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CHCCEL506  Celebrancy services related to loss and grief draft v1

Community Services Training Package D 0.1

Purpose of Diploma: The Diploma qualifies individuals who apply integrated technical and theoretical concepts in a broad range of contexts to undertake advanced skilled or paraprofessional work and as a pathway for further learning.

Initial Draft CHC42608 ** in Celebrancy.

This is NOT the FIRST Draft for Public Consultation:

An overview of that FIRST Draft can be found here:

Rather this is the initial document produced by the removing all the duplication from the current Certificate IV in Celebrants as part of the steamlining requirements of this Review.

Please note this initial draft, if left unchanged, would have removed 4 of the existing 7 Celebrancy Specific Units!

The Industry Reference Group worked to ensure that the knowledge and skills identified by the detailed job description would taught and assessed by the Celebrancy Course. This resulted in the First Draft having the 4 celebrancy specific units, reworked with more detailed and specific emphasis to ensure the First draft for consultation would ensure that the trainee would be able to perform as a competent professional celebrant.

Note: Previously the Skills Council had not worked from a job description which is why this qualification has been revised in a major way. Marriage Celebrants are the final decision makers under law to decide to proceed with marrying a couple. Thus they are not a para-professional working for a 'licensed professional' but a professional in their own right.

CHC42608         ** in Celebrancy

Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the role of a celebrant. Celebrants may specialise in a range of  areas as well as developing skills to manage their own business operations.

Job titles may include:

• Celebrant
• Civil celebrant
• Community celebrant
• Family celebrant
• Funeral celebrant
• Loss and grief celebrant
• Marriage celebrant
• Master of Ceremonies
• Officiant

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations

This qualification addresses  the specific legislative responsibilities of marriage celebrants and is linked to national registration requirements

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 13

• ·      8 core units
• ·      5 elective units, consisting of:
• ◦      up to X units from other Training Packages or accredited courses where the details

of those courses are publicly available

Core units

• CHCCEL401C Create, organise and conduct ceremonies
• CHCCEL406A Identify and address client needs in a celebrancy role
• CUVPRP502A Prepare for sustainable professional practice
• CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
• CUAPRF307A Develop performance techniques
• CUFWRT301A Write content for a range of media or CUAPRF301A Create and tell stories
• CHCCS301A – Work within a legal and ethical framework
• BSBDIV301A Work effectively with diversity

Elective units

Group A electives – required for marriage celebrancy work

The following unit is required for marriage celebrancy work.
This unit is required to apply for registration as a marriage celebrant with the Australian Attorney-General’s Department.

·     CHCCEL404A Address the legal requirements of marriage ceremonies

Other relevant electives

Electives are to be selected in line with specified
Packaging Rules. The following grouping of relevant of electives is provided to facilitate selection.

Funeral celebrancy

·     CHCCS426B Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

·     SIFIND001B Work effectively in the funeral services industry

Business services

·    BSBSMB405B Monitor and manage a small business operations

·     BSBCMM401A Make a presentation

·     BSBFIA402A Report on financial activity

·     BSBITS401B Maintain business technology

·     BSBMKG413A Promote products and services

·     BSBREL401A Establish networks

·     BSBREL402A Build client relationships and business networks

·     BSBSMB301A Investigate micro business opportunities

·     BSBSMB303A Organise finances for the micro business

·     BSBSMB304A Determine resource requirements for the micro business

·     BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business

·    BSBSMB306A Plan a home based business

·     BSBSMB307A Set up information and communications technology for the micro business

·     BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business

·     BSBSMB403A Market the small business

·     BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances

·     BSBWOR404 Develop work priorities

·     SITXICT001A Build and launch a website for a small business Community services

·   CHCCOM504BDevelop, implement and promote effective workplace communication

·   CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework

·  CHCCS411C Work effectively in the community sector

·  CHCCS426B Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

·  CHCDIS302A Maintain an environment to empower people with disabilities

·  CHCGROUP403D       Plan and conduct group activities

·  CHCGROUP410B        Deliver a structured program

·  CHCLD315A Recognise stages of lifespan development

·  CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language, literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively

·  CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues

·  CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice

·  CHCPAS401B Undertake pastoral care work

·  CHCYTH301E Work effectively with young people

·  HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes

Writing and performance

·    CUFWRT301A Write  content for a range of media

SIFFNL009A Plan and conduct a funeral ceremony

Required skills

• communication skills, including clear and direct communication and active listening and questioning techniques, to develop knowledge of the deceased and make effective public presentations during funeral ceremonies
• planning skills to develop structured funeral ceremony presentations according to required timeframe
• organisational skills to identify and organise required resources
• literacy and numeracy skills to develop and review written funeral speeches and meet agreed timeframes for performance of ceremony
• interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities
• customer service skills, including ability to maintain confidentiality of client information.

