PD and AGD OPD Workshops –
Professional Development Skills Training Workshops &
AGD OPD “Coaching and Mentoring” Workshops
Thinking of the 50:50 or ‘phone a friend’ options? No need, all CTA’s trainers are available to you should you require assistance or clarification regarding the legals of an upcoming wedding, or any other query you may have. So please feel free to contact one of our highly experienced trainers with your query –
Sheridan Bryant, Administrator | Cert 1V Trainer & Assessor
Phone: 0418 887 646
Sue Eloise Whittington
Phone: 0414 713 407
Charyl Walsh, Cert 1V Trainer & Assessor
Phone: 0412 277 821
PD AND AGD OPD WORKSHOPS VIA ZOOM
Established in 2018, Celebrant Training Australia stands as a premier boutique organisation dedicated to enriching celebrants through interactive Professional Development (PD) and your Annual AGD OPD workshops. Unlike traditional formats where information is simply delivered, our sessions foster deep discussions on crucial topics, ensuring you gain valuable insights that are pertinent to your role.
At Celebrant Training Australia, we are committed to nurturing your growth and passion in celebrancy. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned professional, our goal is to empower you to achieve true success and be recognised as a respected leader in your industry.
With over 10,000 registered celebrants, Celebrant Training Australia provides diverse and relevant pathways to enhance your competitiveness in a dynamic market. Each month our experienced trainers offer engaging 2-hour PD and/or Annual AGD OPD workshops via Zoom. These sessions are designed to support you in fulfilling your role, whether as a marriage celebrant or funeral celebrant, equipping you with the latest knowledge and skills to excel.
PD and AGD OPD Workshops – These workshops have been written and are presented by highly experienced Cert IV Trainers and Assessors with over 70 years combined knowledge.
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We sincerely look forward to ‘meeting’ you via Zoom at one of our workshops to gain or expand your knowledge base, enjoy a networking environment and enjoy a good laugh along the way.
🎉 Celebrate 2026 with our Exclusive Workshops! 🎉
2026 PD and AGD OPD MENTORING & COACHING WORKSHOPS
AVAILABLE AUSTRALIA WIDE VIA ZOOM!
Just a friendly reminder 😊
Our March 2026 workshops are designed purely for your personal skills development and training. They are not AGD OPD workshops.
These sessions focus on growing your confidence, refining your expertise, and supporting your professional journey — even though they don’t count toward OPD requirements.Sunday 15 March, 2026
“An Introduction to the Funeral Industry”
Professional Development Skills Training Workshop
3 – 5 pm AEDT | 2 – 4 pm QLD | 12 – 2 pm WA |
2.30 – 4.30 pm SA & 1.30 – 3.30 pm NT
Trainer: Sue Whittington | 2 Hours @ $50
Step into a career that truly makes a difference.
Join Sue in our engaging “Introduction to the Funeral Industry” session and uncover what it really takes to thrive in this meaningful profession. Designed especially for aspiring funeral celebrants and those exploring a pathway into the industry, this workshop gives you a clear, practical overview of how the funeral sector works — from the key roles and responsibilities of professionals to the important boundaries that ensure compassionate, ethical service.
You’ll gain valuable insight, clarity, and confidence before committing to further training, helping you decide if this path aligns with your purpose and passion.
If you’re feeling called to support families during life’s most significant moments, this is your first step. Invest in your future, deepen your understanding, and move forward with confidence.
Secure your place today and begin your journey toward a fulfilling and impactful career in the funeral industry.
Wednesday 18th March, 2026
“Online BDM NSW, VIC, QLD, WA”
Professional Development Skills Training Workshop
6.30 – 8.30 pm AEDT | 5.30 – 7.30 QLD | 4.30 – 6.30 pm WA |
6 – 8 pm SA & 5 – 7 pm NT
Trainer: Charyl Walsh | 2 Hours @ $50
Missed our 2025 BDM workshops? By popular demand, it’s back — and this is your opportunity to get confident with the BDM online system.
Designed especially for celebrants who want clarity and ease when working in the BDM environment, this practical session walks you through the entire process step by step. You’ll learn how to accurately complete required documentation, avoid common errors, and seamlessly register marriages without stress or second-guessing.
If you’ve ever felt unsure navigating the online portal or simply want to streamline your workflow and save time, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to master it.
Don’t miss your chance to join Charyl and build your skills, boost your efficiency, and feel fully in control of your BDM responsibilities. Secure your place today.
