24th - 26th February 2027
Why the Education Seminar?
The Seminar is a 3-day residential event that brings together ICCM Diploma students to work on assignments in a supportive and conducive environment. With tutors and ICCM Officers online and in person to give guidance and support, the Seminar is designed to ensure that delegates gain the maximum benefit from studying for their Diploma.
"Well organised, friendly environment and supportive tutors."
A 2026 Attendee
The 2027 Education Seminar will take place from the 24th – 26th February 2027 at the Hillscourt Centre, Rose Hill, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8RS. Hillscourt is owned by the NASUWT and provides a blend of modern purpose-built training facilities and more traditional meeting rooms situated in the original Victorian house.
"It was really useful to have 2 full days set aside specifically to gain an in depth understanding of Crematorium Management. I enjoyed networking with staff from other Local Authority areas to discuss how they operate within their Crematoria. "
A 2025 attendee
The Seminar starts with a ‘Getting to Know You’ session where everyone meets the tutors, ICCM Officers, Exhibitors and fellow students. This is a useful way to ‘break the ice’ and to ensure that students get to know who else is studying with them. Working groups are then formed and assignments set, which are then worked on for the rest of the Seminar. Everyone who attends will have the opportunity to complete and be assessed on at least one assignment – many complete more and some complete a whole unit.
"I particularly enjoyed the focused and supportive learning environment the Education Seminar created. Having uninterrupted time to work on assignments with tutors on hand for immediate guidance was incredibly helpful. I also appreciated the chance to share ideas with fellow students, hear different perspectives, and build relationships across the profession. The atmosphere was positive and motivating, and the mix of structured learning, collaboration, and informal discussions made the whole experience both productive and enjoyable."
A 2026 Attendee
What are the benefits of attending?
- Fast-track ICCM Diploma study
- Meet Stratford Business School tutors – online or in person
- Meet ICCM officers to discuss specific issues
- Networking at a national level
- Update knowledge of current issues
- Meet exhibitors from sector suppliers
- Work hard, play hard! – There are opportunities for fun as well as study.
Why is the seminar so valuable to Diploma Students?
- For those studying Cemetery Management, Crematorium Management, Managing Operations and Teams, and Cemetery and Crematorium Law, access to tutors will be in person at the Seminar.
- For those studying Marketing Essentials, Understanding and Leading Change, and Natural Burial Ground Management, access to tutors will be online.
Programme Outline
Please note this is an outline only and is subject to change.
Day 1 - Wednesday 24th February
12.30 - 13.30 Arrival, registration & lunch
13.30 - 13.45 Opening of the Seminar and orientation
13.45 - 14.45 Meet your tutor – Assignment Setting
14.45 - 15.00 Refreshments in the Exhibition
15.00 - 17.30 Assignment working groups
19.00 - Evening meal and Quiz Part 1
Day 2 - Thursday 25th February
09.00 - 10.30 Assignment working groups
10.30 - 10.45 Refreshments in the Exhibition
10.45 - 12.30 Assignment working groups
12.30 - 13.30 Lunch
13.30 - 15.15 Assignment working groups
15.15 - 15.30 Refreshments in the Exhibition
15.30 - 18.00 Assignment working groups
19.00 - Evening meal and Quiz Part 2
(with prizes kindly donated by the exhibitors)
Day 3 - Friday 26th February
09.00 - 10.30 Assignment working groups
10.30 - 10.45 Refreshments in the Exhibition
10.45 - 11.00 Feedback session
11.00 - 13.00 Assignment working groups
13.00 - End of Seminar
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