SIFIND001B Work effectively in the funeral services industry

Required skills

• ability to comply with workplace policies and procedures and industry protocols
• self-management, planning and organisational skills to manage work activities
• problem-solving skills in teams and individually to deal with contingencies
• communication skills, including clear and direct communication, active listening and questioning techniques and using and interpreting non-verbal communication to effectively liaise with others
• literacy and numeracy skills to source, follow, interpret and complete workplace documentation.

CHCCS426A Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

• Recognise expressions of loss, grief, trauma and bereavement
• Respond appropriately to a range of approaches and responses to loss, grief and trauma
• Engage with individuals experiencing loss, grief trauma and bereavement with empathy, sensitivity, professionalism and courtesy
• Refer individuals who show some signs of mental illness to appropriate services

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

• Apply verbal and non-verbal approaches to dealing with and responding to grieving individuals
• Use effective communication skills, including:
  • empathic listening skills
  • use appropriate communication techniques to respond to individual needs
  • provide information clearly and sensitively
  • obtain feedback to confirm understanding
• Maintain documentation as required, including effective use of relevant information technology in line with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines

SIFIND002A Deal with grief and trauma

Required skills

• communication skills, including listening and understanding, using language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences, and using and interpreting non-verbal communication to identify and apply appropriate responses to colleagues or clients who may be experiencing grief
• interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities
• ability to maintain confidentiality of client and colleague information
• literacy skills to identify and access workplace information resources
• teamwork skills to participate in debriefing and peer support.

SIFFNL003A Arrange funerals

Required skills

• communication skills, including clear and direct communication and active listening and questioning techniques, using language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences and using and interpreting non-verbal communication to identify and confirm client requirements
• organisational and self-management skills to complete required tasks according to client requirements, workplace policies and procedures, and required timeframes
• problem-solving skills to deal with contingencies when scheduling burials or cremations
• teamwork skills to consult with colleagues to identify and organise required resources
• literacy and numeracy skills to accurately complete and review relevant documentation
• interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities
• customer service skills, including ability to maintain confidentiality of client information

SIFFNL009A Plan and conduct a funeral ceremony

Required knowledge

• burial and inurnment procedures
• social, religious and cultural differences and traditions
• professional funeral services industry parameters and protocols in dealing with the bereaved and the deceased
• workplace policies and procedures regarding performing funeral celebrancy.

SIFIND001B Work effectively in the funeral services industry

Required knowledge

• workplace policies and procedures
• workplace organisational structure
• stakeholders and structure of the funeral services industry
• broad understanding of relevant federal, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations applying to the funeral services industry
• environmental impacts applying to the funeral services industry and minimal impact practices to reduce these especially those that relate to resource, water and energy use.
• industry awards and agreements.

CHCCS426A Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include knowledge of:

• Potential impact of specific loss(es) and common features of grief and bereavement at the individual, family and community level
• Potential impact of specific loss(es) and common features of trauma at the individual, family and community level
• Potential impact of specific loss(es) and common features of complex grief at the individual, family and community level
• Reactions to loss and associated expressions of grief and bereavement
• Awareness of how loss, grief and bereavement can impact on social and emotional health and well being
• Integration of loss
• Distinctive social, cultural, ethnic and spiritual differences in loss, grief and bereavement
• Awareness of the context and circumstances prior to loss and their impact on grief and bereavement
• Awareness of the broad spectrum of loss
• Strategies for formal and informal grief and bereavement support
• Available grief and bereavement care services and information resources
• Understanding of a 'stress vulnerability model'

SIFIND002A Deal with grief and trauma
Required knowledge

• physical and emotional manifestations of grief and trauma
• strategies for dealing with grief and trauma
• social, religious and cultural differences and traditions in relation to the expression of grief and trauma
• workplace policies and procedures, in regard to:
  • identifying colleagues having difficulty in coping with grief
  • maintaining confidentiality of colleagues
  • debriefing and peer support systems
• professional funeral services industry parameters and protocols for dealing with grief and trauma.

