Civil Celebrant

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Civil celebrants conduct civil (non-religious) marriage ceremonies, funerals, commitment ceremonies, namings and other ceremonies, as well as maintain appropriate records.

Civil celebrants may perform the following tasks:

  • ensure legal paperwork is correct and submitted on time
  • work with individuals, couples, families or other groups to create a ceremony meeting their requirements
  • write and conduct ceremonies
  • solemnise or legally observe marriages
  • communicate with people dealing with significant life changes, including loss and grief.

Personal Requirements:

  • enjoy working with a variety of different people
  • good oral and written communication skills
  • confident in public speaking situations
  • flexible, tactful and empathetic
  • mature, responsible, dedicated and conscientious
  • socially and psychologically insightful
  • well organised.

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