About the IoCF
The formal concept of celebrant led funerals began in the UK in 2004 and the Institute of Civil Funerals (IoCF) was created shortly afterwards. The first of its kind in the UK and the only one with institute status.
Our work supports bereaved families who need care and compassion at the most difficult time in their lives. Our celebrants strive to always meet the most rigorous professional standards, and all are qualified to a minimum NOCN Diploma Level 3.
Organisations we are members of
Aims & Objectives
The IoCF Memorandum of Association states that the Institute of Civil Funerals has the following objectives:
- To promote the further education and specialist knowledge of Funeral Celebrants through training courses and seminars.
- To deal with complaints and suggestions from members, the public and outside organisations.
- To organise annual conferences to facilitate networking and sharing of experiences, with workshops and talks to extend knowledge;
- To promote Civil Funerals to funeral directors and the public.
Management Council
The Institute is supported by notable council members who are either highly experienced working civil funeral celebrants themselves or who have been invited to represent important related organisations. Each member of council brings invaluable experience to the council who work together towards the Institute's objectives, which aim to support members and continually improve the quality of funeral ceremonies in the UK.
