What do we cover in Our Wedding Celebrant training?

Both our Wedding Celebrant Training programme and our Funeral Celebrant Training programme are recommended by the Association of Independent Celebrants. It is an honour to be one of just four training providers that they recommend.

Our training is delivered one-to-one, using Google Meet or Zoom, to allow the training to be delivered to students not only all around the UK, but recently to students in Europe and the US.

The training was designed to be adaptive to allow students to learn in the best way for their individual needs. Having written the course and also delivering it, Dinah Liversidge (Founder) can be flexible in the methods of delivery.

Course Details

Instructor

Dinah Liversidge

Level

Beginner

Duration

24-30 Hours

Investment

Weekly 1-1 online £1,120

Face to Face £1,600

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Course Content

Session One – The role of an Independent Wedding Celebrant in the UK

We begin by exploring what it truly means to be an Independent Celebrant and how this role differs from other officiants in the UK.

You’ll gain clarity on the different types of celebrants, who else can conduct weddings and marriage ceremonies, and the legal aspects surrounding celebrant-led ceremonies in the UK.

By the end of this session, you’ll have a strong foundation in the profession and a clear understanding of your role.

Session Two – From Enquiry to ‘I Do’

This session walks you through the entire journey a couple takes with you—from the very first enquiry to the moment they say their vows.

We’ll explore a step-by-step approach to guiding couples seamlessly through their wedding ceremony planning, ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.

You’ll also learn a fresh, creative approach to wedding questionnaires, helping you craft ceremonies that are deeply personal and unique to each couple.

Session Three – Getting into the Mindset of Writing for a Living

As a Wedding Celebrant, you are a storyteller. In this session, we help you embrace your identity as a writer and equip you with practical techniques to enhance your writing skills.

You’ll discover our top ten tips for improving your writing game, learn how to structure a ceremony with a compelling beginning, middle, and end, and gain confidence in your ability to create heartfelt, engaging scripts that truly reflect each couple’s love story.

Session Four – The Big Day & Shifting Your Mindset About Pricing

The wedding day itself is the culmination of your work, and this session prepares you to deliver a flawless ceremony.

We’ll walk through ten essential steps to ensure everything runs smoothly, allowing you to feel calm, prepared, and in control.

We’ll also dive into the crucial topic of pricing, helping you overcome any discomfort around charging for your services.

You’ll learn how to set your prices with confidence, ensuring you are valued for your time, expertise, and the deep emotional investment you bring to your work.

Session Five – Your Brand & Finding Your Niche

Your brand as a Wedding Celebrant is a reflection of your values, personality, and the unique experience you offer.

In this session, we help you uncover what truly matters to you and how to translate that into your brand identity.

You’ll also define your ideal clients and learn effective ways to connect with them authentically.

We’ll explore the importance of having a niche and how specialising can help you stand out in a crowded market.

Session Six – Expanding Your Offering with Additional Ceremonies

Your skills as a Celebrant extend beyond weddings, and this session introduces you to additional ceremonies you can offer, including Vow Renewals, Commitment Ceremonies, and Naming Ceremonies. We’ll also discuss how to serve and celebrate LGBTQ+ couples, ensuring inclusivity and sensitivity in your approach.

This session opens doors to expanding your services and reaching a wider audience.

Bonus Session – Wedding Questionnaire Workshop (Pre-recorded, 4 Hours of CPD)

As a bonus, you’ll receive a pre-recorded Wedding Questionnaire Workshop, giving you deeper insight into designing and refining your questionnaire process.

We’ll highlight why regular, meaningful communication with your couples is essential and how gathering testimonials can help build your credibility as a trusted and sought-after Wedding Celebrant.

What’s Included

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Your Very Own Printed Workbook

We send our professionally printed workbooks to you a week before we start so you can have a visual aid as we learn together.

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24 Hours of One-to-One Training

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4 Hour Pre-Recorded Wedding Questionnaire Workshop Included

Audio, Video, Outline & Full Transcripts of Each Session

We believe in being as inclusive as possible for all learners. This is why we provide recordings of our sessions in a selection of formats to help you go back to them in a way that works for you.

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Online assessments for individual feedback and support

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Lifetime access to our resources + your session recordings

Why choose this training?

Our six-week Wedding Celebrant Training Programme is designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, and knowledge to create and deliver beautiful, meaningful wedding ceremonies. Each week, we meet for a one-hour session at a set time, offering structure and consistency in your learning journey. In between sessions, you’ll complete assignments, reflections, and research, ensuring you develop your craft fully. In total, you can expect to dedicate between 24 and 30 hours over the course of the programme.

Each session is carefully crafted to build your skills, nurture your confidence, and guide you toward becoming an exceptional Wedding Celebrant.

As Individual as You Are