Sunday, 22nd March, 2026
“Legal Refresher, Real Consent & Preparing Your T&C’s”
Professional Development” Skills Training Workshop
11 am – 2 pm AEDT | 10 – 12 noon QLD | 8 – 10 am WA |
10.30 – 12.30 pm SA | 9.30 – 11.30 am NT
Trainer: Sheridan Bryant | 2 hours @ $50
Stay confident. Stay compliant. Stay exceptional.
Join Sheridan for a powerful and practical refresher designed to keep you fully up to date with the legal requirements for conducting marriages in Australia. Whether you’re newly registered or highly experienced, this session will strengthen your knowledge, sharpen your processes, and protect your practice.
You’ll gain clarity on the correct use of Statutory Declarations, unpack the implications of the legal changes effective from June 12, and confidently understand your responsibilities as a Marriage Celebrant. Complex areas will be broken down into clear, actionable guidance — including Real Consent, Fiancé Visa Letters, interpreter obligations, Visa Application Letters, Shortening of Time Letters, and Apostille Stamps.
Plus, you’ll receive valuable insight into reviewing and strengthening your Terms & Conditions to ensure you and your couples are fully protected.
This is more than a refresher — it’s an opportunity to reinforce your professionalism, minimise risk, and deliver your services with certainty and authority.
Secure your place and ensure you’re operating at the highest standard in your celebrant practice.
Wednesday 25th March, 2026
“Confident, Visible, Profitable: The Modern Celebrant Blueprint”
Professional Development Skills Training Workshop
6.30 – 8.30 pm AEDT | 5.30 – 7.30 QLD | 4.30 – 6.30 pm WA |
6 – 8 pm SA & 5 – 7 pm NT
Trainer: Sue Whittington | 2 Hours @ $50
Build a celebrancy business that reflects who you are — and pays you what you’re worth.
Join Sue for a dynamic and practical session designed to help you move from concept to confident, sustainable success. In this powerful two-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to strategically allocate your resources, create a realistic budget, and harness effective grassroots marketing tools that genuinely work for celebrants.
Discover how to clearly identify your “needs” versus your “wants,” so you can invest wisely and build a business that supports both your personal vision and financial goals. You’ll gain practical strategies to elevate your brand presence, strengthen your social platforms, and confidently promote your unique qualities in a competitive market.
Today’s celebrant is more than a presenter — you are a warm, engaging professional whose style conveys friendliness, elegance, and quiet confidence. Together, we’ll explore how to align your personality, image, presentation style and overall presence with the couples you want to attract. Learn how to authentically incorporate your own flair while maintaining professionalism and broad appeal.
This session is about clarity, confidence, and smart strategy — giving you the tools to not only grow your celebrancy business, but to shape it into something truly reflective of you.
Join us and take the next step toward building a celebrancy brand that stands out and succeeds.
CTA COURSES OFFERED
Ready to expand your skills, increase your confidence, and grow the services you offer?
CTA offers five professionally designed courses created to help you elevate your celebrancy career and stand out in a competitive industry. Whether you’re looking to broaden your expertise or diversify your offerings, these programmes equip you with the latest knowledge, practical tools, and real-world insights to help you excel.
Each course has been carefully developed by highly experienced Cert IV Trainers and Assessors who bring more than 70 years of combined experience across the marriage, funeral, and end-of-life sectors. You’ll be learning from industry professionals who understand not only the theory, but the realities of working in these deeply meaningful spaces.
This is more than professional development — it’s an opportunity to strengthen your credibility, expand your services, and create new pathways for growth in your celebrancy practice.
Invest in your future. Expand your expertise. Elevate your impact with CTA’s specialised courses.
** 3 day Funeral Celebrant Training Course via Zoom $525
Next course date 18,19 & 20th April,2026
** Online Funeral Celebrant Training Course $350
** Online Baby Naming Course $159
** Online End of Life Doula Training Course $900
** Online End of Life Doula Training and Funeral Celebrant Training
Normally $1,250 NOW $1,000
THE ART OF CEREMONY
Become a masterful celebrant with CTA’s Compendiums, your indispensable resource for creating ceremonies that resonate with depth and meaning. Whether it’s a Marriage, Funeral, or Baby Naming ceremony, each compendium equips you with essential words, knowledge, and skills to expertly craft and deliver heartfelt ceremonies for any occasion.
Our compendiums offer comprehensive guides and a diverse array of options, ensuring you can tailor beginnings, substance, and conclusions that reflect the significance of every ceremony. Available individually or with a 20% discount when you purchase two or more, these compendiums are your go-to tools for honouring life’s pivotal moments with memorable and respectful ceremonies.
