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Advice for New Celebrants: Finding Your Path in Modern Celebrancy

Starting your journey as a celebrant is exciting, challenging, and totally unique – just like the ceremonies you'll create! We've...
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Pinterest for Celebrants – What’s the hype?

At the Academy of Modern Celebrancy, we're head over heels in love with Pinterest - and for good reason! It's...
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Discovering Your Ideal Clients: A Guide for Modern Celebrants

In a recent masterclass, award-winning celebrant and AMC celebrant mentor Miranda Ash shared valuable insights on how identifying your ideal...
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Refreshing Your Celebrant Website: Make Your Digital Presence Shine

As a celebrant, your website is often the first point of contact between you and potential clients. Our insider research...
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Meet the Mentor: Sonal Dave – A Trailblazing Voice in Modern Celebrancy

"Dare to dream, dare to be different. The world is your stage."  These powerful words serve as Sonal's guiding philosophy,...
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How it’s going: Martin Fox Roberts – The UK’s First Drag Queen Celebrant

Part of our "How It Started/How It's Going" series exploring the journeys of Academy of Modern Celebrancy graduates When we...
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How It Started: Looking Back at Martin Fox Roberts’ Journey into Celebrancy

Welcome to our "How It Started, How It's Going" series, where we revisit conversations with Academy of Modern Celebrancy graduates...
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If celebrants can’t legally marry people, why be a celebrant?

Love stories deserve to be told in their fullest, most authentic form. Yet we often hear the question: "If celebrants...
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Community Over Competition: How Collaboration is Shaping Modern Celebrancy

Community over Competition is a guiding principle for every member of the team at The Academy of Modern Celebrancy -...
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How 5 Celebrants built websites with personality

Celebrant websites packed with personality We spoke to the Celebrant Website team at The Celebrant Studio to break down how...
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Word-of-Mouth Marketing for Celebrants: Building Lasting Connections

Word-of-mouth referrals are a cornerstone of success for celebrants, offering an authentic way to build trust and grow your business....
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Julie Chudleigh’s Journey from Education to Celebrant: Mentor Spotlight

At the Academy of Modern Celebrancy, we take immense pride in our mentors who guide and inspire the next generation...
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Content Ideas for Celebrants: Engage, Inspire, and Educate Your Audience

As celebrants, your social media presence is a powerful tool to connect with potential clients, showcase your expertise, and build...
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How the New Assisted Dying Laws Will Impact Funeral Celebrants:

The Assisted Dying Bill passed its first reading in November 2024, with implementation expected by 2027. This gives celebrants time...
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Celebrant’s Outdoor Ceremony Survival Kit

As celebrants, we embrace the magic of outdoor ceremonies in all their glory - from sun-kissed summer celebrations to frost-dusted...
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Susan McGregor’s Joy-Filled Journey to a Fulfilling New Career

At the Academy of Modern Celebrancy, nothing brings us more joy than witnessing the incredible transformations our students undergo as...
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Launching Your Dream Celebrant Business: Introducing Our Complete Business in a Box Package

Exciting news, AMC family! We're thrilled to announce our latest collaboration with The Celebrant Studio to bring you something truly...
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7 Services Every Funeral Celebrant Should Offer

The Funeral Industry is changing; being a Funeral Celebrant isn't just about burials and cremations anymore; new trends are increasingly...
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How to build your confidence as a Celebrant

You have completed your fantastic training, you are ready to build your business, and you are well on your way...
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Mastering Client Enquiries: Your Guide to Converting Celebrant Leads

As a Celebrant, managing the customer journey from initial enquiry in your inbox to securing a booking is a process...
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UK Wedding Law Reform: Update for Independent Celebrants

UK Wedding Law Reform: What It Means for Independent Celebrants and the Future of Legal Weddings UK wedding law is...
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Miranda Ash, Meet the Mentor

Introducing Miranda Ash, one of our incredible Celebrant Mentors. Miranda is an award-winning celebrant with 12 years of experience in...
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Celebrant Book Club: 20 Funeral Celebrant Book Recommendations

Funeral celebrants weave words into comfort, memories into legacies, and lives into lasting tributes in the sacred space of farewells....
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What Is The Role Of A Funeral Celebrant?

