NFDA to Host Certified Celebrant Training Seminars May 21, 2024 As families' wishes continue to evolve, it is more important than ever to offer a variety of services that exceed their expectations. To help you meet the needs of families not affiliated with a religion or church – or who simply want something a little different when planning a service – NFDA is again partnering with InSight Institute to host Certified Celebrant Training seminars in June and October. With fewer families incorporating religious rites into funeral and memorial services, many funeral directors see certified celebrants as a way to meet the needs of non-religious families and those who may see themselves as spiritual but are not affiliated with a church or religion. A certified celebrant works with the funeral director to provide families with a funeral, memorial service or tribute that is personalized and tailored to reflect the personality and lifestyle of the deceased. The Certified Celebrant Training seminars hosted by NFDA will be conducted by InSight Institute’s expert trainers. In a creative and collaborative environment, attendees will develop such skills as: Articulating the Value of the Funeral Facilitating Family Meetings Using Music and Readings Resources Art of Ceremonial Writing Presentation Skills How to Serve as a Master of Ceremonies Developing the Celebrant Concept in the Community And much more The seminars will be held: June 19-21, Brookfield, WI – NFDA Headquarters - Click Here to Register Now! October 18-20, New Orleans, LA – in conjunction with the 2024 NFDA Convention (registrations opens June 3) For more information, visit NFDA.org/Celebrant or call 800-228-6332.