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CHCCEL004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare for, present and evaluate ceremonies

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CHCCEL004 - Prepare for, present and evaluate ceremonies
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for, present and evaluate ceremonies. It requires the ability to use well-developed public speaking and presentation skills to deliver the ceremony. It does not address the specific additional legal requirements for the delivery of marriage ceremonies, which are found in separate units of competency.This unit applies to celebrants, and to different types of ceremonies, both public and private.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

documented pre-designed ceremonies

PA equipment

modelling of industry operating conditions, including:

ceremony participants

audience members (at least 1 audience of more than 20 people)

scenarios involving problem-solving.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Elements define the essential outcomes
       
Element: Prepare for ceremonies
  • Organise running sheet and document specific stage directions, tasks and resources for different ceremony stages
  • Rehearse and review own ceremony presentation in advance of the ceremony based on review of prepared ceremony
  • Organise and conduct rehearsals with others according to plans and agreements with clients
  • Identify and organise strategies to prepare other participants when there is no rehearsal
  • Identify and respond to any problems in consultation with the client
  • Obtain, prepare and confirm ceremony resources and requirements, according to agreed ceremony plans
  • Complete ceremony preparations according to the agreed scope of the celebrant’s role
       
Element: Present ceremonies
  • Liaise with other service providers at the ceremony to support smooth running of ceremony
  • Organise the gathering to minimise distractions, within the constraints of the venue, occasion and client needs
  • Facilitate and lead the orderly progression of the ceremony according to the ceremony design and provide clear directions as required
  • Prepare self for ceremony presentation and use techniques for overcoming performance anxiety
  • Apply presentation, ceremonial delivery and performance techniques suited to the occasion, venue and audience and as agreed with the client
  • Enhance the ceremony through use of resources and aids
  • Adapt presentation to suit the size and nature of the venue and to match audience characteristics
  • Interact effectively with participants and the audience to engage them in the ceremony as agreed with client
  • Respond flexibly to unexpected events in ways that maintain the flow and integrity of the ceremony
       
Element: Evaluate ceremonies
  • Seek client feedback, and take advice on presentation and performance to continuously improve service
  • Establish and action strategies to observe and listen critically to own ceremonial delivery
  • Continuously evaluate ceremonial delivery for technical strengths and weaknesses
  • Access and use celebrant support services and professional development opportunities in response to evaluation
  • Document evaluation outcomes and use to enhance future practice
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for ceremonies

1.1 Organise running sheet and document specific stage directions, tasks and resources for different ceremony stages

1.2 Rehearse and review own ceremony presentation in advance of the ceremony based on review of prepared ceremony

1.3 Organise and conduct rehearsals with others according to plans and agreements with clients

1.4 Identify and organise strategies to prepare other participants when there is no rehearsal

1.5 Identify and respond to any problems in consultation with the client

1.6 Obtain, prepare and confirm ceremony resources and requirements, according to agreed ceremony plans

1.7 Complete ceremony preparations according to the agreed scope of the celebrant’s role

2. Present ceremonies

2.1 Liaise with other service providers at the ceremony to support smooth running of ceremony

2.2 Organise the gathering to minimise distractions, within the constraints of the venue, occasion and client needs

2.3 Facilitate and lead the orderly progression of the ceremony according to the ceremony design and provide clear directions as required

2.4 Prepare self for ceremony presentation and use techniques for overcoming performance anxiety

2.5 Apply presentation, ceremonial delivery and performance techniques suited to the occasion, venue and audience and as agreed with the client

2.6 Enhance the ceremony through use of resources and aids

2.7 Adapt presentation to suit the size and nature of the venue and to match audience characteristics

2.8 Interact effectively with participants and the audience to engage them in the ceremony as agreed with client

2.9 Respond flexibly to unexpected events in ways that maintain the flow and integrity of the ceremony

3. Evaluate ceremonies

3.1 Seek client feedback, and take advice on presentation and performance to continuously improve service

3.2 Establish and action strategies to observe and listen critically to own ceremonial delivery

3.3 Continuously evaluate ceremonial delivery for technical strengths and weaknesses

3.4 Access and use celebrant support services and professional development opportunities in response to evaluation

3.5 Use collaboration as a tool to develop, maintain and improve own skills and resources

3.6 Document evaluation outcomes and use to enhance future practice

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 and documented pre-ceremony planning forms and checklists for at least 3 ceremonies

presented at least 3 rehearsals and at least 6 ceremonies, to include at least 3 of the following

engagement

a baby naming or blessing

birthday

anniversary (wedding or other)

graduation celebration or party

mother’s day or father’s day celebration

presented ceremonies for audiences of varying size, including at least one for an audience of over 20 people

presented ceremonies requiring the use of public address (PA) equipment on at least 2 occasions

used the following public speaking, presentation and performance techniques in ways that are appropriate to the occasion, the participants and the audience:

pacing to ensure audience understanding

non-verbal communication:

eye contact

gesture

use of voice:

clarity

projection

tone

pitch

volume

presented ceremony content that includes:

3 different styles of poetry

3 different styles of music lyrics

explanation of 3 different symbols to the audience

completed a process of evaluation for 6 ceremonies and identified and documented things that went well and potential areas of improvement in planning, preparation and delivery.

