A Great Place to Learn
The Celebrant School – Te Wānanga Korowai Aroha is a small Kiwi business, with a big Kiwi heart, and a huge commitment to the role of ceremony in contributing to connection, wellbeing and celebration in communities all around Aotearoa-New Zealand! We’ve been at the forefront of the evolution of contemporary celebrancy in this country, with the development of the first qualification in the world for civil celebrants in 1996 (initially taught through AUT), the establishment of the school as a private learning organisation, the spearheading of greater cohesiveness for the celebrant profession, providing consulting services and resources to Births, Deaths and Marriages (DIA), the development of online celebrant learning opportunities during Covid, and offering support and ongoing education to inspire celebrants to meet the highest professional standards throughout their careers. You can be assured you’re getting the latest information from leading celebrant practitioners when you enrol with us. Our courses are grounded in the cultural and social context of Aotearoa-New Zealand, meaning you will be well-prepared to meet the diverse needs of communities all around the motu. Our experiential learning process establishes a safe, effective environment for learning and reflection. You will practice creating and delivering meaningful contemporary ceremonies, develop your own unique celebrant style, build your network, and explore ways to market yourself.
Our teaching team are all well-respected, practising celebrants, active across a range of ceremonies in different parts of the country. Their experience as teachers ensures you gain access to a great mix of information, resources, skill-building and techniques to enhance your own practice.