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Certificate IV in Celebrancy (VIC Only) CHC41015

Study Method
Online, Virtual
Institution
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
May, Nov
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  • This course is delivered online through virtual e-classroom, however occasional travel to Geelong, Victoria is required for workshop sessions

Course overview

This nationally recognised course allows you to join this thriving and growing industry, to become a marriage, funeral and life celebrant. Learn the honourable skills to orchestrate special and meaningful occasions, from how to interview clients, establish and agree on the ceremony format, understand the national legislative requirements, as well as presenting the ceremonies. Enhance your love of serving others, having compassion and celebrating life’s important moments with this unique course, available as a part-time, weekend and evening learning sessions.

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Job outcomes

  • Funeral celebrant
  • Marriage celebrant
  • Family and community celebrant
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What you'll learn

The course addresses specific legislative responsibilities of marriage celebrants and provides a range of electives representing different aspects of celebrancy work. Throughout the course, you learn the practicalities involved in the role, how to prepare and deliver ceremonies, and the opportunity to experience all facets that show the difference between a good celebrant and a great one.

To qualify to become a Commonwealth-Registered Marriage Celebrant, it is now a requirement to complete a full Certificate IV in Celebrancy. This course also covers administrative requirements, legal responsibility and how to set up your business communication plan.

Recognition

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location

Entry requirements

  • Applicants must be aged 18 or over
  • Applicants are expected to have language, literacy, numeracy and communication skills to at least Year 10 level.
  • Basic computer skills
  • Applicants seeking to be registered as a marriage celebrant must meet the Attorney General’s criteria for a Fit and Proper Person. Visit ag.gov.au for specific information.
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Recognition of prior learning

Each qualification is made up of units of study. To gain RPL, you will need to demonstrate that you have the required skills and knowledge to meet the competencies of the unit.

Assessment

Assessment for this course is based on:

  • Written assignments
  • Observation

Subjects

Core Subjects
CHCCEL001
Develop sustainable celebrancy practice
CHCCEL002
Establish client celebrancy needs
CHCCEL004
Prepare for present and evaluate ceremonies CHCCEL004
CHCCEL003
Research design and organise ceremonies
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Payment options

All levels of tuition available for this course are listed below. Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding.

Concession Tuition $509
Standard Tuition $2,546
Full Fee Tuition $4,172

Levies and Fees
Materials $150
Education Levy $114

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About The Gordon Institute of TAFE

The Gordon Institute of TAFE is one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria and has been helping people gain real skills for real jobs for over 125 years. We pride ourselves on delivering a great range of TAFE courses from short courses to nationally accredited training across apprenticeships, traineeships, certificates, diplomas, and advanced diplomas, which can lead you to a great career or create pathways to university.

Our training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. | Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne.