Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The NextGen Seminar is the only annual gathering designed specifically for aspiring and early-career leaders,
directors and owners within the funeral service profession. Over four unforgettable days, you’ll gain the skills,
strategies and connections to lead your firm—and your career—into the future.
For immediate questions, email Selected Headquarters or call 800-323-4219.
NextGen Seminar FAQ Categories:
GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION
- What is the NextGen Seminar?
The NextGen Seminar is the only annual gathering designed specifically for aspiring and early-career leaders, directors and owners within the funeral service profession. Over four unforgettable days, you’ll gain the skills, strategies and connections to lead your firm—and your career—into the future.
- When is the 2027 NextGen Seminar being held?
January 24 - 28, 2027
- Do I have to be a member of Selected to attend the NextGen Seminar?
As always, non-members are welcome to register and participate in continuing education sessions. We do, however, keep specific members-only sessions as noted in the agenda. Non-members can contact meetings@selectedfuneralhomes.org for more information and to obtain the registration form for non-members desiring CE.
- Do I have to be a NextGen Community member to attend the NextGen Seminar?
All members are welcome to register and participate in the NextGen Seminar. You do not need to be a member of the NextGen Community to attend.
- Who is the Program Sponsor for the NextGen Seminar?
Selected is grateful to the generous support of Kelco for providing continued sponsorship and making resources available to offer the NextGen Seminar.
- Will the NextGen Seminar be available both in-person and via a virtual format?
Upon review of feedback provided by the NextGen Community, the preferred format for the Seminar is in person. Selected will not be providing a virtual component, but the meeting archive webpage will be updated with meeting information after the event.
MEETING AND HOTEL INFORMATION
- How do I register for the NextGen Seminar?
Online registration for members will be accessible on Selected’s NextGen Seminar landing page or by clicking here.
- Are there registration fees for the 2027 NextGen Seminar and what does it include?
Registration fees for the first participant from a firm is $825 (after Monday, December 7, the price is $875) and each additional participant is $595. Registration includes admission to meeting sessions, beverage hospitality during meeting sessions and Welcome Reception/Dinner on Sunday, January 24.
- Is there an Early Bird rate to register?
Participants who register on or before Monday, December 7 will receive the Early Bird first rate of $825. After December 7, the rate is $875. Each additional participant from the same firm can register at a rate of $595 at any time.
- Where is the 2027 NextGen Seminar hotel?
Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana
Playa, Punta Cana 23301
Dominican Republic
- How do I book a reservation at the hotel?
Selected's specially negotiated rate of $239/per person/per night for Jr. Suite Pool View rooms at the Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana is available until our room block fills. Members are strongly encouraged to book a reservation as soon as possible for best availability. Once our room block fills, the hotel will determine if rooms are available and at what rate. Selected reserves the right to cancel any hotel reservation in the room block that is not connected to a registered meeting participant.
Click here to view Hotel Reservation Instructions.
- What is the refund policy if I cancel or can’t participate in the 2027 NextGen Seminar?
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to send a substitute. Simply email meetings@selectedfuneralhomes.org or call 800-323-4219 to provide the name and email address of the substitute. Cancellation of registration received prior to December 8, 2026 will result in a full refund, less a service charge of $100. Selected regrets that refunds will not be given for no-shows or cancellations after December 8, 2026. Any requests for exceptions to the cancellation/refund policy must be submitted in writing by the registrant with appropriate documentation no later than January 29, 2027. After that time, no refund considerations will be made.
- How do non-Selected members register for the NextGen Seminar?
Non-members can contact meetings@selectedfuneralhomes.org for more information and to obtain the registration form for non-members desiring CE.
EDUCATION
- How many continuing education credits can I qualify for?
Selected has applied for 8.0 hours of continuing education credit to the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice and all states requiring CE. For a list of approvals received, click here.
NOTE: Selected does not make application to Canadian Provinces for continuing education credit. However, Selected can provide a letter verifying attendance at the meeting as well as the application submitted to the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice for individual use if desired.
- What is the full meeting agenda?
The full meeting agenda is available on the NextGen Seminar homepage.
- Do I get CE credits if I only participate in a few sessions?
It is the participant’s responsibility to confirm that the session(s) has been approved by your state and/or that your state offers CE credit for individual sessions. Some states require attendance in the entire meeting to receive credit and do not award partial credit.
- When will I be able to access session content after the NextGen Seminar is over (slides, handouts, etc.)?
As at previous NextGen Seminars, available slides, handouts and other materials will be available on the NextGen Archives in the weeks following the meeting conclusion.