CHCCEL007 — Prepare for, present and evaluate marriage ceremonies

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What an assessment for CHCCEL007 must cover

78 assessable components: 6 elements (26 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 47 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Finalise pre-ceremony arrangements

1.1Confirm Notice of Intended Marriage forms have been received according to legal requirements and provide advice to couple about applying for shortening of time when required
1.2Ensure that Declaration of No Legal Impediment to marriage forms are signed by both parties prior to the ceremony
1.3Prepare and check 3 marriage certificates prior to ceremony with accurate, legible and complete information consistent with the Notice of Intended Marriage
1.4Confirm marriage ceremony, venue and time arrangements with the marrying couple, ensuring other arrangements at the venue will not interfere with planned marriage ceremony
1.5Confirm roles of marriage ceremony participants and/or other service providers
1.6Identify special needs of marriage ceremony participants and/or other service providers, including interpreters
1.7Establish working relationships with other service providers prior to commencement of marriage ceremony within scope of agreed celebrant role

2 Make on site preparations

2.1Apply Code of Practice in relation to arrival times and standard of personal presentation at the event
2.2Check that planned arrangements are in place and that other aspects of the event will not interfere with the marriage ceremony requirements
2.3Confirm the presence of witnesses and location for completion of documentation
2.4Identify where problems may occur, and respond in consultation with the marrying couple or their nominated representative

3 Present marriage ceremonies within legal requirements

3.1Ensure appropriate placement of marriage celebrant during the ceremony particularly in relation to other people participating
3.2Facilitate orderly progression of ceremony as agreed with marrying couple
3.3Present marriage ceremony accurately and professionally in line with plan agreed with marrying couple and in keeping with religious or non-religious context
3.4Ensure marriage ceremony is audible to the audience
3.5Use resources and techniques as agreed with marrying couple to enhance the significance and symbolism of the marriage ceremony in line with values and ideals of the couple

4 Manage marriage ceremony documentation

4.1Ensure that all documentation (3 certificates of marriage) are correctly signed by the marrying couple and their witnesses
4.2Check documentation and ensure that any omissions or errors are rectified in the presence of, and initialled by, the marrying couple and their witnesses
4.3Present completed marriage certificate to one or both members of the couple as soon as possible after signing

5 Register the marriage

5.1Maintain privacy, security and confidentiality of marrying couple documentation and communication
5.2Accurately complete forms and procedures within specified timeframes for lodgement under the Marriage Act 1961
5.3Forward documents to state/territory Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages after performing ceremony within legislated timeframe
5.4Securely store documentation in suitable location relating to the marrying couple in accordance with legal requirements

6 Evaluate ceremonies

6.1Seek feedback from the marrying couple about services provided
6.2Reflect on own performance and services and identify areas of strength and those for potential improvement
6.3Review efficacy of resources used and identify and act on potential improvements

Performance evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:
prepared for, presented, documented, registered and evaluated in writing, at least 5 marriage ceremonies in line with legal requirements and marriage celebrant Code of Practice, which must include:
ceremony involving a legal issue impacting the ceremony delivery, such as where another unauthorised person will be centrally involved or conducting the ceremony in conjunction with the celebrant
ceremony involving other presenters and performers
ceremonies with varying sized audiences including at least 1 of more than 20 people.

Knowledge evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:
legal requirements under marriage regulations and the Code of Practice (contained in the regulations) that impact the conduct of marriage ceremonies:
use and role of interpreters
use of required wording
maintaining a high standard of service in professional conduct and practice
ensuring accuracy in the preparation of documents, and in the conduct of the marriage ceremony
ensuring personal presentation is of an appropriate standard for the marriage ceremony, and respecting the expectations of the parties in relation to the ceremony
making efforts to ensure that the marriage ceremony is audible to all those present (using audio equipment, if required)
arriving at the venue for the marriage ceremony no later than the time agreed with the parties
where the marriage celebrant has agreed to perform more than 1 marriage ceremony on the same day:
ensuring that each couple receives a standard of service that meets their needs
being available at the venue at least 20 minutes prior to the agreed start time of the ceremony
ensuring that all relevant documents are completed and sent to the appropriate registering authority within 14 days after the marriage ceremony, as required by section 50 of the Marriage Act
accepting evaluative comment from the parties, and using any comments to improve performance
legal requirements under marriage regulations that impact marriage documentation:
lodgement times for forwarding documentation to registering authorities
recordkeeping requirements in relation to:
what records must be kept
type of storage
duration of storage
celebrant role in storage when religious organisation keep records
religious registers
civil celebrant certificates
recordkeeping sheets
registration requirements in the states and territories, including:
processes and procedures of state/territory Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages,
requirements to retain certain records
common errors in documentation ceremony stagecraft, performance and evaluation techniques, specifically in relation to marriage ceremonies
common issues that marriage celebrants may encounter during rehearsal and solemnisation of marriage, and approaches for responding, including:
working cooperatively with others, such as wedding venue staff, photographers, musicians, translators etc.
late arrival of bridal party or significant others
copyright issues related to the use of music
alcohol and other drugs intoxication issues
serious health issues of the parties to the marriage and significant others
serious health or emergency issues that could prevent the celebrant from completing their contract with the couple
extreme nervousness – the bride or groom cannot articulate the wedding vows
interruptions before, during or after the ceremony
disruptions caused by animals, children, photography drones
extreme weather situations and concerns related to the safety of couple, guests, self and others (including work health and safety (WHS) issues)
unexpected failure of power or equipment
processes and procedures of state/territory Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages, including the requirements for registration of the marriage and retaining of some records by the celebrant.types of errors in documentation, and how to avoid these:
celebrant Code of Practice in relation to providing information to couples about how to make a complaint consistent with the Code of Practice
role of registering authorities and ways to establish professional relationships
role and importance of marriage service evaluation, including:
how to incorporate evaluation into marriage celebrant practice
techniques for obtaining feedback from clients
techniques and process for self-evaluation.

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What does an assessment tool for CHCCEL007 need to cover?

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