{"id":9056,"date":"2024-11-09T21:03:07","date_gmt":"2024-11-09T20:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/acor-ceremonies.ch\/?page_id=9056"},"modified":"2025-10-12T15:32:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-12T13:32:28","slug":"funeral-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/acor-ceremonies.ch\/en\/funeral-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Training"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” bg_image=”9067″ bg_position=”center center” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” top_padding=”80″ bottom_padding=”80″ color_overlay=”#494b48″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”center” phone_text_alignment=”center” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n

Are you interested in life rituals?<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1731234635841{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;background-color: rgba(236,142,47,0.81) !important;*background-color: rgb(236,142,47) !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”]Our lives are <\/span>indeed<\/span> These stages are punctuated by key milestones: birth, transition to adulthood, unions, the arrival of children, separations, retirement, death… Celebrating these milestones through ceremonies helps us pass these symbolic milestones and become aware of our evolution. Lay celebrants play an essential role in accompanying and ritualizing these important milestones in a neutral, benevolent and non-religious way. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” bg_color=”#f9f9f9″ scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” bottom_padding=”4%” color_overlay=”#ffffff” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-1-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-1-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40″][vc_column_text]\n

Become a celebrant<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_column_text]Would you like to accompany people in these key moments of their lives through secular and humanist ceremonies? CAPSA offers a complete training program to become a celebrant of secular ceremonies. <\/span><\/p>\n

This theoretical, practical and creative training program is aimed at all those who wish to take on a rewarding role and contribute to ceremonies that respect the values and convictions of each individual. It provides an opportunity to learn the trade of lay celebrant, with a choice of specialization: weddings or funerals (or both). <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_column_text]\n

Our training is organized into three modules, each dealing with an essential aspect of life rituals.<\/b><\/p>\n

These modules are designed to offer a complete progression for people wishing to deepen their knowledge of secular ceremonies, whether they wish to specialize in them as a profession or explore life rituals for personal interest. Each module brings specific expertise to the table, providing the fundamental skills and techniques required for the various ceremonies of passage. <\/p>\n

The course begins with a general introduction, accessible to all, before dividing into certifying specializations in the fields of funerals and unions, to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of each participant. Together, these three modules provide a structured learning framework that respects the diversity of beliefs and life paths, while offering personalized guidance to become an accomplished celebrant. <\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”8%” bottom_padding=”8%” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”right” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”9113″ color=”accent-color” min_height=”200″]\n

Module 1<\/h3>\n

Awareness of life rituals<\/strong><\/p>\n

This module, the core of the training program, is open to anyone interested in life rituals, even if they don’t intend to make a career out of it. It is aimed at those who wish to discover the art of celebrating life’s milestones with a secular, respectful and inclusive approach. <\/p>\n

This module is an essential prerequisite for access to the specializations, ensuring that each participant progresses with a solid foundation for accompanying ceremonies with integrity and kindness.<\/p>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”9115″ color=”accent-color” min_height=”600″]\n

Module 2<\/h3>\n

Funerals and mourning ceremonies<\/b><\/p>\n

This certification module is designed for those who wish to specialize in the accompaniment of end-of-life and bereavement rituals.<\/p>\n

It covers the essential skills needed to honor the memory of the deceased and support loved ones in their grief.<\/p>\n

This module offers concrete tools for designing humane ceremonies that respect each family’s convictions and meet the emotional and spiritual needs of the bereaved.<\/p>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”9117″ color=”accent-color” min_height=”200″]\n

Module 3<\/h3>\n

Weddings and other engagements<\/b><\/p>\n

Also certifying, this module focuses on celebrating unions and other commitments with a personalized, secular approach.<\/p>\n

It explores the symbolic rituals of love and commitment, while offering practical tools for designing ceremonies tailored to each couple’s wishes.<\/p>\n

Participants will learn how to guide people in expressing their values and mutual commitment, creating a unique moment to celebrate their life paths.<\/p>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”8%” bottom_padding=”8%” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”right” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n

Skills required<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”10″][vc_column_text]\n

The profession of ceremony celebrant demands deep involvement and rigor<\/strong>. While certain skills can be acquired through training, certain personal qualities are essential<\/strong> to fulfilling this role with accuracy and respect<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

A celebrant must not only master the techniques of expression, writing and organization, but also embody strong human values such as empathy, ethics and the ability to maintain emotional balance<\/strong> at sensitive moments.<\/p>\n

These prerequisites form the basis of a sincere commitment<\/strong> to those we accompany through the important moments of their lives, and enable us to create ceremonies that are imbued with meaning and respect for each individual’s life journey.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n

Registration procedure<\/b><\/h5>\n

Please send your application by email to
\n info@acor-ceremonies.ch<\/b>
\n<\/a>and include the following documents:<\/p>\n