If you're considering a career in funeral celebrancy, you might wonder what the role of a Funeral Celebrant entails. At...
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From Dog Grooming to Dream Ceremonies: Julie Goodall’s Celebrant Journey

Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Julie Goodall certainly didn't get that memo. After 12 years...
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Celebrant Book Club: 20 Inspiring reads for Celebrants

Words dance at the heart of every ceremony. As celebrants, we're not just readers - we're wordsmiths, storytellers, and memory-makers....
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Meet the Mentor: Marcia Bravo

At the Academy of Modern Celebrancy (AMC), we believe that the journey to becoming an exceptional celebrant is as much...
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A light-filled, creative, gift of a journey: Charlotte Green on becoming a funeral celebrant

Most people assume the role of a funeral celebrant to be sombre and serious, but that's not the experience of...
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Turn your Celebrant website into a booking magnet: 6 essential elements.

Are you ready to transform your online presence from meh to marvelous? Have you built a beautiful celebrant website but...
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3 Steps to Launching Your Dream Wedding Celebrant Business

Hey there, future wedding celebrant extraordinaire! Ready to embark on a journey that'll have you dancing down aisles and crafting...
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Meet the Mentor: Helen Jubb

We're excited to introduce you to Helen Jubb, one of our vibrant and passionate mentors. Helen is a Wedding and...
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6 Things Modern Celebrants Do Differently

Gone are the days of stuffy, one-size-fits-all ceremonies. The world of celebrancy is evolving, and at the forefront of this...
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Why Every Celebrant Needs a PR Strategy and How to Create One

In the ever-evolving world of celebrancy, standing out from the crowd is crucial. One of the most effective ways to...
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5 things to do when you start your celebrant business

If you've just qualified as a celebrant, congratulations on embarking on your celebrant journey! It's an exciting time, filled with...
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9 Ways to Get More Bookings as a Celebrant

As a celebrant, getting more bookings requires a proactive approach, strategic marketing, and consistent efforts to build relationships within the...
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5 Hidden Benefits of Becoming a Celebrant: Discover the Joys Beyond the Ceremony

The Celebrant's Journey In recent years, the celebrant profession has seen remarkable growth, with more people seeking personalized, meaningful ceremonies...
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How to Get Media Coverage as a Celebrant: A Step-by-Step Guide to PR

In today's competitive wedding industry, standing out as a celebrant requires more than just exceptional ceremony-crafting skills. Media coverage can...
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The 5 types of Wedding Celebrants in the UK explained

If you're thinking about becoming a wedding Celebrant, you might be confused by the choice on offer. In the UK,...
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Networking as a Wedding Celebrant

Networking is a vital skill for any wedding celebrant. Not only does it help build your professional network, but it...
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Becoming a Wedding Celebrant Changed My Life

For Andrew D. Scott, a tall, bearded, kilt-wearing celebrant, the journey to becoming a wedding celebrant has been nothing short...
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Grief led me to becoming a funeral celebrant

Losing a loved one can often lead people to question what is important in their life. For one single mum,...
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Branding for Celebrants: An Essential Guide

Why Branding is Important for Celebrants Branding is crucial for celebrants because it helps you stand out and attract your...
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How to market yourself as a Celebrant

Marketing is the lifeblood of any successful Celebrant business. It’s the activities that bring you new leads and bookings, and...
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8 reasons to niche as a Celebrant + how to do it

Niching as a celebrant can offer several distinct advantages, allowing you to specialize in specific types of ceremonies or cater...
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Alternative ceremonies that could skyrocket your celebrant earnings

The riches are in the niches, they say, and that certainly seems to be the case for Celebrants, results of...
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Training to be an accredited Celebrant in Spain

Celebrancy is a growing profession in Spain fueled by demand for personalised, non-religious, and interfaith ceremonies, destination weddings and robust...
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Dos and don’ts of social media for celebrants

Navigating social media marketing as a celebrant can be daunting, especially when you’re using it to try and attract couples and...
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Colourful Celebrant Website Inspiration

Your website is your shop window to the world, and often where people will find you before you've ever met,...
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From Charity Fundraiser to Celebrant: Interview – A mid-life career journey

Suzie Simmons is a Celebrant from Winchester, Hampshire who trained with The Academy of Modern Celebrancy. She has enjoyed a...
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5 Essential Skills for Celebrants

Have you ever dreamt of officiating life's most cherished moments – the joyous vows of a wedding ceremony, the heartwarming...
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Wedding Celebrant Outfits: 2024 Style Guide

As a wedding celebrant, you're not just officiating a ceremony; you're contributing to the overall atmosphere of the special day....
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How to write a Wedding Ceremony Script

As celebrants, we sure do love to write ceremony scripts! It's the best part of the job! There are several...
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Is it time to invest in your career as a celebrant?

