Est. In 2023.
Est. In 2023.
The School of Civil Celebrancy Dual Diploma Progression Route is designed for learners who have already completed their basic celebrant training and now wish to progress to diploma-level study.
This course allows you to complete both the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy and the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Celebrancy: Naming & Couples Ceremonies.
You will build on your existing knowledge and develop further skills in ceremony writing, service structure, client care, public speaking and professional practice.
Taught through Zoom and our online learning portal, this course gives you the opportunity to gain two recognised NOCN Level 3 Diplomas and develop the confidence to create and deliver meaningful, professional celebrant-led ceremonies.
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The School of Civil Celebrancy are pleased to offer the progression course to the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral, Naming and Couples Celebrancy training course.
| Title: | Progression – NOCN Level 3 Dual Diploma in Funeral, Naming & Couples Celebrancy |
| Accreditation: | This course is accredited by the National Open College Network (NOCN). |
| Cost of the course: | The cost of this course is £2995. This course is VAT exempt. |
| Payment method: | Payments can be made via PayPal, our only payment system or by bank transfer. To book online, simply select the add to basket button and follow the information provided within the shopping cart.
If you choose to pay via PayPal, you may be able to pay in instalments; this will depend on your PayPal account status. |
| Course duration: | We allow you twelve months to complete this course. Allowing you to study at your own pace. We fully understand that we have busy lives. That’s why our course is designed to be flexible and accessible. This allows you to study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world, through our user-friendly online learner portal. |
| Venue: | This is a self-managed course accessible from your own home using our online education portal. We offer ample support for your learning through resources and tutorial guidance, and we answer questions you may have. |
| Brief: | The School of Civil Celebrancy Dual Diploma Progression Route is designed for learners who have already completed their basic celebrant training and now wish to progress to diploma-level study.
This course allows you to complete both the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy and the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Celebrancy: Naming & Couples Ceremonies. You will build on your existing knowledge and further develop skills in ceremony writing, service structure, client care, public speaking, and professional practice. Taught through Zoom and our online learning portal, this course gives you the opportunity to gain two recognised NOCN Level 3 Diplomas and develop the confidence to create and deliver meaningful, professional celebrant-led ceremonies. |
| Requirements: | You must have undertaken foundational celebrant training before you can attend this course. Our course will take you from your foundation training through to an NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral, Naming, and Couples Celebrancy qualification. You must have basic computer skills to complete this course and to use our online learners portal. Please note that this course doesn’t include your basic training. |
The School of Civil Celebrancy is pleased to offer our Dual Diploma Progression Route for learners who have already completed their basic celebrant training and now wish to further develop their skills, knowledge and confidence.
This course is designed for those who want to progress from foundation-level celebrant training to recognised diploma-level study. It allows you to complete both the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy and the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Celebrancy: Naming & Couples Ceremonies.
The Dual Diploma option gives you the opportunity to broaden your celebrant practice and gain recognised qualifications across funeral, naming and couples ceremonies. This makes it ideal for learners who wish to offer a wider range of services and work professionally with families and couples at some of life’s most important moments.
Throughout the course, you will build on your existing celebrant knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of ceremony writing, service structure, client care, professional practice, public speaking and ceremony delivery. You will also explore how to create meaningful, personal and well-structured ceremonies that reflect the people at the heart of each occasion.
This course is taught in the comfort of your own home using Zoom and our online learning portal. You will be supported by fully qualified NOCN celebrants who work full-time within the celebrancy profession, bringing real experience, practical guidance and professional insight into your learning.
The Dual Diploma is a comprehensive progression route designed to help you strengthen your practice, identify any areas for development and gain the confidence to create and deliver exceptional celebrant-led ceremonies.
By completing this course, you will be able to progress from basic celebrant training to diploma-level learning, while developing the skills and professional understanding needed to work as a confident, compassionate and capable civil celebrant.
Online learning is an excellent way to study, giving you the flexibility to learn without travelling to a training venue. You can fit your studies around work, family and life’s other commitments, allowing you to progress through your course at a pace that works for you.
Our easy-to-use online courses, combined with the support of our experienced tutors, give you everything you need to work towards your Celebrancy qualification with confidence.
Every learner also receives access to our dedicated Learners Portal, where you’ll find your coursework, learning resources and supporting materials all in one convenient place. You can access your course materials, complete your learning and submit your coursework through the portal throughout your studies.
Together, our flexible approach, dedicated Learner Portal and ongoing tutor support provide a structured yet accessible way to achieve your Celebrancy qualification while fitting your studies around your everyday life.
