ bridal planning. I compared what courses and topics were covered and from each as well as the cost. Not only was this course the least expensive of them all, but the greatest thing was your program offered the most learning. Being that I had never planned a wedding before, I needed as much of the specifics as I could get so that is how I came about hearing of Superweddings.com and The International Institute of Weddings”.
Kimberly Kowart
“I was very excited when I read about your training program and got even more excited when I received the actual material last week! My objective is to complete the course as fast as I can since I’ve just founded my own little company and would like to start asap! Thanks a lot for your help in advance..
Janset A.
Turkey
“I have completed the first session of the course. I loved all the information and how it was laid out in the easy reading format!”
Kaylie Franklin
“Thank you so much for all of your assistance in helping me to achieve my certification in wedding consulting. I am excited to have completed this course and to receive my certificate.”
Kelly S Solomon
“I have successfully finished reading Session I, and I feel I am ready to begin the assignment related to it. The readings were really helpful, clear and enjoyable, now I am really sure this is what I want to do professionally! I am looking forward to Session 2! ”
Alejandra Gross
“Thank you for your comments and feedback! I appreciate all your help and guidance. Thanks again and I will be sure to keep in touch.”
Jennifer Gotro
Wellington, FL
“I am very satisfied with the program and certification. I believe it will provide for me and my business a much needed differentiation from the others in the market place, who are just hopping on the wedding planning band wagon but have no formal training. I would indeed recommend this course to anyone”.
Celia Callender
CHRIST CHURCH, Barbados
“I was very pleased with the information and found it informative and useful. It was well presented and informative, even for me who is already well established in the wedding business”.
Janita Bold
South Africa
“Thank you for your comments on my assignment, they are extremely helpful and thought provoking! I am now ready for my second assignment and can’t wait to get started!”
Lisa Burton
United Kingdom
“Just a note to let you know how much I enjoyed the course you offer. It was so thorough, especially in the business end of it, which I really needed. I feel so much more prepared to start my business now that I have finished the course. Thank you”.
Julie H.
“I did a lot of comparison before deciding on your program. I also looked at six other programs and was most impressed with your curriculum — the amount and depth of the practical information your offer that enables a person to start up their own wedding consultant business as soon as possible after finishing the coursework. I’m also the type who needs to have my coursework in book form. I cannot have all of my reading material on a computer like with some courses — I am most comfortable holding a book in my hands. I wanted to be able to obtain some form of certification, as I think that it gives one more credibility in a competitive world. These are my main reasons for choosing Super Weddings. The reduced cost in comparison to many others was simply a bonus reason”.
Angela Skermmitt
“I heard of the SuperWeddings.com Certification program from the SuperWeddings website. While searching on Google.com there were always many hits displaying www.superweddings.com
The depth of information covered and the cost of the program was my deciding factor in taking this programme from Superweddings.com. The information covered by the SuperWeddings Certification programme covers a wider area of information, and the options of the installments plans for those who cannot afford the entire cost at the moment was really my deciding factor. Because I inquired about installment plans and saw that it was available I decided to go with SuperWeddings.com because it shows that they really want to do what ever they can to help individuals get into this business. The other courses prices were outrageous and some did not cover a lot of information concerning the various types of weddings. I’m happy to have chosen this course over the others”.
Lisa Browne
“Just wanted to say thank you for answering all my questions and comments in a timely manner. I realize you have other students, but you made me feel like I was your only one, very attentive. Thanks again for all your helpful advice”.
Jennifer L. Stratton
Gnadenhutten, OH
“I really enjoyed your wedding coordinating course that I took last year. I have begun my business and I am very excited! Thank you!”
Heidi Maranell
Greenville, SC
“I’ve received and read the Wedding Planner Certification Training Course, and look forward to receiving the first assignment. In the meantime I’m going to read the first session again! My compliments. Content is thorough, insightful, and well written!”
Shelly Cook
“I just thought I would touch base with you. Things are going along quite well with starting up my Wedding Planner business. I am still greeted with positive responses whenever I talk to people about what I am doing. I am excited!”
