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October 29, 2024
Cremation Arranger Training presented by ICCFA
Online Registration is Open!
OFDA Office, Columbus, Ohio
How to Register:
By registering for this event, you consent that photos and videos of you at the event may be published in print, online or in online photo albums; on photo/video-sharing sites such as YouTube; on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Google+; and in other web-based media at the sole discretion of OFDA.
Registration Fees:
- OFDA Member: $425
- OFDA Non-Member: $625
Cancellation Policy:
- All cancellations are subject to a $25 Administrative Processing Fee
- For full refund (minus administrative processing fee), OFDA office must be notified 24 hours prior to the start of the scheduled program
The Program:
This isn’t just about operating a crematory—it’s about empowering families to make informed choices while ensuring your company retains revenue compared to traditional burial.
With our training, you’ll receive a 20-minute PowerPoint presentation and script on cremation, highlighting options beyond direct cremation. Learn from the creators of the presentation (the Imperis) how to deliver this powerful information to your community. Plus, you'll have the flexibility to customize it for your specific market.
As cremation continues to be the fastest-growing segment in funeral service, the real question is: will the families you serve opt for "direct cremation," or will they choose to include a tribute service and memorialization?
The ICCFA Cremation Arranger Training offers intensive, specialized training to equip you with the tools needed to create meaningful cremation arrangements. You'll delve into the history of cremation, relevant laws and regulations, demographic impacts on your marketing and arrangements, and how price perception influences family decisions—all with the goal of helping you provide exceptional service to every family you serve.
In Ohio, only a licensed funeral director is legally permitted to conduct funeral arrangements with families. While completing an Arranger Training or Certification Program is encouraged for educational purposes within the funeral profession, it does not grant legal authority to perform funeral arrangements. For further clarification, see Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 4717 and Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 4717-1.
Program Schedule:
- Arrival/Registration: 8:00 am
- Program: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
CE Information:
- Continuing education (CE) credit through the State of Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors is currently pending approval. The CE credit provider is the Ohio Funeral Directors Association.
- 7 Total CE that includes:
- 4.0 Hours General
- 2.0 Hours Laws and Rules
- 1.0 Hour Ethics
Venue Location:
The program will be located at the OFDA Office, 2501 North Star Road, Columbus, OH 43221. Parking is located behind the front of the building, off of College Hill Drive.
Nearby Hotel Options:
TownePlace Suites by Marriott® Columbus North-OSU
- 1640 W. Lane Avenue, Columbus, OH 43221
- T (614) 486-5433
- OFDA has a limited room block for $149 plus tax for a 1-night stay on Monday, October 28th.
- Last day to book with the discounted room block rate is Monday, October 7th
Alternate Nearby Option: Homewood Suites by Hilton® Columbus/OSU
- 1576 W. Lane Avenue, Columbus, OH 43221
- T (614) 488-1500
Meet Your Trainers:
The ICCFA Arranger Training program is presented by Glenda Stansbury and Poul Lemasters, Esq., two people who have the knowledge and experience to help you understand the arranger side of cremation.
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Poul Lemasters, Esq. Poul Lemasters is a well-known presenter to the deathcare profession. He uses his unique background in both deathcare and law to provide resources and counsel to other deathcare professionals. He assists in risk management, daily operational conflicts, form and contract reviews, valuations, and regulatory matters. Poul advises several funeral home, crematory, cemetery, and trade associations across the United States including ICCFA, PLPA, CCC, and the NCBVA. He is also the author of Cover Your Ass – The ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Business. |
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Glenda Stansbury, MA, CFSP Glenda Stansbury joined InSight in 1996 as Marketing & Development Director. She has worked as an educator, teacher trainer, and seminar developer. She is a practicing Celebrant, adjunct professor at the University of Central Oklahoma Funeral Department and is a licensed funeral director/embalmer. She is also a recipient of the ICCFA Education Foundation's Lasting Impact Award and of the 2021 Death Care Rockstar of the Year award from the Parting Stone Cremation Rocks Awards. |
