(GA) The Fundamentals & Ethics Surrounding the Crematory
Wed, Feb 25
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Presented by Dr. Brad Kuchnicki of The Group and Funeral Compliance, LLC. The cremation process, from equipment and regulations to ethical considerations, operational procedures, legal obligations, and emerging disposition trends like aquamation
Time & Location
Feb 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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About the event
About this course:
THIS COURSE HAS BEEN ADDED TO OUR USUAL SCHEDULE FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THOSE GEORGIA LICENSEES IN NEED OF CREDITS BEFORE RENEWAL. It is also approved in several other states, see Registration Details below.
Dr. Brad Kuchnicki, funeral director and embalmer for 28 years, and OSHA-certified Occupational Safety Specialist and Outreach Trainer— as well as the Executive Director of The Group— will be presenting.
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the cremation process, blending technical knowledge with essential ethical considerations and an awareness of current industry trends. Participants will gain a solid understanding of cremation equipment, from basic mechanics to computer-aided and manual operation, and the critical role of temperature control in safety, ethical practice, and environmental responsibility. The course emphasizes the importance of realistic expectations for cremation timelines and the operator's responsibility to adhere to established limits. A thorough review of OSHA and EPA regulations reinforces the legal and ethical obligations of crematories and their staff. Participants will learn the detailed steps of the cremation process, underscoring the professionalism and ethical care required in preparing the final remains for families. The course delves into the ethical framework underpinning cremation practices, exploring the legal and liability factors that shape industry policies. Emerging technologies, such as aquamation, are examined as environmentally conscious alternatives, and the course addresses the ethical and environmental concerns surrounding traditional cremation methods. Current industry statistics on cremation, burial, and emerging disposition methods provide valuable context for understanding evolving consumer preferences. Finally, the course analyzes the complex ethical relationships between the crematory, the operator, and the families served, ensuring participants are prepared to navigate the ethical landscape of modern cremation services.
PLEASE READ REGISTRATION DETAILS BELOW BEFORE REGISTERING
Things to know when registering:
When registering attendees, please make sure that you include accurate license numbers, and each attendee's name exactly as it appears on their license! If the name is formatted differently or incomplete, your state may reject our submission of your attendance.
Also, you will receive an emailed link to attend the webinar to each email address registered, but each link can only be used once, and each email address can only be registered once, so please ensure you have discrete emails for each person attending!
Where is this Continuing Education course approved for credit?
This webinar is approved for 1 hour of Continuing Education credit in: Alabama (34-46-0175), Florida (404299), Georgia (FUNCE000036), Kentucky (26-TIFG-22-W), Louisiana, and Tennessee (19-075; in-person).
Where is the webinar hosted, and how does it work?
It will be held through the platform GoToWebinar in an interactive format, so you will need to have a computer or phone with camera and microphone capabilities to attend. You will receive an email with a link to the webinar as the date approaches, which you will use to attend. Each emailed link can only be used by one person, so be sure that each person registering uses a different email address.
You must be present for at least 50 minutes of the hour to receive credit for the webinar. If you are unable to be present for the entire course, please reach out to us and let us know— course purchases can be applied to future courses as per our Refund policy.
How will I receive my certificate of attendance?
After the course, you will be sent your certificate of attendance via email, as well.
I am a member firm/member firm employee— how do I register to attend for free?
Member staff can be registered through the member's login. When logged in to the site, the cost of registration will automatically be waived for all tickets registered. Each staff member attending will need to be registered individually, with a separate email address, for their attendance to be logged, reported, and credited!
Refund policy
If you are unable to attend a course you have purchased, no refunds will be issued, but your purchase can be applied to a future course.
Tickets
Registration
Sale ends
Feb 25, 2:40 PM
$25.00
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