Kimberly Wiens
Chilliwack, BC
“Well my business is really good. I completed my first wedding on August 30th and I’m working on three that are coming up. Unfortunately, I have not been able to get my website yet, but I am listed in the yellow & white pages, as well as having my brochures, business cards, and ink pens inside of several photo, floral, & rental shops. Once I graduate from college this May, I will definitely have more time to enlarge my advertisement. It’s great hearing from you, and thank you so much again for the lead”.
Shalonda Carter
Toledo, OH 43615
“I compared your program with three other leading programs. The International Institute of Weddings price was at least $100 cheaper than any of the others. Some were many hundreds more, and I will say, no other program seems to be as detailed and thorough as this one. Additionally, I knew nothing about business and your course was the only one I found with thorough business education along with wedding education. I have begun studying the course and I am enjoying it to the fullest and learning a lot. I am so glad it teaches the business end. It gives me more confidence to begin, since I now know more about getting off and running. I know for certain I made the right choice. This is the best course on the market for wedding planners, hands down, no question”.
Carla Monroe
Athens, TN
“If feel that this course was very through and it went through all of the steps, from start to finish, in regards to being in the business. I would definitely recommend this course to my friends and whoever else is interested in becoming a wedding consultant. There were no topics it failed to cover. Also, I felt that the staff at The International Institute of Weddings/ SuperWeddings was also very friendly and professional/helpful in any questions that I have had in regards to their products/services, and in regards to the course itself”.
Sidika Pardhan
Dubai, United Arab Emerates*
Business now located in Dubai;
Studied while living in Maple, Ontario
“Wow, the first assignment was very useful and educational! Looking forward to finishing the course so I can move forward to do weddings! Thank you”.
Lisa Griffith
“…I have just started my first assignment which is truly a challenge, and I must say I am enjoying every minute!”
Kimberly S.Long
Moyock, North Carolina
“I think this course is a wonderful tool for training to become an independent, professional businessperson. It can be accomplished at your own pace, so that you can go through the course as quickly or as leisurely as you prefer. Once the course is completed, you have a base of knowledge which can support you in beginning your business on a small scale, or on a larger scale, depending on your needs and wishes”.
Sharon Wherley
York, PA
“I did compare this course to others, but chose this one definitely because of the depth of info covered. I strictly look for the best, because I want to achieve the best, and I believe I’ve found it in this course. Thanks for taking the time and effort to know me better. I’m thoroughly excited to start!”
Han-Ni Thang
Malaysia
“Thank you very much for your thorough response! You answered all my questions thoughtfully and candidly which is much appreciated in this day and age! As seems to be the case with other potential wedding consultants, choosing a course was a rather arduous process! Since the industry is not regulated it is difficult to know which organization or association will provide the most comprehensive and useful course, and which one of those will stand by their product. I came upon SuperWeddings.com one day as I was searching for wedding consultant courses online. I was impressed by the course outline and was immediately prepared to send in my money. It is incredibly overwhelming to know which course will be worth my investment but instinctively something is telling me that The International Institute of Weddings in association with SuperWeddings.com is the best course that I could spend my much hard earned money on! I am so excited to get started with the course!! Thank you again for taking the time to answer my questions so comprehensively!”
Kierstan W.
“I’m so looking forward to starting my career as a wedding planner and your course has definitely helped me achieve my goals!”
Kind regards,
Nisreen Lababidi
“I am very satisfied with this course and I would recommend it. I felt the course was quite thorough. There were no topics that it failed to cover. I feel it was a great tool to launch my wedding planner business and very informative”.
Lisa Werbelow
Campbell, CA
“Thank you so much for your helpful and supportive comments regarding my first assignment. It was very re-assuring to read them!”
Joan Renault
Bothell, Washington
“The course is so extensive and interesting that I have really been enjoying studying!”
Margaret Y.
Indianapolis, In.
