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 Marriage: Points to Note Purpose of ceremonies - While there are similarities across cultures in terms of the drive for ceremony as a marker of life transitions, there are significant differences in the ritual and symbolism within specific ceremonies. Sensitivity to cultural nuance is an essential quality for civil celebrants because incorrect assumptions could cause offense and/or distress, and potentially detract from the intended purpose of the ceremony. Responsibilities of Civil Celebrants - The system of registered celebrants in Australia is unique and allows greater choice in marriage ceremonies than most other countries. This is a privilege many couples throughout the world don't share. - The role of civil celebrant is a serious undertaking. It's important to have a critical friend/mentor to check interpretations, ensure accuracy of legal and technical responsibilities, and expand skills. Marriage Legalities Cannot perform a marriage ceremony if the couple is already ma...
Links Marriage Celebrancy Information, Forms and Legislation Attorney-General's Department  https://www.ag.gov.au/ Births, Deaths, Marriages NSW  https://www.nsw.gov.au/births-deaths-marriages The Celebrant Institute  https://celebrant.institute
Assessment Cert IV Celebrancy 1. Feedback 16/2/21 Received feedback on Assessment Task 1 and I need to resubmit Qs 11 & 12. Seems I'm overthinking the questions. I'll need to pull back for Task 2. 17/2/21 Feedback on resubmission suggests binary mindset for marking. Regardless of accuracy, answers going beyond the marking guide seem to distract the marker.
 Podcasts Top 10 Tips for New Celebrants  Top 10 Tips Podcast Josh Withers and Sarah Aird 1. Build relationships & networks know what's going on & get help with what you need build relationships with people at the event include contacts from all parts of the celebrancy industry (florists, photographers, videographers, venues, event planners, stylers) go to Expos, industry events,  happy suppliers make happy occasions and a better outcome for the family 2. Find a buddy/mentor ask questions & get advice referrals feedback on performance confirm processes 3. Know the legislation and guidelines thoroughly Guidelines on Marriage Act are critically important Printed copy of guidelines - highlighted & tabbed Quick link on home page of web browser Refer back to the guidelines often for confirmation - check for yourself and make sure you're up to date. Don't rely on others, 4. Watch as many ceremonies as possible gather ideas and find what works in different situat...
Celebrancy Industry Contacts  Celebrants Leanne McNamara           Marriage Celebrant (per Lynn Rogers & Dr Loi) Josh Withers                        The Celebrant Institute  https://celebrant.institute/ Sarah Aird                         The Celebrant Institute    https://celebrant.institute/