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Nov 23, 2024
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Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Event Planning and Design
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Business, Law & Education Pathway
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Program Description
The Event Management and Design online training program will equip students with the knowledge to advance in the field if they have already working in special events, or it will prepare them to enter the profession with an understanding of the industry. Students build a foundation that they can use to build a career in special events or start their own special event business.
Program Outcomes
CCBC Credential:
Students will receive a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate, and have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).
Financial Aid and Payment Options
Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
Partial Payment Options (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
Tuition Waiver for those who qualify
Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship
Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Local Office of Workforce Development
Program Length
This program takes approximately 300 hours to complete. Students may work up to 6 months to complete the online course work.
Program Requirements
Academic requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic high school level competencies
- Basic liberal arts knowledge
- Understanding of and an interest in different cultures
Computer requirements:
- PC or a Mac with a high-speed Internet connection (DSL or cable)
- Basic understanding of computers and how to navigate the Internet
- E-mail capability
- Microsoft Outlook 2007 software should be installed prior to beginning this program. This program is compatible with the Windows XP and later operating systems and IE 7 and later browsers.
Application Process
To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application. An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.
Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.
Prior Learning Assessment
This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning
Program Course Sequence
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Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Hours
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Course Series:
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HSL 025
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Event Management and Design (Module I)
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100
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$895
(T-$269/F-$626)
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Art of the Event, by James C. Monroe, CMP, CSEP and Special Events: Creating and Sustaining a New World for Celebration, 7th Edition by Dr. Joe Goldblatt, CSEP (Both are included in the class fees)
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HSL 026
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Event Management and Design (Module 2)
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100
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$550
(T-$165/F-$385)
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Same as HSL025
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HSL027
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Event Management and Design (Module 3)
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100
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$550
(T-$165/F-$385)
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Same as HSL025
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Course Series Totals:
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300
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$1,995
(T-$599/F-$1,396)
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Included in class fees
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Additional Information
Skills for Success:
Outstanding people skills, professional appearance, ability to work independently, good math skills. Knowledge and/or experience in hospitality-related fields helpful.
Since this course is delivered completely online, students will need to have the self discipline to complete all required material on their own. A course instructor will be available to assist students with questions and to lead online activities during the course of the class.
Career Opportunities:
Event planning small business owner; event planner for business or organization; wedding planner; or convention center or venue event planner.
Career Coach
Research your career interests, explore live job postings, take a career assessment, discover which companies in the Baltimore region are hiring, and more. View a brief tutorial video on how to use Career Coach at: https://youtu.be/C7KpznbPYfA . Explore career and training opportunities at: https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.
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