SIFFNL003A Arrange funerals
Required knowledge

• burial procedures
• social, religious and cultural differences and traditions
• professional funeral services industry parameters in dealing with the deceased and the bereaved
• broad working knowledge of relevant federal, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations relating to consumer protection, and funeral arrangements and associated documentation
• workplace policies and procedures regarding arranging funerals.

CHCCEL402A Establish and maintain knowledge of legal responsibilities of a marriage celebrant

(Note: pre-requisite: CHCCEL401CB)

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

 Comply with all obligations and responsibilities under the Marriage Act

 Adhere to all required legislation

 Provide information about the availability of relationship education services

 Explain the key features of the Marriage Act 1961

 Accurately complete essential legal documents

 Locate the relevant information for other state/territory legislation as required (such as local government parks and gardens, State and Territory registering authorities)

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

 Refer persons to appropriate authority for further information

 Provide ceremony resources that are varied, presentable and well maintained

 Demonstrate language and literacy competence, including:

 literacy competence to satisfactorily fulfil the role of a marriage celebrant including the ability to interpret legal requirements and Commonwealth policies and procedures

 language competence to convey legal requirements to marrying couples

CHCCEL403A Develop an effective relationship with a marrying couple

Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

 Comply with all obligations and responsibilities under the Marriage Act

 Adhere to all required legislation

 Provide information about the availability of relationship education services

 Convey a non-judgemental attitude towards marrying couple

 Determine and understand marrying couple's needs and assist them to feel at ease

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

 Establish networks with relevant marriage/relationship education service provider/s

 Deliver the agreed format and content of the ceremony

 Facilitate ceremonies in a manner that demonstrates cultural and social respect

 Manage ceremonies consistent with the celebrant's responsibility towards the significance of marriage

 Demonstrate effective communication skills, including:

 speaking in a firm, diplomatic and culturally appropriate manner

 providing clear information, listen to and understand the needs of marrying couple, and clarify ceremony instructions

 effective and empathetic listening skills while avoiding acting as a counsellor or educator

 maintaining awareness of and sensitivity to needs of marrying couple (e.g. demonstrate sensitivity to issues of race, religious beliefs, cultural background, language levels, personal capabilities of marrying couple)

 discussing appropriate check/to do lists with couple

 summarising and clarifying issues covered during consultation interviews prior to conduct of ceremony

 effective negotiation skills

 effective conflict resolution skills

 confirming procedures with translator as necessary

 Apply effective management skills

 Explain the key features of the Marriage Act 1961

 Accurately complete essential legal documents

 Access information about and an understanding of GST and its application

 Locate the relevant information for other state/territory legislation as required (such as local government parks and gardens, State and Territory registering authorities)

 Refer persons to appropriate authority for further information

 Provide ceremony resources that are varied, presentable and well maintained

 Work with others and display empathy

Ability to:

 Demonstrate language and literacy competence, including:

 literacy competence to satisfactorily fulfil the role of a marriage celebrant including the ability to interpret legal requirements and commonwealth policies and procedures

 use appropriate ritual and symbols in ceremony

 language competence to convey legal requirements to marrying couples, to provide clear information, listen to and understand the needs of marrying couples and clarify ceremony instructions

 Apply problem solving skills including the ability to work with a group and calmly manage disruptions

 Demonstrate effective presentation skills, including:

 presenting materials for ceremony professionally; and controlled assembly of wedding party and guests with discretion

 effective projection of voice and ability to work in public before an audience

 demonstrating discretion in terms of any perceived or actual disruption during ceremony

 conducting ceremony with flow and continuity

 introducing couple in the manner previously agreed

 presentation of a complete and professional folder of ceremony to couple

 demonstrating respect and courtesy to wedding party, guests and other participants (i.e. photographer, musicians, translator) before, during and following the ceremony

 consultation and presentation skills including an ability to convey an attitude of professionalism and compassion

 using effective problem solving skills to clarify any legal or other business issues arising

