Celebrant Professional Development
One of the key principles to any profession is that you never stop learning and we are determined to help you continue learning as you build your celebrancy business.
While training is part of that journey there are also moments where you need more support and expert advice as your celebrancy business grows.
Some of these opportunities on this page are available to exclusively to ICPC members but where appropriate, any celebrant in need to support and advice can access our services.
Members Day: Public Speaking
Wednesday, 30th April 2025
9:30am – 4:30pm
The Ronkswood Hub, Canterbury Road, Worcester, WR5 1PJ
DOES PUBLIC SPEAKING TERRIFY YOU? WE CAN HELP YOU GROW YOUR CONFIDENCE.
Even the thought of public speaking can leave us feeling weak at the knees, with a dry throat and a trembling voice. If public speaking is your biggest challenge, you’re not alone—and we’re here to support you.
Following the success of our online CPD session, we’re thrilled to announce an in-person Members Day, featuring our very own Julie Bisacre and the lovely Jon Hammond, a seasoned auctioneer, DJ, radio and TV presenter, communication coach, and celebrant. With over 40 years of experience, Jon knows exactly what it takes to captivate an audience and overcome the self-doubt that holds so many of us back.
Julie and Jon will share practical techniques, personal insights, and stories that will:
- Help you overcome the fear of "What if I look stupid?"
- Equip you to handle "What if they don’t like me?"
- Show you how to manage "What if I make a mistake?"
Jon says, “I am passionate about helping people to grow, and by sharing some of the lessons I have learned and the techniques I have found useful, I hope you will find a little extra confidence and magic to make you stand out as a celebrant.”
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a master communicator and grow your confidence as a celebrant.
Members Day: Public Speaking
Wednesday 30th April 2025
9.30 - 4.30PM
Open to Members
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Bring a packed lunch with you - refreshments will be provided.
Creating Magical Wedding Scripts
Gathering information from a couple is just the beginning of the process. But once you’ve learned all about their ceremony order, love story, and the logistics, what’s next? How do you turn all of that into a beautifully crafted wedding script?
In this workshop, you’ll discover how to transform the couple’s personal details into a captivating and seamless ceremony script. You’ll learn the art of holding the audience’s attention, delighting your couple, and leaving them with glowing reviews.
You will:
- Master writing techniques to create unique and memorable ceremonies
- Learn how to structure your ceremony and weave a compelling narrative
- Gain strategies to breathe life into your script and keep your audience engaged
- Leave with the tools to receive rave reviews from couples and guests alike
Join us for a day of creativity, learning, and the art of writing unforgettable wedding ceremonies.
Creating Magical Wedding Scripts
Monday 12th May 2025
6.30 - 8.00PM
Free to members
Fantastic Banner Creations with Canva.
Create a wedding banner with impact!
ÂWhen we promote ourselves, it can be daunting knowing which information about ourselves to share and how to do it in such a way to gain bookings. Quite often, we either cram too much information into our promotional material or too little.ÂÂIn this session you will be taken step by step through the process of creating a roller banner which will sell your services to engaged couples in an impactful way.ÂYou'll have the opportunity to brush up your Canva skills.ÂYou'll learn some basic design principles which sell your services in a memorable way including text placement, where to place photos and what type of photos will show you at your best.ÂThis will be useful for established celebrants who want to increase their impact at wedding fairs and venue open days. It will also be incredibly helpful for new celebrants who are just starting their business, want to offer weddings and may feel overwhelmed by where to start.ÂÂCreate a roller banner which stands out, screams who you are and attracts your ideal couples at wedding fairs.ÂÂConnect with couples who want to create magic on their wedding day with a celebrant-led ceremony.
Fantastic Banner Creations with Canva
Tuesday 10th June
6.30 - 8.00PM
Free to members
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Instagram Unwrapped
Work through the session in your own pace, at a time that suits you. The recording will be made available in the week following the session and will automatically be added to your library.
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Instagram Unwrapped with COOPER & YOUNG
Join us for the recorded session.
Are you ready to elevate your Instagram game and harness the full potential of social media for your celebrant business? Join us with Young & Cooper for our exclusive Instagram Unwrapped Workshop designed specifically for celebrants. With over 30 years of combined experience working with top-tier brands like Warner Bros, Sony, Boots, Joules and River Island, Young & Cooper are the experts you need to guide you through the ever-evolving world of social media.
They don’t just teach social media strategies – they actively implement them for a diverse range of independent businesses, charities and lifestyle brands. They have also trained entrepreneurs and business owners to help them thrive, and not just survive, on Instagram in the real world.
What Will You Learn?
This comprehensive workshop covers everything you need to know to make your Instagram presence shine:
Create a Strong Bio:
Craft an Instagram bio that clearly communicates your brand personality and makes you more discoverable.
Instagram Anatomy:
Get a complete overview of Grid Posts, Stories, Reels, and LIVES.
Grid Post Essentials:
Learn what to include in your posts – from images and videos to captions, hashtags, and more.
Practical Examples:
Our sessions are packed with examples and case studies to help you understand how to apply these principles effectively.
By attending this workshop, you will not only gain invaluable insights into Instagram but also be able to ask Instagram related questions in a safe space with experts who deliver and implement social media strategies on a daily basis. This is your opportunity to learn directly from industry experts and take your social media skills to the next level.
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In order to provide you with timely business support as queries and needs arise, we’ve created a form that you can submit.
Sometimes making strides with your celebrancy business can feel like an uphill struggle...If you’ve got niggles about accounting, marketing or specific situations you’d like expert advice on, feel free to contact us via this form and one of our team will then respond as soon as they are able.
Please let us know if you’d prefer an email or a phone call response. (If you’d like a phone call, please include an idea of when would be best to contact you during the week - you can include that at the end of your question
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1 - 1 private business coaching - open to all.
Members: £35
Non-members: £45
Half hour private coaching session with Maxine Ward - Business coach, Life coach and Celebrant.
This is a fantastic option if you would like the dedication and privacy that comes from having someone focussed solely on you.
Maxine will work with you to address your challenges in practical and sensitive ways. She'll help you build "next steps" and overcome the feeling of inertia and help you take control today.
Click here to book your one to one session with Maxine and start to build momentum in your business.
To book your session with Maxine - please follow the link below to purchase a session. You'll receive a link to Maxine's calendar and you can book a time that suits you.
