{"id":1193,"date":"2021-09-13T12:01:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-13T12:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homeincomeguides.com\/?p=1193"},"modified":"2021-08-31T03:27:30","modified_gmt":"2021-08-31T03:27:30","slug":"how-to-become-a-funeral-celebrant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homeincomeguides.com\/how-to-become-a-funeral-celebrant\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Funeral Celebrant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This post will cover topics such as what a funeral celebrant is, what they do, how they find work, and what characteristics they should have to be good at the job.<\/p>\n\n\n

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What is a Funeral Celebrant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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A funeral celebrant, also known as a funeral officiant, is a professional who runs a memorial service. They don’t typically have a clergy background or any religious affiliation. They may be hired by the family of someone that has died and will perform services at their own discretion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to note that there are different types of funerals: traditional, contemporary, non-religious, etc. Each type requires its own set of skills and knowledge. A good celebrant will know what to expect for each type of service and will be able to help the family create a ceremony in conjunction with their values and beliefs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Funeral Officiants vs Funeral Directors – What’s the Difference?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While some funeral directors may also be officiants, the two are different job descriptions. Funeral directors tend to be the business people who manage the funeral home, ensure that service starts on time, and ensures that everyone is comfortable through the process. They often work with the family to plan the funeral and may also be involved in preparing the dead. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Requirements to Become a Funeral Officiant<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n

The only time you will need to meet requirements as a funeral officiant is if you are conducting funeral services with religious rites. In those cases, you will need to meet the specific requirements of that religious tradition.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you don’t need any formal training to be a general funeral officiant, there are a few certifications and classes that will teach you the basic skills of the profession. A few a listed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although you don’t need funeral celebrant training, there are a few personality traits you should have in order to help your clients through their difficult times. These may include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Skilled Speaker<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As you will need to give the official address at the funeral, it is important that you practice your communication skill<\/a>. You will need to speak about the life of the person who has passed in the right tone and in a comforting way. <\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n

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    Compassion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In order to be successful in this job, you need to have a big heart and a lot of compassion. You will also need to be supportive toward their friends and family who are grieving as you plan for the ceremony. <\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n

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    Open Mind and Understanding<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When working in the death industry, you will likely form some opinions on how you want your own death to go as well as choosing your personal burial options. That being said, others may have different values based on their own life experiences or family traditions. You need to have an open mind when dealing with your clients and accepting their choices without judgment. <\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n\t\t<\/ol>\n\n\n

    How Much Do Funeral Officiants Earn?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Most funeral officiants will charge between $50 to $150 per hour depending on their own consulting skills and experience. As their work is more sporadic, many of them will work other jobs, such as officiating weddings or other religious ceremony. Others may find additional work in the funeral services industry.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    The Process of Becoming a Funeral Celebrant<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n

    After you have decided to be a funeral officiant, there are several things you must do to learn the basic skills to running memorial ceremonies. Here is a step by step process of what you should do to get started:<\/p>\n\n\n

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      Attend workshops or online classes offered by professional organizations that will teach you the basic steps of running a funeral ceremony. Many of these classes will help you hone your skills so that you can really minister to a family during their time of loss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Classes will cover how to meet with families from all walks of life, and work with them to create the traditional funeral or celebrant service that they wish for their loved one who has passed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      To become a certified celebrant, you can take one of the following classes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n