Is it time to invest in your career? Maybe you are newly retired but would love to meet new and...
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How to write a standout celebrant directory listing!

Buckle up because we're breaking down the anatomy of a great celebrant directory listing with real-life examples to inspire and...
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Celebrant Training – A Complete Guide

Embarking on celebrant training is a journey into crafting and leading personalized ceremonies that mark life's significant moments. This Celebrant...
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The 10 things you need to be a successful celebrant in 2024

In an ever-evolving world, the role of a celebrant continues to grow in both significance and complexity. As we look...
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Ultimate celebrant guide to wedding fairs

Navigating the vibrant world of wedding fairs can be an exhilarating experience for any wedding celebrant. This comprehensive guide is...
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5 stunning Celebrant Website designs to inspire your web glow up

If you trained with The Academy of Modern Celebrancy, you'll already know the importance of having a professional celebrant website...
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Aled Jones on becoming a funeral celebrant at 52

Here at The Academy of Modern Celebrancy, we’ve trained our fair share of award-winning, rockstar Celebrants, but when bone fide...
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Innovative Naming Ceremony Ideas for Celebrants

Naming ceremonies, a tradition steeped in history across cultures, offer a momentous way to welcome a child. Family or Naming...
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What’s behind the rise in Celebrant-led weddings?

In recent years, the UK has witnessed a significant shift in wedding ceremonies with a huge rise in Celebrant-led weddings....
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What should I look for in a Celebrant training programme?

Choosing a celebrant training programme is an important step if you're looking to become a professional celebrant, whether it's for...
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Training to be an accredited Celebrant in Wales

There is a growing demand throughout Wales and the rest of the UK for Celebrants to perform and officiate at...
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The ultimate Celebrant toolkit

A Celebrant toolkit is like a friend who's always got your back, but knowing what to pack isn't always easy,...
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How to balance becoming a celebrant with an existing job

In the evolving landscape of celebrancy, many individuals find themselves balancing a full-time job with their passion for celebrancy. Tara...
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Social Worker to Funeral Celebrant: Interview

Stuart Entwistle's journey from a senior Social Worker to Funeral Celebrant is nothing short of inspiring. Graduating from The Academy...
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10 Essential traits every funeral celebrant needs

Becoming a funeral celebrant is a profoundly meaningful vocation that demands a distinctive combination of personal qualities. This role isn't...
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Registrar vs Celebrant: Decoding the Legal Role of UK Wedding Registrars

A wedding registrar is a key figure who officiates and legally formalises the marriage ceremony, ensuring that it complies with...
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What is a naming ceremony?

Welcoming a newborn into the world is a momentous occasion filled with happiness and love. One beautiful way to celebrate...
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Embrace New Horizons: Career change ideas for women in their 40’s and 50’s

Life is a beautiful journey, and sometimes it leads us to unexpected crossroads where we find ourselves contemplating a career...
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Embracing Change: Career Shift at 50 and the Path to Wedding Celebrancy

Life is a journey filled with various milestones, and one such significant juncture for many individuals is reaching the age...
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Embracing Change: A Transformative Journey of Career Change at 40

Life is an unpredictable journey, filled with twists and turns that often lead us to unexpected destinations. One of the...
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The Ultimate Guide: How to Become a Funeral Celebrant in the UK

Are you interested in a meaningful career where you can provide comfort, support, and guidance to grieving families during their...
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Stepping into the World of Love and Celebration: How to Become a Wedding Celebrant

Are you passionate about love, storytelling, and creating memorable moments? Becoming a wedding celebrant might be the perfect career path...
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Unveiling the Earnings of a Celebrant: How Much Does a Celebrant Earn?

In today's diverse and personalised society, many individuals are seeking alternative ways to celebrate life's significant moments. This growing demand...
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Is wedding celebrancy a good career path?

