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Family & Funeral Celebrancy Diploma
This Course will equip you with all the tools and resources to research, write and officiate at:
Funeral Ceremonies,
Wedding, Commitment, Vow Renewal & Naming Ceremonies amongst others.
Instalment plans available.
Courses from : £1485
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Funeral Celebrancy Certificate
This Course will equip you with all the tools and resources to research, write and officiate at:
Funeral Ceremonies to include, Burials, Cremations, Memorials, Interments amongst others.
Instalment plans available.
Courses from : £985
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Family Celebrancy Certificate
This Course will equip you with all the tools and resources to research, write and officiate at:
Wedding, Commitment, Vow Renewal & Naming Ceremonies amongst others.
Instalment plans available.
Courses from : £785
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The End of Life Doula Diploma
End-of-Life Doula’s provide emotional and practical support to individuals and their families as they face one of life’s major challenges.
Course from : £1200
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About Us
Welcome to the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants
Why follow, when you can lead?
Leading the way in the implementation of professional standards through the provision of the highest quality personalised vocational celebrant training.We are the most progressive and inclusive professional body that actively trains, mentors, supports and promotes our celebrants in all that they do.
Permanently based in the heart of MediaCityUK, we have the best of all facilities and amenities here on site.
What do celebrants do?
Our civil celebrant members provide a truly bespoke service to their clients, by working with them, their families, friends and others. Our celebrants will write and deliver the ceremony their clients want, where and when they want it.Say NO to standard ceremonies at churches, registry offices, burial grounds and crematoria where they merely substitute names in a pre-set service template.
Say YES to personalised, memorable, meaningful, personal and inclusive ceremonies at a location of your choice.
Celebrant Training
We have developed a series of celebrant training courses for prospective and practicing civil celebrants. Our celebrant training courses equip candidates with all they need to embark on a rewarding career as an independent civil celebrant specialising in officiating at one or all of the following; wedding ceremonies, civil partnership ceremonies, vow renewal ceremonies, funeral, interment , memorial ceremonies & baby / child naming ceremonies.Several training options are used to deliver our celebrant training courses in order to give candidates the most choice available:
Distance / Online Learning
(This is our most popular option - allowing for up to 40 hours face to face tutor contact during training - customised content - instalment plan)
Group Training
(Maximum of 3 people on each course - maximising tutor contact - intensive schedule )
Personal Tuition
(1 person on each course - maximum tutor contact - customised content)Training Courses
All our celebrant training courses are mapped against Level 3/4 standards, Courses written and delivered by practicing, experienced civil celebrants with formal teaching qualifications. We offer three formal celebrant training courses for prospective celebrants:Certificate in Family Celebrancy
Certificate in Funeral Celebrancy
Diploma in Family & Funeral Celebrancy
Do you have what it takes?
Become the best celebrant you can be with the
United Kingdom
Society of Celebrants.
Take a browse, download our brochure, drop us a line or give us a call if we can be of any help.
Distance Learning
86% of candidates take this option | Flexible Training with your Personal Tutor.
Group Training
9% of candidates take this option | Intensive Training in small groups of three.
Personal Tuition
5% of candidates take this option | Intensive Training with One to One Tuition.
Quality Celebrants
100% of our Qualified Members
UKSOC at a glance
The will and the way to help you be the best Civil Celebrant you can be.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINERS
Making a difference – we have, we do and will continue to do so, thanks to our marvellous tutors, mentors and members.
Training Facilities
MediaCityUK
- Stylish Classrooms
- Mock Chapel
- Good Travel Links
- Secure Parking
- Guest WiFI
- Air Conditioned
- Two Large Hotels nearby.
