Online Class: Candle Making

Discover the profound history of candle making and learn to craft candles that are more than just sources of light—they're expressions of emotion, beauty, and personal stories. With a focus on business acumen, this course empowers you to launch a candle-making brand while connecting with a community of like-minded artisans.

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  • 15
    Lessons
  • 44
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 61
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 14
    Hours
    average time
  • 1.4
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine a moment of tranquility, where the soft glow of a candle transforms an ordinary room into a sanctuary of warmth and peace. The art of candle making is more than crafting objects-it's about capturing light, emotion, and even memories within each delicate flicker. What if you could not only create these moments but master the craft and turn your passion into a fulfilling and profitable venture?

Welcome to Candle Making, the most comprehensive and inspiring candle-making course available. Here, you won't just learn to make candles-you'll embark on a journey that brings the ancient and meaningful art of candle crafting into your hands and heart. This course is a true experience, taking you from a curious beginner to a confident creator, and potentially, an entrepreneur.

When you join this course, you're stepping into a world where tradition meets creativity. We begin by exploring the rich history and evolution of candle making. You'll connect with the deep heritage of this craft, understanding how candles have been more than just sources of light-they've been symbols of hope, ritual, and expression. But that's just the beginning.

Throughout Candle Making, you'll gain hands-on mastery of essential techniques using a variety of waxes like soy, beeswax, and gel. You'll not only learn foundational skills but also explore innovative approaches that turn ordinary candles into stunning works of art. Imagine creating intricate designs, like captivating ice candles that look like frozen sculptures or elegant multiwick centerpieces that light up the room with a mesmerizing glow.

We dive deep into the delicate art of scent blending, teaching you how to infuse your candles with fragrances that evoke emotion and tell stories. Picture your creations filling homes with scents that bring comfort, nostalgia, or a burst of energy. Whether you're designing for relaxation, celebration, or pure aesthetics, you'll learn to harness the power of aroma with confidence and finesse.

But what truly sets this course apart is its focus on guiding you toward turning your passion into profit. You'll uncover the secrets of launching your own candle-making business-from defining your niche and branding your products to building your online presence and engaging with your audience. This course doesn't just prepare you to make candles; it prepares you to build a sustainable and thriving venture.

This isn't just a class-it's a community. You'll join a group of like-minded creators, all of whom share your excitement and ambition. Whether you're troubleshooting a tricky design or celebrating your latest masterpiece, you'll have a network of support and inspiration every step of the way.

By the end of this journey, you'll not only be a skilled candle maker but a creator with vision and purpose. You'll feel empowered to bring light into the world, whether it's through perfecting a craft, turning your hobby into a side business, or launching a full-time candle-making brand.

Are you ready to transform a flickering idea into a bright reality? Enroll today and let's get started on Candle Making. It's time to create, connect, and shine brighter than ever before.

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Course Lessons

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Lesson 1. A Journey Illuminated: The History of Candle Making

The history of candle-making reveals a story of innovation and cultural exchange, showcasing traditional techniques adapted across continents. From rushlights to modern scented varieties, candles have continually offered hope, warmth, and spiritual connection through the ages. 78 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam

Lesson 2. Candle Making 101: Mastering Your Equipment

Candle making is a historic craft that remains simple and cost-effective, allowing enthusiasts to start with basic household items and gradually invest in specialized equipment as their skills and designs grow. It's both a relaxing pastime and a creative journey, connecting people to a rich tradition while keeping the setup eco-friendly and enjoyable. 172 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment
  • Complete Assignment: Yankee Candle Factory
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam

Lesson 3. Safe Candle Crafting

While crafting candles, vigilance towards fire safety cannot be overstressed, as hot wax can ignite easily. Having a fire extinguisher and a strategy for emergency situations, like throwing a heavy lid over flames or using baking soda, is critical. 75 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 3 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam

Lesson 4. Empowered Candle Creation: Understanding Core Components

The choice of wax, crucial in candle making, affects texture, burn time, and scent throw, with paraffin, beeswax, and vegetable-based waxes each offering distinct advantages. Complementing this are smart wick choices and wax additives that enhance candle texture and visual appeal. 73 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 4 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam

Lesson 5. Illuminating Creations: A Journey Through Molded Candle Making

Transform knowledge into practice with a detailed, step-by-step guide on making a molded candle, blending creativity and safety. From wax selection to workspace setup, this lesson offers a rewarding hands-on experience and the chance to create a truly personal candle. 40 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam

Lesson 6. Candles Made Simple: Rolling and Taper Techniques

Experimentation drives creativity in candle making: try layering contrasting colors, incorporating scents, or embedding natural elements for artisanal appeals. Explore wax blends, essential oils, and textured sheets to refine your personal candle-making style. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. Color and Scent Synergy: Advanced Candle Crafting

