Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Celebrancy
Certificate IV in Celebrancy
CHC42608
D303
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers the broad based skills and knowledge that underpin a range of celebrancy roles, as well as addressing specific legislative responsibilities of marriage celebrants and providing a range of electives representing different aspects of celebrancy work.
Celebrants may specialise in a range of areas of celebrancy as well as developing skills to manage their own business operations.
Occupational title includes:
Celebrant
Funeral celebrant
Civil celebrant
Loss and grief celebrant
Community celebrant
Marriage celebrant
Family celebrant
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Thirteen (13) units are required for award of this qualification including:- five (5) core units
- eight (8) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which must all be selected for work in marriage celebrancy
- Group B electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to three (3) units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All Five (5) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2265 | CHCCEL406A | Identify and address client needs in a celebrancy role | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D2313 | CHCCOM403A | Use targeted communication skills to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WC815 | CHCCEL401C | Work effectively in a celebrancy role | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC843 | CHCCS400C | Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WC795 | CHCADMIN305F | Work within the administration protocols of the organisation | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Marriage Celebrancy
The following four (4) units are required to apply for registration as a marriage celebrant with the Australian Attorney-General's Department.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2264 | CHCCEL405A | Conduct and review a marriage ceremony in line with legal requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2262 | CHCCEL403A | Develop an effective relationship with a marrying couple | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2261 | CHCCEL402A | Establish and maintain knowledge of legal responsibilities of a marriage celebrant | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D2263 | CHCCEL404A | Plan a marriage ceremony in line with legal requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that one (1) or both units to be chosen.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Other Elective Units
Up to eight (8) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S318 | CHC41502 | Certificate IV in Marriage Celebrancy | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYY1 | CHC41015 | Certificate IV in Celebrancy | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
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