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.

Acing Wedding Fayres


Tuesday 11th February 2025
6.30 - 8.00PM


Acing Wedding Fayres!
Getting the best out of your investment.

You've signed up to exhibit at a Wedding Fayre... now what?

How do you make you and your wedding Fayre stand pop!

In this CPD session we will talk you through effective strategies to make the best of your investment, including how to choose the right wedding Fayre for your brand, setting expectation’s harnessing other exhibitors, effective use of  social media, and how to follow up on your attendance to secure that booking!

 As well as branding and publicity and the "Do's and Don'ts" of how to present yourself, and much much more!

You’ll finish the session with a strategy perfect for securing your bookings and have a stand that reflects you and your business.

 

Acing Wedding Fayres 2025

Tuesday 11th February
6.30 - 8.00PM

Free to members

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Funeral Services for Infants

Planning, supporting and emotional welfare.


Wednesday 12th March 2025
6.30 - 8.00PM

 

As celebrants we have the greatest privilege in supporting families by delivering funerals for their loved ones.  Not every funeral is a celebration of a long life however, and sometimes we are asked to conduct funerals for babies and infants.  By their nature these are some of the most challenging ceremonies we write and deliver and in this CPD session we will discuss together:
 
  • Preparing for the family meeting and best practice for conducting the meeting
  • Dealing with the parents', and close family members' emotions
  • How the style and content of the service may differ from other funerals
  • The importance of self-care, and how we support each other

 

Funeral Services for Infants

Wednesday 12th March
6.30 - 8.00PM

Free to members

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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
ÂŁ39

Bring a packed lunch with you - refreshments will be provided.

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Instagram Unwrapped: Online Members Day - RECORDED    

ÂŁ39 for members

PURCHASE THE RECORDED SESSION

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.

 

BUY THE RECORDED SESSION

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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Celebrant Connect  

Join the list of ICPC Celebrants!

We're on a mission to make sure you're connected with other ICPC celebrants in your area.

If you would like to be added to this list, please follow the link and fill out the form.

Any data you share password protected within our secure data storage and will only be shared with the people on the list. 

Details of how to access this list are below.

            

Professional Business Coaching queries 

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

All available to all ICPC Members.

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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.

ICPC Members - Book here
Non-members - Book here