It’s time for a career change and becoming a wedding celebrant is looking like quite the tasty choice. But, just...
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What should a wedding celebrant wear?

We’ve all been there. First day of a new job and no idea what to wear. Well, imagine being a...
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Do UK Wedding Celebrants Need Training?

A career as a Celebrant is a hugely rewarding one, filled to the brim with creativity and joy, but getting...
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4 Benefits of Becoming A Wedding Celebrant

Taking the leap and becoming a wedding celebrant might seem like a huge decision, but it could be the best...
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A Pocket Guide to Becoming a Wedding Celebrant

Looking to become a wedding celebrant? Our complete guide shares what it takes, and how you can succeed in this...
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What qualifications do Wedding Celebrants need?

If you’re considering becoming a Celebrant, you’re at the start of what could become a thriving new career path. It’s...
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9 things to consider before becoming a wedding celebrant.

Before signing on the dotted line, here are some important things to consider before becoming a wedding celebrant. Wedding celebrant...
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Funeral Celebrant Training –Top 10 Things to Consider.

If you’re considering funeral celebrant training, this guide should help you decide, one way or another. Choosing to start funeral...
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Day In The Life Of A Wedding Celebrant

They say every day is different, and this couldn't be more true for a wedding celebrant. There’s no set ‘office’,...
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Law Commission Recommendations Published

So the wait is over, the review of the Marriage Act 1949 has been completed and recommendations passed over to...
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How to have a standout celebrant website

Having a standout celebrant website can be the difference between getting the bookings you want or waiting on enquiries. It...
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How to build a full-time celebrant business

Is it really possible to work as a full-time celebrant? Are you able to work during the week as a...
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Life as a wedding celebrant – how to help your couple plan their special day

Planning a wedding is something most people only ever do once. For some, the whole experience can be exciting and...
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World Celebrants Week 2021

If you’ve read our blogs before, you’ll probably know how much we love to talk about the world of celebrancy. With that...
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What is the difference between a celebrant and a registrar?

One of the biggest confusions and misconceptions is the difference between celebrants and registrars. The difference between the two roles...
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Why It Might Be The Time For A Career In Celebrancy

We’ve spoken countless times before about how great celebrancy is and how rewarding the career path can be. The fulfilling nature of...
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Celebrancy -The Importance Of Loving Your Job

It’s common knowledge that being happy at work and loving what you do is a sure-fire way to be successful...
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Why Celebrants Are Increasing In Popularity

Before we cover the surging demand for celebrants and why they’re increasing in popularity, let’s discuss what a celebrant is...
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Why Being A Celebrant Is So Rewarding

Simply put, being a celebrant is one of the most rewarding career paths you can pursue. Every single day of...
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5 Qualities Of A Wedding Celebrant

For most people, they will only choose a wedding celebrant once. This means you should understand and be very much...
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What does a Celebrant do?

Ever wondered what a celebrant does? It's not all dress up (although that's one of the perks!) Perhaps you are...
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How to be successful in the wedding celebrant industry

Ok, so you want to be part of one of the biggest industries in the UK? The wedding industry is...
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3 Of The Best Marriage Celebrant Courses

It takes a special kind of person to become a marriage celebrant. If you’re the type of person that wants...
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How Do I Train To Be A Celebrant?

Becoming a celebrant is an exciting and transformative experience! It's not just about learning a job; it's about diving into...
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Training to be an accredited Celebrant in Ireland

Celebrancy is a growing profession in Ireland fueled by demand for personalised, non-religious, and interfaith ceremonies. Celebrants facilitate meaningful moments...
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What is an independent celebrant? Online Celebrant Training

Independent Celebrant? Registrar? Humanist? Officiant? It’s easy to get confused between the different terms, since they are all slightly different....
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The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Celebrant

Thinking of becoming a celebrant? Embark on the rewarding journey to become a celebrant with our comprehensive guide. Whether you're...
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What Makes a Good Celebrant?

A celebrant has the power to make or break a ceremony, whether it be an upbeat, positive event such as...
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What is a Wedding Celebrant and what do they do?

Whether you're looking to book a wedding celebrant or become a celebrant, it's important to understand the role they play...
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Should I become a celebrant?

If you love meeting people, creative writing, are good at public speaking, and want to get into an industry that...
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