Crematory Operator

The SIU Mortuary Science and Funeral Service Program is proud to be a state of Illinois approved provider of two crematory operator courses. The initial licensing of crematory operator and continued licensing courses are offered online for your convenience. These courses are provided as a demonstration of our commitment to serving our partners and community.
Our highly selective program is just one of six programs in the nation to offer a bachelor’s degree in mortuary science and funeral service. The State of Illinois Comptroller’s Office is the approver of our certification. Participants will receive 2.0 credits upon successful completion of the course, extending their license as an operator.
We are accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Graduates of our program meet the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation licensing requirement.
Cremation License Continuing Education (Option 1)
For those who already have the crematory license, this is a 2.0 credit hour course required by the State of Illinois to keep your license current. Participants will engage in an online review of basic operator principles as a refresher to their current operator license guidelines. Upon completion, participants will earn the professional study credits of 2.0 hours and receive a certificate of completion.
Target Audience: Funeral Directors, crematory operators, and cremation professionals
Course length: Approximately 2 hours
Cost: $98
Time: Course is self-paced and accessed through a link provided to you once you complete the registration.
Crematory Operator Certification (Option 2)
Course is anticipated to start in summer 2025
This is the initial course needed to obtain a Crematory Operator License. Upon completion, participants will receive certification as an operator.
Target Audience: Funeral Directors, eligible funeral staff who do not yet have a crematory license.
Course length: Approximately 7 hours
Cost: $395
Time: Course is self-paced and accessed through a link provided to you once you complete the registration.
Accommodations and Refunds
Course access begins immediately upon payment. Our courses are designed to meet compliance with WCAG and the Americans with Disabilities Act, some learnes have a special accomodation needs. If you need to request reasonable accomodations, pleas reach out to us via email before registering.
Refunds, minus a $15 service fee, will be made if the request is received 2 weeks prior to course start date.
Additional Information
Participants have 90 days to complete the certification and recertification courses from the time of registration. Access to courses is immediate.
Instructor Contact Information
Robert Broomfield
Phone: (618) 453-7287
Email: broomr@siu.edu
Available Modules
Product Name | Date | Location | Delivery Method | Seats Remaining | Price | |
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Name: Cremation License Continuing Education | Date: Open Enrollment | Location: Online | Delivery: on-demand course | Seats Remaining: 36 | Price: $98.00 |