End of Life Ceremonies

The funeral profession has been static for a long time. 

We like to do things differently!

The 2025 course now includes a series of on-demand videos and deeper focus in writing eulogies . 

*Sign up below!  Course dates October 5 - November 9, 2025

End of Life Celebrations

All new for 2025! Inquire via the application form for more information.

  • Live online Instruction and on-demand videos for a total of 16 class hours
  • Covers the full variety of end-of-life ceremonies
  • Covers challenges specific to POC, LGBTQ+ and women 
  • Tested, effective tools/templates
  • College-level curriculum 
  • Access to Resource Library
  • Lifelong mentors & community 
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Celebrant Academy is very excited to share that our End of Life Course is being updated to better serve YOU! 

An increasing number of people do not identify with a religion, creating an extensive need for secular services of all typesparticularly when it comes to celebrating the end of a life. 

During this course, we share deep and valuable knowledge with you on creating and conducting compassionate and personal end of life ceremonies.

Our course content has been restructured to include On-Demand Videos, along with In-Class Zoom Meetings. 

Associate Celebrant Certificate

New and improved course content!

  • Performing Rituals
  • Ceremony Writing for Weddings
  • Public Speaking & Presentation
  • End of Life Celebrations
  • Earn Associate Certificate in End of Life Celebrations
  • Lifelong Community & Resources

The foremost training for nonreligious funeral celebrants. Complete your course ready to conduct these rewarding ceremonies.

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Meet Our Expert Instructor, Beth Stokes!

Seven years ago I looked for a role that provided meaning, beauty, and significance to peopleand that allowed me to be creative, challenged and flexible professionally. In funeral celebrancy I found a livelihood that does all that and more. It's profound, humbling, and deeply kind work to do. Read a Q&A with Beth! 

Prospective students must apply. Only 12 accepted per cohort!

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