MFDA Transfer Care Specialist Training
 

MFDA's 7-hour Transfer Care Specialist (TCS) training program registration is open on our website. Attending TCS training is required to register a TCS with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). 

Registration Fee (includes funeral home training checklist and TCS training certificate of completion):

• MFDA Members: $295 per person
• Non-members: $895 per person
  

Dates and Locations:

• Future trainings to be available on-demand virtually beginning in January

Schedule:

9:00am-12:00pm TCS Training with Scheduled Breaks

12:00pm-12:30pm Lunch Break

12:30pm-4:30pm TCS Training Continues with Scheduled Breaks

Certificates of TCS Training completion will be emailed to attendees at the end of training.  After completing the training you can register with MDH Mortuary Science Section here.

Meet Our Trainer:

Kelley Romanowski

Kelley obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota Program of Mortuary Science in 2001 and is a Minnesota licensed Mortician. She worked in Minnesota’s capital city for a family-owned corporation for just over 11 years. She then transitioned her career to serving funeral directors that were caring for donors. Kelley advocated for funeral directors and offered on-site embalming and restoration assistance along with CEU educational opportunities. She worked at an organ procurement organization for 12 years. In the spring of 2020, Kelley became a Teaching Specialist with the program of Mortuary Science at the University of Minnesota. She instructs Pathology and Microbiology for Funeral Service; Restorative Art lecture and lab, Embalming lab; and Funeral Service Rites and Customs. Kelley became a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner in 2021 and continues to identify educational opportunities to enhance her practice and Mortuary Science students she is privileged to educate. In addition to instructing, she performs trade work, consulting, and offers professional education for funeral directors. 

What is a TCS?

A TCS is an individual registered with the MDH commissioner in accordance with section 149A.47 and is authorized to perform the removal of a dead human body from the place of death under the direct supervision of a licensed mortician. This law went into effect July 1, 2024. Learn more about MFDA's priority TCS legislation, as well as other industry legislation from the 2024 session. 

A Minnesota licensed mortician, who is employed by a licensed funeral home, may supervise up to four (4) TCS at any one time. TCS registration fee is $226 per person for initial and renewal registration with MDH. 

MFDA Transfer Care Specialist CEUs

A transfer care specialist (TCS) must complete three (3) hours of continuing education annually on content described in clauses (1) to (3) below and submit evidence of completion with the individual's registration renewal.

(1) ethical care and transportation procedures for a deceased person;
(2) health and safety concerns to the public and the individual performing the transfer of the deceased person, and the use of universal precautions and other reasonable precautions to minimize the risk for transmitting communicable diseases; and
(3) all relevant state and federal laws and regulations related to the transfer and transportation of deceased persons.

MFDA option for TCS staff to attend virtually via Zoom:

MFDA members can register free of charge - please see registration page for non-member registration fees. Become an MFDA member firm now for 2025 and register your TCS staff for free! 

Annual OSHA Training

Transfer Care Specialists: 1 CEU

Wednesday, December 11 at 2:00pm-3:00pm - Register Here

Additional virtual CEU options offered by other resources are listed below:

NFDA Options - Discounts for NFDA members!:

Funeral Service Ethics (2 CE Hours)

Professional Ethics in Funeral Service: NFDA's Code of Professional Conduct (1 CE Hour)

Understanding The Practice Of The FTC Funeral Rule (3 CE Hours)

Additional NFDA Webinars free for NFDA members

Other Online Web Options:

OSHA Workplace Rights – 1 CEU

Overview

The Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970 created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to reduce workplace hazards and implement safety programs, granting employees new rights and responsibilities. This course covers these rights and responsibilities, promoting cooperation between employees and employers for safer workplaces. For current OSHA compliance, consult the latest administrative interpretations and court decisions.

Learning Objectives

• Become familiar with the various OSHA standards protecting workers rights.
• Familiarize themselves with the proper procedures to report unsafe work environments
• Understand how OSHA will respond to various incidents
• Identify the proper authority and contact information at the various OSHA departments.

Designed For: Funeral professionals at all stages in their careers

Exam Requirements: Self-study exams are open-book and do not require a monitor.

https://www.webce.com/MNFuneral/catalog/courses/course-information/funeral-ce/course/244423

Complying With The FTC Funeral Rule – 2 CEUs

$18.00

The material in this course is intended to clarify necessary practices in order to comply with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Funeral Rule. All funeral providers are required to abide by this law so that consumers receive fair and accurate services when making funeral arrangements.

https://www.funeralcontinuingeducation.com/minnesota

OSHA Compliance For Funeral Homes – 2 CEUs

$18.00

This course will educate Funeral Professionals on the OSHA Act, OSHA requirements for Funeral Homes, and will review the specific safety requirements for funeral home employees and owners. It will help Practitioners understand OSHA compliance requirements and the General Duty clause as well as OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.

https://www.funeralcontinuingeducation.com/minnesota

OSHA Essentials – 2 CEUs

A very worthwhile review of OSHA standards, including a description of what to expect if an OSHA official comes to visit. This course may be taken in addition to the REQUIRED ANNUAL INTERACTIVE OSHA course, but it does NOT replace the required annual interactive course.

https://www.apexces.com/funeral-ce-continuing-education/minnesota/96#361