Your course also includes one year’s membership of Civil Celebrant Connection (CCC), as part of our collaboration to support you beyond your training. Through CCC, you’ll have access to bespoke celebrant insurance, ongoing professional support, resources, CPD opportunities and a welcoming community of fellow celebrants.
This partnership means your journey doesn’t simply end when your course finishes. You’ll have continued support as you develop your skills, build your celebrancy business and begin working professionally.
For further information about Civil Celebrant Connection and the benefits of membership, please click here.
Please note: This complimentary one-year membership is available to new Civil Celebrant Connection members only and is not applicable to existing members.
NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy – Qualification Number – 601/1587/7 – Credits – 54 – UCAS Points – 8
NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Celebrancy: Naming & Couples Ceremonies – Qualification Number – 601/1586/5 – Credits – 41 – UCAS Points – 8
Qualification credits measure the amount of learning required to complete a qualification, with 1 credit typically representing about 10 hours of study. UCAS points work differently, as they represent achievement in certain post-16 qualifications for university admissions. For example, an A grade at A-level is worth 48 UCAS points. In simple terms, credits show the volume of learning within a qualification, while UCAS points are a separate system used by universities when considering entry requirements.
This course is accredited by the National Open College Network (NOCN). Our NOCN centre number is 30004177.
Accreditation means that the courses we provide have been independently and externally assessed, ensuring they meet the highest standards, the National Occupational Standards, and the Core Curriculum. The accreditation is an ongoing process, ensuring that courses are always up to date and that tutors meet the modality’s teaching requirements. To view The School of Civil Celebrancy Course Accreditations page, please click on the link.
This documentation is provided by NOCN to show the course specifications.
Unit specification – Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy – Please click on the link for further information.
Qualification Specification – Please click on the link for further information.
Unit specification – Diploma in Celebrancy: Naming & Couples Ceremonies – Please click on the link for further information.
Qualification Specification – Please click the link for further information.
You must have undertaken foundational celebrant training before you can attend this course. Our course will take you from your foundation training through to an NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral, Naming, and Couples Celebrancy qualification. You must have basic computer skills to complete this course and to use our online learners portal. Please note that this course doesn’t include your basic training.
If you require any help or advice regarding your training, please don’t hesitate to call The School of Civil Celebrancy on 01273 974 958.
Learners will be required to show achievement of a range of relevant learning outcomes and assessment criteria, as set by the National Occupational Standard and Accrediting Body:
Successful completion of the NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy and Couples will lead to the award of the internationally recognised qualification, demonstrating the participant’s competence and readiness to embark on a professional career as a civil celebrant.
At The School of Civil Celebrancy, we are committed to offering high-quality training in a way that is thoughtful, responsible, and more environmentally conscious.
Many of our courses are delivered through Zoom and supported by our online learning portal. This helps reduce unnecessary travel, fuel consumption, overnight accommodation, and printed materials, while still providing learners with a warm, personal, and supportive training experience.
Our approach allows students to study from the comfort of their homes while accessing professional tutoring support, digital resources, and clear course guidance throughout their learning journey.
Where possible, we also reduce paper use by encouraging electronic coursework, online resources, and digital communication. Our main office is powered, where possible, by solar and other renewable energy sources, helping us make more responsible choices as a training provider.
Celebrancy is rooted in care, compassion, and respect. We believe that care should extend not only to the families and communities we serve, but also to the world around us.
You can read more about our commitment to sustainable training. Please click on the link.
For a detailed explanation, please see a blog post that covers this in full. Please click here for the Blog post.
Yes, we offer this through PayPal. If you are eligible, PayPal will allow you to split your payment over three months or longer if you have PayPal credit. This all depends on your PayPal account settings and status.
We pride ourselves on our ethics and principles of fairness and accessibility. We charge what the course and the running of the course actually costs. Because we offer a self-managed learning programme, we are able to keep costs low. We don’t add money onto the training just because we can. By doing this we make the gaining of a Celebrancy qualifications more achievable for a number of people. We believe that Celebrancy qualifications should be open and available to everyone.
This depends on the level of qualification taken, your experience as a working Celebrant and the time you are prepared to commit. We allow you:
NOCN Level 3 certificate in Civil Celebrancy – six months
NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral celebrancy – ten months
NOCNLevel 3 Diploma in Naming and Family celebrancy – ten months
NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Funeral celebrancy and Naming and Family celebrancy – twelve months
Please note that you must log into the Learners Portal within 60 days; otherwise, the portal will mark your course dormant. Please see the Booking Terms and Conditions for further information. No attendance is needed to complete this course.