Member Support
Member Support
- Personal Mentor
- Peer Group Support
- Member Resources
- Online Personal Profile
- Marketing & Promotion
- SEO & Social Media advice
- Ongoing training
Celebrant Pathways
Celebrant Training
Family / Wedding Celebrancy
Funeral Celebrancy
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End of Life Doula
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Featured Members
Wedding and Funeral Celebrants
Lara Norris | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Bonjour! My name is Lara and I am a Family and Funeral Celebrant based in France. I live in rural Normandy with my alpacas, kittens and chickens. Not to forget my wonderful Husband Paul who I married right here in France.
Julia Hill | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Through the years I have had the benefit of experiencing many cultures and diverse beliefs. This gives me unique insights to draw from when speaking to people on both joyous and sad occasions. I work part time in catering here in the UK; however I have found myself on a new and exciting path, where I believe I can be of greater use and service.
Paul Simpson | Family & Funeral Celebrant
As your funeral celebrant, I promise to serve you with sensitivity and professionalism; and respect your unique beliefs, values, and cultural background; to provide you with a personalised ceremony over which you have complete control and final approval. Together, we will create a ceremony that celebrates your loved one’s life.
Rebecca Darlene | Funeral Celebrant
If you are in the midst of planning a funeral for a loved one, it can be a very overwhelming time leaving you feeling very vulnerable. There is so much to process and so many decisions to make.
Let me help. As a Certified Funeral Celebrant I specialize in working with families to create meaningful ceremonies.
Paul Standbrook | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hello, I’m Paul Standbrook and I’m Dad and Grandad to a close-knit, large extended family. I live with my partner Sam (also a Celebrant) in a little cottage in the country and she and I share long experience of providing support at important times in people’s lives. Over the last twenty years I have built a deep insight and a keen interest in people and in the way in which key events impact their lives.
Victoria Wells | Funeral Celebrant
Born and raised in Yorkshire, Victoria has lived all over the world which encapsulates a worldly and honest outlook on life. As a qualified Funeral Director, Victoria has supported a wide range of families struggling to come to terms with loss and embraces the wonder of life through memories, stories and the light that the departed have left shining. Well spoken, approachable and caring.
Fred Delius | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hello my name is Fred. I’m interested in anything anyone has to say about anything. I was born in England and have spent nearly all my life as an entertainer. I have been an actor, a tightrope walker and a sword-swallower. For many years I ran a French National Circus School in the South of France. I have performed all over the world from USA to China.
Tony Nolan | Funeral Celebrant
Hello. My name is Tony Nolan and I am proud to be a member of the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants. A funeral service should be a memorable celebration of someone’s life. It should reflect their unique character and be a professional fitting tribute that will help family and friends grieve, remember and celebrate a special life. I will help you achieve this.
Julie Antonette | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hello, I’m Julie Antonette, an Independent Civil Celebrant, professionally trained and accredited by the UK Society of Celebrants and Member of the Irish Institute of Celebrants. I’m based in Belfast and work throughout the whole of Ireland creating beautiful, bespoke ceremonies for Weddings / Civil Partnerships, Renewal of Vows, Baby Namings and Funerals.
Samantha Edmundson | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hi, my name is Samantha Edmundson (Sam for short). I live in a village in Bedfordshire with my Partner, Paul, and two cats (Atticus and Esmerelda). Between us we have five children and numerous grandchildren.
After spending a number of years commuting up and down the M1, Paul and I decided we needed to re-prioritise our lives. We spent some time travelling around Europe in a very old motorhome named Bessie, taking time to reflect on life and read widely. I also travelled to India and Portugal to find out more about yoga and meditation, which I have been practising for several years.
Andrew Lovell | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hello, my name is Andrew Lovell. I have recently moved back to London -early 2016- after living full time in Ibiza since July 2010 Ibiza is where my celebrant work first began In 2012 I was asked to create and give a service for a couples wedding I agreed, and found I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.
Alice Bye | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Born and raised in Aberdeen, to Anglo-Indian and Anglo-Irish Parents, number 8 of a family of 10, with 3 brothers and 6 sisters. Growing up in a large family gave me the experience of finding my voice but also knowing the importance of listening to others. Now a mother of three, stepmother to one, knowing the importance of being able to express yourself freely was an important skill for my children to learn.