 departing tactfully and at the appropriate time

Demonstrate management and administrative skills, including:

 effectively using techniques for monitoring own service area including client satisfaction

 applying numeracy skills including satisfactory record-keeping

 being honest and open in terms of fees and what monies are refundable and in what circumstances

 using effective time management skills to ensure arrival at venue at agreed time

 checking any equipment or resources as necessary

 following up on any outstanding issues

 contributing to revision of procedures and guidelines as appropriate

CHCCEL404A Plan a marriage ceremony in line with legal requirements

Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

 Comply with all obligations and responsibilities under the Marriage Act

 Adhere to all required legislation

 Provide information about the availability of relationship education services

 Convey a non-judgemental attitude towards marrying couples

 Plan marriage ceremonies consistent with the celebrant's responsibility towards the significance of marriage

 Determine and understand marrying couples' needs and assist them to feel at ease

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

 Demonstrate effective communication skills, including:

 speaking in a firm, diplomatic and culturally appropriate manner

 providing clear information, listening to and understanding the needs of marrying couples, and clarifying ceremony instructions

 applying effective and empathic listening skills while avoiding acting as a counsellor or educator

 maintaining awareness of and sensitivity to marrying couples' needs (e.g. sensitivity to issues of race, religious beliefs, cultural background, language levels, personal capabilities of marrying couples)

 discussing appropriate check/to do lists with couple

 summarising and clarifying issues covered during consultation interviews prior to conduct of ceremony

 using effective negotiation skills

 using effective conflict resolution skills

 confirming procedures with translator as necessary

 Explain the key features of the Marriage Act 1961

 Accurately complete essential legal documents

 Locate the relevant information for other state/territory legislation as required (such as local government parks and gardens, state and territory registering authorities)

 Refer persons to appropriate authority for further information

 Provide ceremony resources that are varied, presentable and well maintained

 Work with others and display empathy

 Demonstrate language and literacy competence, including:

 literacy competence to satisfactorily fulfil the role of a marriage celebrant including the ability to interpret legal requirements and Commonwealth policies and procedures

 use of appropriate ritual and symbols in ceremony

 language competence to provide clear information, listen to and understand the needs of marrying couples and clarify ceremony instructions

CHCCEL405A Conduct and review a marriage ceremony in line with legal requirements

Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

 Comply with all obligations and responsibilities under the Marriage Act

 Adhere to all required legislation

 Deliver the agreed format and content of the ceremony

 Facilitate ceremonies in a manner that demonstrates cultural and social respect

 Convey a non-judgemental attitude towards marrying couples

 Manage ceremonies consistent with the celebrant's responsibility towards the significance of marriage

 Determine and understand needs of marrying couples and assist them to feel at ease

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

 Provide information about the availability of relationship education services

 Establish networks with relevant marriage/relationship education service provider/s

 Demonstrate effective communication skills, including:

 speaking in a firm, diplomatic and culturally appropriate manner

 providing clear information, listen to and understand the needs of marrying couples, and clarify ceremony instructions

 effective and empathetic listening skills while avoiding acting as a counsellor or educator

 maintaining awareness of and sensitivity to needs of marrying couples (e.g. demonstrate sensitivity to issues of race, religious beliefs, cultural background, language levels, personal capabilities of clients)

 discussing appropriate check/to do lists with couple

 summarising and clarify issues covered during consultation interviews prior to

conduct of ceremony

 effective negotiation skills

 effective conflict resolution skills

 confirming procedures with translator as necessary Apply effective management skills Explain the key features of the Marriage Act Accurately complete essential legal documents Access information about and an understanding of GST and its application

 Locate the relevant information for other state/territory legislation as required (such as local government parks and gardens, state and territory registering authorities)

 Refer persons to appropriate authority for further information

 Provide ceremony resources that are varied, presentable and well maintained

 Work with others and display empathy

Ability to:

 Demonstrate language and literacy competence, including:

 literacy competence to satisfactorily fulfil the role of a marriage celebrant including the ability to interpret legal requirements and Commonwealth policies and procedures

 using appropriate ritual and symbols in ceremony

 language competence to provide clear information, listen to and understand the needs of marrying couples and clarify ceremony instructions

 Apply problem solving skills including the ability to work with a group and calmly manage disruptions

