FD1: Understanding the Functions and Responsibilities of the Modern Funeral Director

This in-depth module explores the evolving role of the modern Funeral Director, covering everything from traditional and non-traditional funeral practices to legal requirements, faith and cultural considerations, and responding to industry changes. It equips professionals with the knowledge and adaptability needed to provide dignified and inclusive funeral services in an ever-changing landscape. Learning outcomes:

• Understand the function, responsibilities and attributes associated with the role of the modern Funeral Director.
• Be able to conduct both burial and cremation funerals.
• Be able to evaluate the funeral process.
• Be able to respond appropriately to non-traditional funerals, unusual requests and unexpected occurrences during the funeral process.
• Understand the differing approaches to funerals which enable rite of passage and the requirements of people with different faith and beliefs.
• Learn the legal and social importance of equality and diversity to the funeral profession.
• Understand the impact of changing trends to funerals and the funeral profession.
• Understand the legal and procedural requirements relating to body donation and the disposal of body parts.
• Learn about the impact of a pandemic to the funeral sector.
• Understand the legal and procedural requirements relating to the exhumation of a body or cremated ashes.