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 and ethical considerations (national, state/territory, local) for the conduct of ceremonies, and how these apply in individual practice:

codes of practice requirements

duty of care

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

records management

work health and safety (WHS), in relation to

basic hazard identification and risk management procedures

hierarchy of control and its application in risk management

processes for raising WHS issues, reporting hazards, incidents and injuries and WHS issue resolution

potential emergency situations, alarms and signals and appropriate response

ceremony preparation considerations:

rehearsals, what and who they need to involve

preparation for different types of resources and props

pre-ceremony liaison with clients

components of ceremony delivery, including:

the warm-up or group bonding

welcome, introduction

statement of purpose

story telling or reflection

symbols or rituals

focusing on the transition

the promises (given and assumed)

inspiration and preparation for the next stage

group affirmation and support

conclusion, after-ceremony refreshments

stage management aspects of ceremony delivery:

personal presentation and dress

position and elements (such as seating and props) of the ceremony space and its relation to all present

the positioning of celebrant

features, use, limitations and hazards of equipment to enhance ceremony delivery (for celebrant and other participants):

sound equipment

elevated stage

lectern

lighting

altar

public, speaking, presentation and performance techniques, and how and when these are used to engage, convey meaning, create atmosphere and enhance ceremonies:

preparing for performance – mentally, physically and socially

how to communicate central ideas of a message

non-verbal communication, including:

eye contact

gesture

avoiding distracting mannerisms or facial expressions

use of voice, including:

clarity

projection

tone

pitch

volume

self-care techniques, including:

posture

fitness

factors that affect audience engagement, including first impression and ways to engage and sustain audiences of different types

techniques and routines used by celebrants to maintain and enhance presentation and performance skills, including:

vocal routines

fitness strategies

techniques for managing pre-ceremony performance anxiety and other anxiety reducing activities

ceremony evaluation techniques

strategies to improve ceremonial presentations

celebrant support services and professional development opportunities.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for ceremonies

1.1 Organise running sheet and document specific stage directions, tasks and resources for different ceremony stages

1.2 Rehearse and review own ceremony presentation in advance of the ceremony based on review of prepared ceremony

1.3 Organise and conduct rehearsals with others according to plans and agreements with clients

1.4 Identify and organise strategies to prepare other participants when there is no rehearsal

1.5 Identify and respond to any problems in consultation with the client

1.6 Obtain, prepare and confirm ceremony resources and requirements, according to agreed ceremony plans

1.7 Complete ceremony preparations according to the agreed scope of the celebrant’s role

2. Present ceremonies

2.1 Liaise with other service providers at the ceremony to support smooth running of ceremony

2.2 Organise the gathering to minimise distractions, within the constraints of the venue, occasion and client needs

2.3 Facilitate and lead the orderly progression of the ceremony according to the ceremony design and provide clear directions as required

2.4 Prepare self for ceremony presentation and use techniques for overcoming performance anxiety

2.5 Apply presentation, ceremonial delivery and performance techniques suited to the occasion, venue and audience and as agreed with the client

2.6 Enhance the ceremony through use of resources and aids

2.7 Adapt presentation to suit the size and nature of the venue and to match audience characteristics

2.8 Interact effectively with participants and the audience to engage them in the ceremony as agreed with client

2.9 Respond flexibly to unexpected events in ways that maintain the flow and integrity of the ceremony

3. Evaluate ceremonies

3.1 Seek client feedback, and take advice on presentation and performance to continuously improve service

3.2 Establish and action strategies to observe and listen critically to own ceremonial delivery

3.3 Continuously evaluate ceremonial delivery for technical strengths and weaknesses

3.4 Access and use celebrant support services and professional development opportunities in response to evaluation

3.5 Use collaboration as a tool to develop, maintain and improve own skills and resources

3.6 Document evaluation outcomes and use to enhance future practice

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Organise running sheet and document specific stage directions, tasks and resources for different ceremony stages 
Rehearse and review own ceremony presentation in advance of the ceremony based on review of prepared ceremony 
Organise and conduct rehearsals with others according to plans and agreements with clients 
Identify and organise strategies to prepare other participants when there is no rehearsal 
Identify and respond to any problems in consultation with the client 
Obtain, prepare and confirm ceremony resources and requirements, according to agreed ceremony plans 
Complete ceremony preparations according to the agreed scope of the celebrant’s role 
Liaise with other service providers at the ceremony to support smooth running of ceremony 
Organise the gathering to minimise distractions, within the constraints of the venue, occasion and client needs 
Facilitate and lead the orderly progression of the ceremony according to the ceremony design and provide clear directions as required 
Prepare self for ceremony presentation and use techniques for overcoming performance anxiety 
Apply presentation, ceremonial delivery and performance techniques suited to the occasion, venue and audience and as agreed with the client 
Enhance the ceremony through use of resources and aids 
Adapt presentation to suit the size and nature of the venue and to match audience characteristics 
Interact effectively with participants and the audience to engage them in the ceremony as agreed with client 
Respond flexibly to unexpected events in ways that maintain the flow and integrity of the ceremony 
Seek client feedback, and take advice on presentation and performance to continuously improve service 
Establish and action strategies to observe and listen critically to own ceremonial delivery 
Continuously evaluate ceremonial delivery for technical strengths and weaknesses 
Access and use celebrant support services and professional development opportunities in response to evaluation 
 
Document evaluation outcomes and use to enhance future practice 

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