Demonstrate effective presentation skills, including:

 presenting materials for ceremony professionally; and controlled assembly of wedding party and guests with discretion

 effective projection of voice and ability to work in public before an audience

 discretion in terms of any perceived or actual disruption during ceremony

 conducting ceremony with flow and continuity

 introducing couple in the manner previously agreed

 presentation of a complete and professional folder of ceremony to couple

 demonstrating respect and courtesy to wedding party, guests and other participants (i.e. photographer, musicians, translator) before, during and following the ceremony

 consultation and presentation skills including an ability to convey an attitude of professionalism and compassion

 using effective problem solving skills to clarify any legal or other business issues arising

 departing tactfully and at the appropriate time

Demonstrate management and administrative skills, including:

 effectively using techniques for monitoring own service area including client satisfaction

 applying numeracy skills including satisfactory record-keeping

 being honest and open in terms of fees and what monies are refundable and in what circumstances [note: this needs to be conveyed at the first interview with the couple]

 using effective time management skills to ensure arrival at venue at agreed time

 checking any equipment or resources as necessary

 following up on any outstanding issues

 contributing to revision of procedures and guidelines as appropriate

CHCCEL402A Establish and maintain knowledge of legal responsibilities of a marriage celebrant

(Note: pre-requisite: CHCCEL401CB)

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include knowledge of:

 Marriage Act:

 knowledge of the obligations and responsibilities of a marriage celebrant according to the Marriage Act and Marriage Regulations and Code of Practice

 knowledge of all documentation which must be sighted before a marriage can take place

 knowledge of offences under the Marriage Act

 Other Legislation

 general knowledge of aspects of Commonwealth Migration, Privacy, Trade Practices, Commonwealth Statutory Declarations and Copyright Acts relevant to performing the role of a marriage celebrant

 awareness of Commonwealth discrimination laws as well as those in each state and territory

 knowledge of the processes and procedures of State/territory Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages

 Statutory Declarations Act 1959 (Cwlth):

 detailed knowledge of responsibilities in accepting a Commonwealth Statutory Declaration

 Migration Act 1958:

 broad understanding of immigration laws and the issues that may arise for parties who do not have permanent residency status and wish to marry

 awareness that marriage does not automatically give permanent residency

 Copyright Act 1968 especially applicability of the use of material in ceremonies

 Privacy Act 1988

 understanding that celebrants have an obligation to protect privacy and maintain confidentiality

 Trade Practices Act 1974

 understanding of obligations relevant to operating as a marriage celebrant within the Trade Practices Act; and

 knowledge of where to locate relevant information

 Marriage/relationship education services – knowledge of pre-marriage and other relationship education services

 Knowledge of sources of legal and practical information

CHCCEL403A Develop an effective relationship with a marrying couple

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include:

 Knowledge of sources of legal and practical information;

 Understanding and awareness of cultural rights, multicultural contributions, and the place of the arts in culture and ceremony

 Knowledge of the importance of ceremony and ritual in community and family life

 Understanding of client liaison techniques

 Understanding of and a commitment to ongoing professional development

 Elements of conducting an effective ceremony including use of additional materials

 Basic knowledge of stages of human development and recognise potential impacts on the marrying couple's expectations of the celebrant and each other

The candidate must also be able to apply knowledge outlined in CHCCEL402A Establish and maintain knowledge of legal responsibilities of a marriage celebrant, including:

 Marriage Act:

 knowledge of the obligations and responsibilities of a marriage celebrant according to the Marriage Act and Marriage Regulations and Code of Practice

 knowledge of all documentation which must be sighted before a marriage can take place

 knowledge of offences under the Marriage Act

 Other Legislation

 general knowledge of aspects of Commonwealth Migration, Privacy, Trade Practices, Commonwealth Statutory Declarations and Copyright Acts relevant to performing the role of a marriage celebrant

 awareness of Commonwealth discrimination laws as well as those in each state and territory

 knowledge of the processes and procedures of State/territory Registrars of Births,Deaths and Marriages

 Statutory Declarations Act 1959 (Cwlth):

 detailed knowledge of responsibilities in accepting a Commonwealth Statutory Declaration