“I am honored to have you, the editor in chief of Super Weddings, to be my instructor. Thanks, for your support and being there to answer any questions that I may have. I received my home study course last week and already I am sure it will help a lot. I have been searching for quite a while [for a wedding consulting course], in which I did find a few other home study courses. I had been debating on which course to take for quite a while. I wanted a course that I could get my money’s worth from and which would benefit me the most with more information on how to start my home business. I am very anxious and looking forward to completing the home study course and getting started in the wedding consultant business. I am convinced I have chosen the best from the rest – “SuperWeddings”! Thank you for your guidance!”
Lois S.
Macomb, Michigan
“I have completed the first section of the training manual just one week after receiving it. I was reading and taking notes every chance I got. I guess it just goes to show how excited I am about this field. I was thoroughly impressed by the content of the first section especially the business start up and marketing portions. It contained practical, useful knowledge on how to get started which is exactly what I am looking for. I can’t believe you even share with us your trade secrets!
When I first heard about this course just 2 1/2 weeks ago, I would definitely have to say that the depth of information as well as the price were the deciding factors in making up my mind to purchase it. I compared your program to several others – I even created a comparison chart to aid in my decision. I was extremely impressed by all the information that was contained in the SuperWeddings website alone even without purchasing the training manual.
Now, I will be waiting in anticipation for my first assignment. I look forward to future communication with you.
Best Regards,
Elena L.
Walnut Creek, CA
“Thank you for taking the time to help me with my situation. I couldn’t believe you responded so fast. Your advice helped tremendously and gave me peace of mind. Thank you again”
Maedra Ann Wint
“I have loved taking part in the course. I was surprised that I completed the sessions so quickly. I couldn’t tell you how many hours it took me to complete the Training Guide and the Assignments because it didn’t seem like I was working or studying, I enjoyed the content so much that it felt like I was just reading a book. A very thorough and specific book, but fun enough to look forward to reading the following chapters!
I would recommend the course to anyone who has a real aspiration to be a wedding coordinator. I was thrilled at the opportunity to shortcut my way to success, rather than putting my time and money into university courses that offer training in a broad scope and offer me no direct contact with wedding consulting. This course is a good foundation for starting a Wedding Planner business.”
Alera-Rae Kingham
Cairns , Queensland, Australia
“Prior to purchasing the IIW Wedding Planner course, I had evaluated one more course off the internet. I can’t remember the name of the company, but it was triple in price and I would have had to go to a seminar. The price of the course and the reputation of the International Institute of Weddings were influences to my decision. I had also e-mailed your company a few questions to which I received wonderful thorough answers from Savannah Carrington. This impressed me. She also gave me the name of a reference to call, which I did. The reference was happy with the program, and that pretty much led me to choose The International Institute of Weddings!”
Jamie Shortley
Acworth, Georgia
“I wish to say a Big Thank you to all of you. I received my home study training manual pack yesterday in very good condition. I am so excited about this. I am ready to begin what has been my dream. Thank you very much!”
Mavis Appiah
United Kingdom
“I choose this program because I felt the depth of information was way beyond the other programs. The price of the program was also excellent. I also like the fact that it was not necessary to purchase a professional membership before taking the course, so I don’t feel like I’m being forced into spending more money like with some programs, and I like that two projects were offered to use the skills learned”.
Janelle Williams
“We decided to take your course because the course content seemed much more in depth than others and pertinent to us especially the “running a business” section. One thing I am sure about is that before I actively seek out clients I want the accreditation. I know I wouldn’t be comfortable dealing with anyone who has not had extensive training. I look forward to continuing on with the course”.
Karyn Bagnall
” I felt no need to compare your program to anyone else’s; I was very impressed with the details, it was exactly what I was looking for. The price was good, I liked the fact that I could do it in my spare time, and the level of information is brilliant”.
