Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Service
The Program
The Green Burial Council and Redesigning the End are partnering to provide the Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Services. This 13 module program is designed for practitioners interested in environmentally sustainable funeral services. This two-part program is the first of its kind in the nation and gives students a dynamic foundation for offering green alternatives in their community. Obtaining the Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Service consists of two parts- passing the course Green Funeral Services and passing the GBC’s Proficiency Exam.
The Course
This 13 module course is designed to teach funeral professionals how to curate environmentally sustainable business practices. The course covers family and professionally directed home vigils, disposition options, innovations in funeral service, and adaptations funeral professionals can make to meet the changing environmental and cultural expectations of the families they serve.
Course Format
Changing Landscapes: Exploring the growth of ethical, compassionate, and environmentally sustainable green funeral service; by Lee Webster is the companion text for the course. Like the course itself, this book provides multiple perspectives from experts in the field. Follow the link to the book above to purchase it now.
The Proficiency Exam
The GBC proficiency exam was created by a committee of experts in green funeral service and continues to be updated every two years. Items for the exam are based on standards created by the GBC, the course, and includes ethical and practical considerations from contributing experts. Not only will you advance your knowledge in the field, this distinction will also allow you to show your community the commitment you make to the earth, even in death.
After passing Green Funeral Services with Redesigning the End, simply click on Become Certified to get started on the Proficiency Exam. Here are some helpful tips before you do: Guide 2. By submitting the certificate fee ($150) and passing the assessment, you will earn a Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Service. Your contribution will be used to create and promote future educational opportunities for professionals and the community. Thank you for your commitment to green funeral service education!
The Green Burial Council and Redesigning the End are partnering to provide the Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Services. This 13 module program is designed for practitioners interested in environmentally sustainable funeral services. This two-part program is the first of its kind in the nation and gives students a dynamic foundation for offering green alternatives in their community. Obtaining the Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Service consists of two parts- passing the course Green Funeral Services and passing the GBC’s Proficiency Exam.
The Course
This 13 module course is designed to teach funeral professionals how to curate environmentally sustainable business practices. The course covers family and professionally directed home vigils, disposition options, innovations in funeral service, and adaptations funeral professionals can make to meet the changing environmental and cultural expectations of the families they serve.
Course Format
- Self-directed learning online
- Recorded instruction
- Guest experts/video presentations
- Readings and video assignments
- Independent research
- Access to broad range of resource lists and links
- Access to instructors
Changing Landscapes: Exploring the growth of ethical, compassionate, and environmentally sustainable green funeral service; by Lee Webster is the companion text for the course. Like the course itself, this book provides multiple perspectives from experts in the field. Follow the link to the book above to purchase it now.
The Proficiency Exam
The GBC proficiency exam was created by a committee of experts in green funeral service and continues to be updated every two years. Items for the exam are based on standards created by the GBC, the course, and includes ethical and practical considerations from contributing experts. Not only will you advance your knowledge in the field, this distinction will also allow you to show your community the commitment you make to the earth, even in death.
After passing Green Funeral Services with Redesigning the End, simply click on Become Certified to get started on the Proficiency Exam. Here are some helpful tips before you do: Guide 2. By submitting the certificate fee ($150) and passing the assessment, you will earn a Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Service. Your contribution will be used to create and promote future educational opportunities for professionals and the community. Thank you for your commitment to green funeral service education!
Partnering with the Green burial Council to inform professionals about environmentally responsible funeral service
Instructors |
Green Funeral Service Proficient Award Recipients |
Samuel Cline Perry, mortician and instructor
Lee Webster, designer, educator, and writer
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Michelle Acciavatti
Elwynn Gene Allen David Anderson April Bradley Garrett Calloway Kaitlin Fairchild Debra Freeman Scott Gatze Susan Hughes Stephanie Johnson Jennifer Keeney Rachel Justine-Harris Manuel de Jesus Osorio |
Leta Keane
Meghan King Kendell Klein Deborah Lampkin Vero McCulloh Joshua Moon Nora Pavone Patricia Quigley Kellie Rogers Mary Rutan Brian Schreck Joshua Taylor Molly Welch |
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