 Migration Act 1958:

 broad understanding of immigration laws and the issues that may arise for parties who do not have permanent residency status and wish to marry

 awareness that marriage does not automatically give permanent residency

 Copyright Act 1968 especially applicability of the use of material in ceremonies

 Privacy Act 1988

 understanding that celebrants have an obligation to protect privacy and maintain confidentiality

 Trade Practices Act 1974

 understanding of obligations relevant to operating as a marriage celebrant within the Trade Practices Act; and

 knowledge of where to locate relevant information Marriage/relationship education services – knowledge of pre-marriage and other relationship education services

CHCCEL404A Plan a marriage ceremony in line with legal requirements

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include:

 Knowledge of sources of legal and practical information

 Understanding and awareness of cultural rights, multicultural contributions, and the place of the arts in culture and ceremony

 Knowledge of the importance of ceremony and ritual in community and family life

 Understanding of client liaison techniques

 Understanding of and a commitment to ongoing professional development

 Elements of conducting an effective ceremony including use of additional materials

The candidate must also be able to apply knowledge outlined in CHCCEL402A Establish and maintain knowledge of legal responsibilities of a marriage celebrant, including:

 Marriage Act:

 knowledge of the obligations and responsibilities of a marriage celebrant according to the Marriage Act and Marriage Regulations and Code of Practice

 knowledge of all documentation which must be sighted before a marriage can take place

 knowledge of offences under the Marriage Act

 Other Legislation

 general knowledge of aspects of Commonwealth Migration, Privacy, Trade Practices, Commonwealth Statutory Declarations and Copyright Acts relevant to performing the role of a marriage celebrant

 awareness of Commonwealth discrimination laws as well as those in each state and territory

 knowledge of the processes and procedures of State/territory Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages

 Statutory Declarations Act 1959 (Cwlth):

 detailed knowledge of responsibilities in accepting a Commonwealth Statutory Declaration

 Migration Act 1958:

 broad understanding of immigration laws and the issues that may arise for parties who do not have permanent residency status and wish to marry

 awareness that marriage does not automatically give permanent residency

 Copyright Act 1968 especially applicability of the use of material in ceremonies

 Privacy Act 1988

 understanding that celebrants have an obligation to protect privacy and maintain confidentiality

 Trade Practices Act 1974

 understanding of obligations relevant to operating as a marriage celebrant within the Trade Practices Act

 knowledge of where to locate relevant information Marriage/relationship education services – knowledge of pre-marriage and other relationship education services

CHCCEL405A Conduct and review a marriage ceremony in line with legal requirements

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include:

 Knowledge of sources of legal and practical information;

 Understanding and awareness of cultural rights, multicultural contributions, and the place of the arts in culture and ceremony

 Knowledge of the importance of ceremony and ritual in community and family life

 Understanding of client liaison techniques

 Understanding of and a commitment to ongoing professional development

 Elements of conducting an effective ceremony including use of additional materials

The candidate must also be able to apply knowledge outlined in CHCCEL402A Establish and maintain knowledge of legal responsibilities of a marriage celebrant, including:

 Marriage Act:

 knowledge of the obligations and responsibilities of a marriage celebrant according to the Marriage Act and Marriage Regulations and Code of Practice

 knowledge of all documentation which must be sighted before a marriage can take place

 knowledge of offences under the Marriage Act

 Other legislation

 general knowledge of aspects of Commonwealth Migration, Privacy, Trade Practices, Commonwealth Statutory Declarations and Copyright Acts relevant to performing the role of a marriage celebrant

 awareness of Commonwealth discrimination laws as well as those in each state and territory

 knowledge of the processes and procedures of State/territory Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages

 Statutory Declarations Act 1959 (Cwlth):

 detailed knowledge of responsibilities in accepting a Commonwealth Statutory Declaration

 Migration Act 1958:

 broad understanding of immigration laws and the issues that may arise for parties who do not have permanent residency status and wish to marry

 awareness that marriage does not automatically give permanent residency

 Copyright Act 1968 especially applicability of the use of material in ceremonies

 Privacy Act 1988

 understanding that celebrants have an obligation to protect privacy and maintain confidentiality

 Trade Practices Act 1974

 understanding of obligations relevant to operating as a marriage celebrant within the Trade Practices Act; and

 knowledge of where to locate relevant information

 Marriage/Relationship Education Services – knowledge of pre-marriage and other relationship education services

References:

CURRENT OVERVIEW OF THE CERTIFICATE IV IN CELEBRANCY

Download file -> CHC42608_R2

Marriage (Celebrancy qualifications or skills) Determination 2009

RTO Skills Determination

CHCCEL401C Work effectively in a celebrancy role

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

• Conduct an effective ceremony including use of additional materials
• Facilitate ceremonies in a manner that demonstrates cultural and social respect
• Incorporate visual and performing arts in ceremony and ritual appropriately in a manner that addresses client needs
• Manage ceremonies consistent with the celebrant's responsibility towards the value of ceremony, ritual and symbolism
• Personalise a ceremony or ritual to address specific identified client needs
• Research internet and other sources for ceremony and celebrant related information and resources and support

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

• Adhere to all required legislation
• Deliver the agreed format and content of the ceremony
•  Determine and understand client needs and assist clients to feel at ease
• Determine content for ceremony, distinguishing between appropriate religious and civil ceremony content in line with client requirements
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, including:
  • speaking in public
  • speaking in a firm, diplomatic and culturally appropriate manner
  • provide clear information, listen to and understand the needs of clients, and clarify ceremony instructions
  • maintain awareness of and sensitivity to clients needs (e.g. demonstrate sensitivity to issues of ethnic, religious beliefs, cultural background, language levels, personal capabilities of clients)
  • confirm procedures with translator as necessary

Ability to:

• Complete essential legal documents accurately
• Consider and provide appropriate acknowledgement of 'First Australians' and/ or 'Welcome to Country' and any other persons or groups relevant to the place and provision of the ceremony

Demonstrate language and literacy competence, including:

• literacy competence to satisfactorily fulfil the role of a celebrant including the ability to interpret legal requirements
• using appropriate ritual and symbols in ceremony
• language competence to provide clear information, listen to and understand the needs of clients and clarify ceremony instructions
• succinct and clear written expression, in a style that addresses its purpose and suits audience needs

Demonstrate effective presentation skills, including:

• presenting materials for ceremony professionally
• controlling assembly of clients and guests with discretion
• projecting voice effectively before an audience
• demonstrating discretion in terms of any perceived or actual disruption during ceremony
• conducting ceremony with flow and continuity
• demonstrating respect and courtesy to clients, guests and other participants (i.e. photographer, musicians, translator) before, during and following the ceremony
• conveying an attitude of professionalism and compassion
• using effective problem solving skills to clarify any legal or other business issues arising

Demonstrate management and administrative skills, including:

• using effective techniques for monitoring own service area including client satisfaction
• applying numeracy skills including satisfactory record-keeping
• providing honest and open information re fees and monies refundable and in what circumstances
• ensuring arrival at venue at agreed time
• Provide ceremony resources that are varied, presentable and well maintained
• Refer persons to appropriate authority for further information
• Research, develop and maintain a data base of appropriate poetry, prose, symbols, music, ceremony accessories, and other ceremony content for a range of ceremonies and clients
• Recognise and act upon opportunities to enhance sustainability
• Use celebrant support services such as Attorney-General's Department, state and territory registries of births, deaths and marriages, celebrant associations or religious affiliations as appropriate
• Use verbal and non-verbal skills to initiate and sustain participant engagement
• Work with culturally diverse people in a 'celebrancy' context and demonstrate understanding of the role of various kinds of ceremony such as marriage or funeral ceremonies, in different cultural contexts

CHCCEL406A Identify and address client needs in a celebrancy role

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

• Determine and understand client needs and expectations and assist clients to feel at ease
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, including:
  • maintaining awareness of and sensitivity to clients needs (e.g. sensitivity to issues of ethnic, religious beliefs, cultural background, language levels, personal capabilities of clients)
  • confirming procedures with translator as necessary Identify client needs and expectations and match available services to address those needs, in conjunction with the client
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy to clients

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to:

• Personalise a ceremony or ritual to address specific identified client needs and expectations
• Demonstrate language and literacy competence, including:
  • Literacy competence to satisfactorily fulfil the role of a celebrant including the ability to interpret legal requirements
  • language competence to provide clear information, listen to and understand the needs of clients and clarify ceremony instructions
• Convey an attitude of professionalism and compassion
• Use effective problem solving skills to clarify any legal or other business issues arising