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Work effectively in a celebrancy role
Work effectively in a celebrancy role
Unit of competency
National Code
CHCCEL401C
CHCCEL401C
State Code
WC815
WC815
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/07/2012
Field of Education
090999 - Law, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
17/07/2012
Nominal Hours
30
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required by celebrants to work effectively in the celebrancy context
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Work within the role of the celebrant
- 1.1 Demonstrate respect for the powerful role of symbolism and ritual in honouring and celebrating life events
- 1.2 Work with understanding of the celebrancy role:
- in developing and delivering ceremonies to address wishes and values of clients in a non-judgemental way
- historical evolution of the role
- in religious and secular contexts
- as possible career path for a range of occasions
- 1.3 Work as a resource and adviser to assist clients identify ways to express their values and ideals in relation to the ceremony to be performed
- 1.4 Prepare each ceremony individually in consultation with the client
- 1.5 Encourage clients to express themselves seriously through ceremony, and to strengthen values, ideals and relationships
- 1.6 Provide advice and information to clients to support their contribution to and participation in the ceremony/ritual
- 1.7 Advise clients of current legislative and regulatory requirements applying to particular ceremonies
- 1.8 Work with understanding of the purpose of participation in ceremony in the lives of individuals, groups and communities
2. Plan ceremony
- 2.1 Work in collaboration with client/s to determine key parameters for ceremony to address client needs and preferences
- 2.2 Plan, research and write content of ceremony and seek client feedback as a basis for confirming approach and content and/or making improvements
- 2.3 Convey to clients understanding of multicultural contributions to, and the place of art and culture in ceremony
- 2.4 Plan rehearsal/s as required and alternative or back-up arrangements
- 2.5 Seek external input as required to develop, or acquire resources to address client preferences and cultural background
- 2.6 Ensure planned ceremony is sensitive to client's social, cultural and linguistic needs, values and ideals
- 2.7 Ensure planned ceremony addresses relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
- 2.8 Put in place contingency plans including backup arrangements should the celebrant be unavoidably prevented from performing the ceremony
- 2.9 Ensure planning addresses relevant safety provisions in line with work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including hazard assessment and risk management
3. Organise ceremony
- 3.1 Conduct rehearsal/s as required in accordance with pre-arranged plans and agreements
- 3.2 Manage venue and time arrangements to meet the needs of the clients
- 3.3 Confirm roles of ceremony participants or of other service providers
- 3.4 Facilitate orderly progression of the ceremony, as agreed with client/s
- 3.5 Ensure professional presentation of ceremony as agreed with client
- 3.6 Organise and use appropriate resources to achieve an effective presentation
- 3.7 Complete associated documentation and store and/or forward appropriately
4. Perform public or private ceremony
- 4.1 Apply understanding of the role of public and private ceremony in the community
- 4.2 Use appropriate presentation style in line with needs of client and purpose of ceremony
- 4.3 Adapt presentation style to suit the size and nature of the venue, including outdoor venues
- 4.4 Ensure presentation style matches audience characteristics
- 4.5 Make effective use of resources and presentation aids where appropriate to enhance the ceremony
- 4.6 Interact effectively with participants and the audience to engage them in the ceremony as agreed with client
- 4.7 Use appropriate public speaking techniques, ensuring there is a clear beginning and closing to the ceremony
5. Undertake administration relevant to celebrancy work
- 5.1 Establish, organise, maintain and review a resource file and/or database of ceremony related information and practices
- 5.2 Identify the resources and equipment required to establish a celebrancy service/ small business
- 5.3 Maintain securely and manage client documentation relating to the ceremony and communications with the client
- 5.4 Utilise effective administrative skills to collect and store documentation
- 5.5 Apply open, honest and effective invoicing procedures as appropriate
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Key parameters for ceremony may include, but are not limited to:
Civil or religious focus
Content of ceremony, such as:
Poetry/prose
Music/songs
Visual presentations
Prayer and/or meditation
Duration and timing
Involvement of participants
Location/setting/venue
Purpose of ceremony
Rehearsal and back-up requirements to address contingencies
Type of ceremony, such as:
citizenship
commitment
corporate ceremonies
funeral
house blessing
marking special birthdays
marriage
naming
renewal of vows
retirement
Prepare each ceremony may include but is not limited to:
Develop a structure for the ceremony, including:
orchestrating positioning and movement of participants and guests
determining detail and sequence of elements of the ceremony
Select and/or create content and integrate into ceremony, including:
reading or recitation of poetry/prose
music/songs
visual presentations
prayer and/or meditation
movement/dance
Identify appropriate them and style of presentation