Penny Dane | Family Celebrant
I’m Penny I live in the beautiful county of Northumberland with my two adopted Siamese cats and pet Hare “Ridley”. Some of my more wild ideas included learning to drive an HGV and buying a superfast motorbike as well as taking myself off to Australia for a few weeks. I have enjoyed working with a variety of people during my life whilst determined to do my best during a varied career.
Simon Smith | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hello, my name is Simon Smith and I am a Civil Celebrant based in the North East of England. I am married to Sandra whom I married in a civil ceremony in Gretna Green over 25 years ago and we live with our son, Archie, in Newcastle upon Tyne. I’ve spent 25 years working as a senior manager in retail finance, developing and mentoring individuals and teams.
Jo Wheeler | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hi there! My name is Jo Edwards and I’m a family and funeral celebrant based in Lincolnshire. I was born and brought up in Cheshire but after 20 odd years in this wonderful county, I now consider myself an honorary Yellowbelly. My career has always been focused on communications and I have worked as a presenter, scriptwriter and facilitator, both live and live broadcast.
Kevin Gould | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07860 704415 I have been in business for more years than I care to mention but in that time I have gained a wealth of experience in many facets of life[…]
Ellie Farrell | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Hi, I’m Ellie and I am a wedding and funeral celebrant based Whitby, and I travel all over North Yorkshire and the UK to perform ceremonies.
Wedding customs and traditions have always been a personal interest, with alternative weddings and ceremonies favoured, hence the company name Alternative Ceremonies UK.
Steve Brown | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Steve Brown spent over 30 years in customer services roles from sales desk to the boardroom. Becoming increasingly disillusioned with the commercial world a period of deep reflection on his corporate role followed and the desire to do something more meaningful and giving soon emerged. During this time of reflection, Steve considered his skills and experience and set his course firmly on re-training and becoming a Civil Celebrant.
Niki Blane | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07734 261 359 Hi there, I’m a 30-something journalist who fell in love with weddings while planning my own weekend-long, festival-themed wedding in 2014. In 2016 I launched my wedding blog[…]
Lee Axford | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07938 014 374 My name is Lee Axford and I live in Cheltenham. I was educated at Balcarras School and eventually Dean Close where I have two scholarships in music[…]
Caroline McCarthy | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 087 352 1588 If you want something different – a unique ceremony with less tradition and religion, a ceremony that is individual to you, a ceremony that has your values and[…]
Will Chambers | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07968 544429 Hello, my name’s Will and I’m a trained and registered Secular Civil Celebrant. Whatever reason has brought you here; I hope that I can help you and that[…]
Sue McFadden | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 0791 865 8822 Special ceremonies should be exactly that; unique and individually crafted for the people at the heart of celebration. The cycle of life has its milestones, marked by special occasions; each should[…]
Carol Smith | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07530 570 943 My name is Carol Smith and I am a family and funeral celebrant. Enjoying playing a role in organising funerals for close family members and being[…]
Emma Kerrywood | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07966 222 707 I am Emma Eastwood and I am a Leeds based celebrant. My desire to become a celebrant began when attending a very impersonal family funeral when I[…]
Christian Caroe | Family & Funeral Celebrant & Toastmaster
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07758 241 411 I spent 7 years in HM Royal Marines before working in sales, predominately food, for nearly thirty years. My father died in July 2012 and I became[…]
Beverley Bulmer | Family & Funeral Celebrant
Celebrant Services Offered Ceremony Script Writing Naming Ceremonies Wedding Ceremonies Civil Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows Ceremonies Funeral Ceremonies Memorials Contact information 07901 888122 Welcome to my profile page. My name is Beverley Bulmer and I have lived in Norfolk all my life, now residing in Attleborough, just 8 miles from East Harling where[…]