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Joining the AOIC

Membership of the AIOC
The AOIC warmly welcomes new members at all times and is open to those who meet the following criteria:-
Bullet Point A) Those Celebrants already practising and experienced in conducting Ceremonies
This can include; a practising Celebrant (6 months experience+), Registrar or Member of Clergy. You will be asked to provide the contact details of a Professional/Institute (i.e. Funeral Director) whom can confirm you have conducted Ceremonies for them on a regular basis.
Bullet Point B) Those who have successfully completed the AOIC's Foundation Certificate in Funeral Celebrancy
The AOIC prides itself on the high standard of its Celebrancy training and successful completion of the 3 day foundation certificate will lead to membership of the AOIC. We do not offer a pass/fail system on our courses, however if we feel a student is not up to the required standard by the end of the training, we will continue to work with them and monitor them until we feel they meet the required standard to join the Association.
Bullet Point C) Those who have undertaken another recognised Celebrancy Course and/or have limited experience
You may apply if you have just undergone Celebrancy Training and not yet started work. You will be asked to supply proof of your training course. If you have just started work but your experience is less than 6 months, then the contact details of a client whom you have conducted a Ceremony for will be required, along with the script used.
Bullet Point As a Member, you will receive the following:-
  • To be recognised as a member of a organisation renowned for its professional and trustworthy Celebrants
  • Advice and support from the President, Committee and  other experienced celebrants
  • Promotion on the AOIC website or recommendation by the AOIC to any member of public requesting a Celebrant in their area
  • Regular Newsletters listing information of interest, training opportunities and meeting details, AOIC future plans, members achievements, etc
  • Access to a Members Forum, giving chance to talk or ask advice from other members (available soon)
  • An AOIC Identification Badge
  • A group voice when lobbying for political change, ie current marriage laws
  • The comfort of knowing that there are other colleagues out there to help and support you, despite remaining 'independent'!

Fees
A small membership fee will be charged to cover expenses, such as registering members and issuing ID Badges, the production of newsletters, advertising, arranging meetings, etc.

The current membership price is £96 for a years membership. The price will be renewed each financial year and should there be any change, this will not take effect until a year on from when you joined/last renewed. You will be reminded a month prior to your renewal.

Membership will be reviewed annually and if the AOIC's Code of Practice conditions have been met consistently by the Celebrant, membership will be renewed.

Applications
Please contact Debbie Brooke on 01438 829042 or enquiries@independentcelebrants.com

or download the application forms here.
Please complete the application form and return it to the AOIC office, with a cheque for £96 (payable to the Association of Independent Celebrants please) and a signed copy of the Terms and Conditions.