As a company, we have chosen not to offer the Advanced Learner Loan. This is because it must be repaid with interest, and interest rates and repayment thresholds can change. We encourage learners to check the latest government guidance before making any decision about borrowing.
To book this course just click on the date you wish to book and then click ‘add to basket button. Then click ‘view basket’ (you can add as many items to the basket as you wish) and select ‘Processed to checkout’. You will then be required to complete the checkout process, which requires you to answer a number of questions. Now choose how you wish to pay; you have three options. PayPal, credit or debit card or bank transfer. Please note that payments cannot be taken over the telephone.
You will need to tick to confirm that you agree to and that you have read The School of Civil Celebrancy Booking T’s & C’s. Once you have pressed proceed and payment has been made or registered, an email will be sent directly to you confirming that we have received your order. This will then be confirmed via another email when the School of Civil Celebrancy have processed your order. Please note orders are processed during office hours.
Once you have booked your course, you will be able to start straight away.
If you have any questions regarding the course booking procedure or about the qualifications we offer at The School of Civil Celebrancy, please click here for further information or telephone The School of Civil Celebrancy on 01273 974 958.
The School of Civil Celebrancy produces all its training manuals electronically. These are downloadable as you work through your course.
Your certificate will be emailed to you once you have completed your course, the assessment process has been completed, and NOCN is satisfied that all learning outcomes have been met.
We do however recommend the Complete Celebrant Handbook by Han Hills. This is great resource and starts from £9.99.
For further information please see our reading list.
NOCN has been creating opportunities through learning and skills development for over 30 years. NOCN Group is an educational charity whose core aims are to help learners reach their potential and organisations thrive.
NOCN is a top fifteen Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation.
NOCN is proud to be the very first awarding organisation to be given the ‘Leader in Diversity’ award by the National Centre for Diversity, a leader in promoting equality for all in the UK and also recognised by Ofqual, CCEA and the Welsh Government, working with a number of strategic partners in the UK and internationally.
We don’t currently offer the new Level 4 qualifications for Funeral Celebrancy (October 2023). Whilst we fully encourage CPD, in fact we believe it is a vital part of professional Celebrancy, we also recognise that different celebrants have widely different development needs. We acknowledge that our diverse celebrant colleagues work in a variety of ways and have a multitude of specialisms. To incorporate all these wonderful, advanced and specialised attributes into one Level 4 qualification would be unworkable! So we can see that necessarily the Level 4 qualification has had to limit the advanced training to a few key areas.
There might not be a qualification available for your chosen specialism or for the area in which you are developing. Individual study via reading, training, mentoring and multi-media resources can be used to achieve the required level of skill or knowledge. As an NOCN accredited organisation, we recommend that you maintain a log of your ongoing professional development including dates, methods and summary of learned content. This way all learners are able to upskill using the learning method most suitable to their learning style.
The Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy remains the best qualification in which you demonstrate your skill as a fully rounded funeral celebrant. It’s challenging, even for experienced celebrants. Once achieved, celebrants are confident they are highly qualified and have reached a level of expertise that far exceeds the Certificate in UK Celebrancy.
Established celebrants will find themselves gravitating to a certain niche, specialism or ways of working. Some choose to specialise in specific rituals. Others offer beautifully handcrafted stationary and mementos as part of their standard service. Some write their own poetry.
Some choose not to offer baby funerals (this can often be due to deeply personal reasons). Some work in teams or partnerships, playing to their strengths. These are just a few examples and they may not be for every celebrant. As long as Funeral directors and bereaved families receive an excellent service, we believe celebrants should work in their own unique way.
In our view, the Level 4 qualification is currently on-the-one-hand necessarily limited, but on the other too disparate. For advanced CPD, we would prefer to see a wider range of specialisms available from which celebrants may choose 4 or 5 to achieve the qualification. This would recognise a far broader range of gifts, talents and chosen specialist areas.
It would also allow for celebrants who work in partnerships or teams to concentrate on improving their specific skill set and / or niche.
With the possibility of future regulation for funeral celebrants, it is important that the recognised highest standard for a rounded funeral celebrant is the Level 3 Diploma in Funeral Celebrancy, and that the celebrant industry remain united on this point to avoid splintering into a profusion of niches.
The Level 4 qualification will suit some celebrants as their next step for CPD however, it is not for everyone and remains one option. There are a plethora of others to suit experienced, Diploma qualified funeral celebrants.
The School of Civil Celebrancy are not currently a CPD training organisation but offer CPD through the Civil Celebrant Connections (CCC). For further information on CCC, please click here.
For further Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