Research internet and other sources for ceremony content
Presentation of ceremony may include:
Accurate and professional presentation of content according to plan
Facilitation of ceremony participants and/or other service providers to perform their roles
Orderly progression of ceremony, as agreed with clients
Personal presentation to be in line with client needs and purpose of ceremony, including:
voice
clothing
persona
etiquette
public speaking
Audience characteristics may include:
Age range
Number of people in audience
Social, cultural and language background of audience members
Conflict of interest issues in a celebrancy role refer to:
'Conflict of interest' provisions applying to the appointment of marriage celebrants
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Key parameters for ceremony may include, but are not limited to:
Civil or religious focus
Content of ceremony, such as:
Poetry/prose
Music/songs
Visual presentations
Prayer and/or meditation
Duration and timing
Involvement of participants
Location/setting/venue
Purpose of ceremony
Rehearsal and back-up requirements to address contingencies
Type of ceremony, such as:
citizenship
commitment
corporate ceremonies
funeral
house blessing
marking special birthdays
marriage
naming
renewal of vows
retirement
Prepare each ceremony may include but is not limited to:
Develop a structure for the ceremony, including:
orchestrating positioning and movement of participants and guests
determining detail and sequence of elements of the ceremony
Select and/or create content and integrate into ceremony, including:
reading or recitation of poetry/prose
music/songs
visual presentations
prayer and/or meditation
movement/dance
Identify appropriate them and style of presentation
Research internet and other sources for ceremony content
Presentation of ceremony may include:
Accurate and professional presentation of content according to plan
Facilitation of ceremony participants and/or other service providers to perform their roles
Orderly progression of ceremony, as agreed with clients
Personal presentation to be in line with client needs and purpose of ceremony, including:
voice
clothing
persona
etiquette
public speaking
Audience characteristics may include:
Age range
Number of people in audience
Social, cultural and language background of audience members
Conflict of interest issues in a celebrancy role refer to:
'Conflict of interest' provisions applying to the appointment of marriage celebrants
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
For aspiring marriage celebrants, this unit is most appropriately assessed by the observation of a simulated meeting with client and simulated ceremony or through role play and the completion and submission of documents
Assessment for this unit needs to ensure that individuals can demonstrate an understanding of the role, legal status, nature and importance of different types of ceremonies and the impact of these separate factors on their role as a celebrant
For existing marriage celebrants choosing to be assessed against the competencies, this unit is most appropriately assessed prior to and during the conduct of a marriage ceremony and the completion and submission of completed documents
Assessment should enable assessment of response to a diverse range of clients in a range of situations
A diversity of assessment tasks is essential for holistic assessment
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged
Resources required for assessment of this unit may include access to:
relevant or appropriately simulated environment where assessment can take place
relevant legislation, guidelines and range of required documentation
Method of assessment:
Observation of simulation and/or role play of client interview
Observation of simulation and/or role play of ceremony
Evidence of completion of documentation if required
Evidence of the appropriate use of ceremony and symbolism
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
For aspiring marriage celebrants, this unit is most appropriately assessed by the observation of a simulated meeting with client and simulated ceremony or through role play and the completion and submission of documents
Assessment for this unit needs to ensure that individuals can demonstrate an understanding of the role, legal status, nature and importance of different types of ceremonies and the impact of these separate factors on their role as a celebrant
For existing marriage celebrants choosing to be assessed against the competencies, this unit is most appropriately assessed prior to and during the conduct of a marriage ceremony and the completion and submission of completed documents
Assessment should enable assessment of response to a diverse range of clients in a range of situations
A diversity of assessment tasks is essential for holistic assessment
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged
Resources required for assessment of this unit may include access to:
relevant or appropriately simulated environment where assessment can take place
relevant legislation, guidelines and range of required documentation
Method of assessment:
Observation of simulation and/or role play of client interview
Observation of simulation and/or role play of ceremony
Evidence of completion of documentation if required
Evidence of the appropriate use of ceremony and symbolism
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8548 | CHCCEL401B | Work effectively in a celebrancy role | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWB49 | CHCCEL001 | Develop sustainable celebrancy practice | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D303 | CHC42608 | Certificate IV in Celebrancy | Qualification |