How to Get a Shortening of Time

This mini-course explains when and how a couple can apply for a shortening of time on their NOIM—and how you, as their celebrant, can support them through the process.

What You’ll Learn

This focused course covers everything you need to know about shortening of time applications:

• The five legal grounds for shortening of time - Understand the specific circumstances that qualify for expedited processing
• Your role in supporting the application - Learn your professional responsibilities and boundaries as a celebrant
• How Sarah Aird prepares a letter of support - Step-by-step guidance on crafting effective support documentation
• Confirming availability and next steps - Professional processes for managing expedited timelines
• Real-world application scenarios - Learn from actual cases and common situations

Course Content

What’s Included

• 16-minute video - Concise, focused instruction covering all essential points
• 30 minutes of text + 7-page booklet - Comprehensive written materials and reference guide
• 1 downloadable template - Letter of support/availability template for immediate use
• Practical examples - Real scenarios and application processes

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, you will:

• Confidently identify when a couple qualifies for shortening of time
• Understand the five legal grounds and their specific requirements
• Know how to properly support clients through the application process
• Create professional letters of support using proven templates
• Manage expedited timelines and confirm availability effectively

Course Features

• Lifetime Access - Revisit the content whenever you need refreshers or updates
• Standalone or Bundle - Also included in the Uncommon Extras course
• Professional Template - Ready-to-use letter of support template
• Focused Content - Concise training that covers everything you need to know
• Real-World Application - Practical guidance for actual client situations

About This Training

This course provides essential knowledge for celebrants who need to understand and support shortening of time applications. Whether you’re new to celebrancy or need a refresher on this specific process, this training ensures you can confidently guide couples through expedited NOIM applications.

Perfect for celebrants who want to provide comprehensive support to couples with urgent marriage timeline needs.