Candle making becomes a personal creative journey through the addition of colors and scents that evoke memories and emotions. The lesson guides you through blending dyes and choosing fragrances, ultimately crafting candles that are immersive sensory experiences. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 7 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Creating Captivating Candles: From Over Dipping to Cracked Effects

Over dipping enhances candles with a protective layer, masking imperfections and offering a chance to experiment with new colors. This technique not only creates an eye-catching layered look but also results in a polished, dripless finish. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: 8900297rz54014.png
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. Container and Gel Candle Making Simplified

Safety and function guide the selection of non-flammable and heat-resistant containers for distinctive candles, combining color and fragrance to fit various themes. Gel wax demands careful temperature monitoring but rewards with visually captivating candles, enhancing embedded items' visibility. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. Enchanting Candle-Making: Unleash Your Artistic Expression

Experimenting with floating, mottled, ice, and chunk candle techniques, you can expand your creative concepts, transforming simple wax into stunning art pieces that captivate the senses. This versatile skillset allows you to tailor designs for different settings, whether it be rustic, minimalist, or festive. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11. Illuminate Your World: Mastering Multiwick, Glow-through, and Votive Candles

Multiwick candles with multiple flames create a rich, ambient glow, perfect for enhancing cozy spaces. Glow-through candles exude a soft light through colored layers, while votive candles offer durability and charm in compact form. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam

Lesson 12. Essential Candle Troubleshooting Techniques

From fixable cracks to candle fragrance issues, knowing your wax and wick can elevate your candle craft. Protect and display them in their best state with wrapping, storage, and polishing techniques for durability and aesthetic appeal. 135 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 12 Assignment
  • Complete Assignment: Making a New Candle
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam

Lesson 13. Candle Commerce 101

Candle making offers a creative yet profitable business opportunity with low start-up costs, flexible hours, and a vast customer market. By focusing on niche products and understanding your target market, you can transform your hobby into a successful venture that resonates with eco-conscious or theme-driven buyers. 35 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 13 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam

Lesson 14. Candle Business Planning 101

Transform your passion for candle making into a lucrative venture by crafting a detailed business plan, mastering niche markets, and honing production processes. Understand essential pricing strategies and align your structure with legal requirements to effectively illuminate your entrepreneurial path. 135 Total Points
  • Lesson 14 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 14 Assignment
  • Complete Assignment: New Things
  • Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam

Lesson 15. Profitable Candle Selling: Marketing and Resources Unveiled

This lesson emphasizes that while candle making is an art, effective marketing and resource management are key to transforming it into a profitable business. Engaging in craft fairs, building an online presence, and nurturing word-of-mouth promotion are crucial tactics for reaching eager buyers. 105 Total Points
  • Lesson 15 Video
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Reasons for Taking this Course; Course Comments
  • Complete: Lesson 15 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
1058
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Summarize the history of candle making.
  • Identify equipment needed for candle making.
  • Summarize safety and your wax workplace.
  • Summarize wax, wicks, and additives.
  • Demonstrate step by step candle making.
  • Demonstrate handmade rolled and taper candles.
  • Recognize color and fragrance in the candle making process.
  • Identify over dipping, cutouts, and cracked candles and what to do.
  • Demonstrate creating container candles and gel wax variations.
  • Demonstrate creating floating, mottled, ice, and chunk candles.
  • Demonstrate creating multiwick, glow-through, and votive candles.
  • Summarize candle making for profit.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

Online CEU Certificate
  • Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
  • Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
  • Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
  • View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
  • Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
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Course Title: Candle Making
Course Number: 8900297
Lessons Rating: 4.62 / 5 Stars (1,623 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is offered online and is accessible in every state across the U.S., including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Learners in English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa can also enroll.
Last Updated: December 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 1.4 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Nancy Fillip
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I loved taking this course. I learned a great deal. The assignments made me try things I may not have otherwise. The notes and videos were informative and helpful. The additional resources were also helpful. I really like the format of the class site. The report card page was great to track my progress. It took me a bit to warm up to the discussion page of the platform but once I did a few posts I enjoyed sharing. I also apricated the instructor's feedback and encouragement. It can be hard to take an online class and feeling connected so I really liked that feature." -- Cara D.
  • "I'VE LEARNED A LOT ABOUT MAKING CANDLES, AND HOW TO SELL THEM. I'M NOT READLY INTERESTED IN SELLING BUT MAKING THEM FOR GIFTS AND FOR MYSELF." -- Theresa R.
  • "Thank you very great course." -- Brenda H.
  • "I love that the instructor was very quick with the grading...everything is easily explained." -- Francia P.