Riki Bali
United Kingdom
“I just wanted to send a note to let you know that I received my certificate yesterday and am now having it framed. I can’t wait to hang it in my office to show my prospective clients. Prior to taking the SuperWeddings Wedding Planner Course, I had actually taken one of the other more expensive courses. After completing that other course, I still felt entirely unsure of how to begin, and very unprepared to operate as a wedding consultant. I was disappointed and discouraged. About 6 months later, I was still no closer to becoming a wedding consultant, but I met up with a girl who had taken the SuperWeddings course, and she had nothing but praise for it. She told me that after completing the course, she felt entirely prepared, and very confident, and she told me that in her opinion, the course had ‘left no stone unturned’. What really impressed me was that she had just recently finished the program, and already had paying clients. She also said Linda Kevich was absolutely wonderful when she had questions, and was very motivating. This convinced me that this course really was different than the one I had taken before, and I decided to sign up. Now, having recently completed the SuperWeddings course, the difference has been like night and day. I have learned so much, and like the person I had spoken to who took this course before me, I now feel I know precisely what to do, and how to do it. I am very excited to report that yesterday I booked my first client – what a thrill! Thank you so much to SuperWeddings, and especially Linda Kevich. Your support, encouragement, and wonderful advice has been invaluable and I am very appreciative for the way you always go the extra mile. I just wish I had found this course, before I had taken the other one – I would have saved a whole lot of money! Thanks again!”
Beverly Newton
Chicago, IL
“Thank you for taking the time to check in on me. I would like to inform you that I finished the reading for the first part of the course. It was very interesting, and I found good ideas, which I can use for my business”.
Cornelia L.
(Recently Immigrated to USA from Romania)
“I couldn’t believe all the topics covered. It’s such a great deal and I love the SuperWeddings web site.
Before registering, I did send away for information for another course for about the same price. It did not have nearly the same amount of information available”.
Judith W.
Webster, NY
“In comparison with the other course I considered before deciding on this one, I preferred your lower price, the length of time you allowed to complete the course (a year vs. 3 months), and the overall feel of the course and the topics listed for study. Your course seemed more all-inclusive, covering not only the aesthetics but also the unglamorous business aspects which will better prepare me for a serious career”
Mary Kay Jefford
Crystal River, Florida
“One advantage that I will have over my competitors is being educated with this Wedding Planner course to guide me. This course has educated me in unique ways to price my services and given me plenty of ideas to keep the edge on the competitors.”
Erika L.
Madison WI
“I have received my course materials and I started my studies. I do not work, so I am able to study full time. I’m enjoying it to the fullest and I’m ready to take my exam for the Session One this week… [Before starting the course] I was looking for a wedding consultation course on the internet, as there are none available here in Barbados. I went through a few but The International Institute of Weddings/ SuperWeddings was the most extensive one I saw, and I just fell in love with it and hooked up. It’s a very good price for all you can learn. The information is very detailed, easy to follow and understand. Here in Barbados there are only about ten wedding consultants in total for a country of 255,000 population and I feel that through my knowledge attained from this course I can make a worthwhile contribution.
Sharmane R.
Barbados, West Indies
“I heard about the International Institute of Weddings/ SuperWeddings program after researching several others on the internet. I looked at five other well known programs. Yours seemed by far to be the most thorough, and organized course available. Thank You!”
Brenda L.
Salem, New Hampshire
“In choosing the training program offered by The International Institute of Weddings/ SuperWeddings.com , the depth of information covered was the most important factor, followed by reputation, certification by an authority in the field, support following the course, and the price”.
Jacqueline R.
Mount Pleasant, SC
“I feel very satisfied with this wedding planner course. I have learned more than I thought there was to learn about this business. I absolutely would recommend this course to others that are interested in pursuing the wedding industry… I really enjoyed the reading, it was not at all slow or boring. It really prepared me for a lot of things that I had not even thought of before this course. Like I said, it covered much more than I thought there was to this business”.
Megan Doyle
Bremerton, Washington
“I have been studying your course and I really enjoy it. I compared your course to other wedding planner courses before deciding to purchase it. You were more in-depth with all areas that I was looking for. Plus price was a factor also!”.
Brandi R.
Vancouver, Washington
“I really appreciate all of your guidance and support as I completed this course. You are by far the best! Thank you again!”
Alicia M. Marquis
Port Deposit, MD
“Thank you for this wonderful course!”
Charene
Cape Town, South Africa
We hope these Wedding Planner Course Reviews have helped you in deciding if this is the right Wedding Planner Course and Certification Program for you. If we can be of any assistance to you, please feel free to contact us!
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