What education to you need to become a mortician?

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what education to you need to become a mortician

Answer 1

The following will cover what you need. Basically, it is an associate degree (2 year program) w/ internship or apprenticeship for a few years (prove yourself period).

Here is some information from the National Funeral Directors Association:

Educational Requirements

The following is a summary of basic educational requirements for most states. Please contact the funeral service college of your choice for specific education guidelines.

* A high school diploma or equivalent.

* An Associate Degree, or its credit hour equivalent, a portion of which is in funeral service education.

* Passing a state and/or national board licensing examination.

* An internship or apprenticeship ranging from one to three years.

* Many states require that funeral directors meet continuing education requirements to maintain licensure. (See State Boards and Licensing Requirements Information)

Answer 2

The following will cover what you need. Basically, it is an associate degree (2 year program) w/ internship or apprenticeship for a few years (prove yourself period).

Here is some information from the National Funeral Directors Association:

Educational Requirements

The following is a summary of basic educational requirements for most states. Please contact the funeral service college of your choice for specific education guidelines.

    * A high school diploma or equivalent.

    * An Associate Degree, or its credit hour equivalent, a portion of which is in funeral service education.

    * Passing a state and/or national board licensing examination.

    * An internship or apprenticeship ranging from one to three years.

    * Many states require that funeral directors meet continuing education requirements to maintain licensure. (See State Boards and Licensing Requirements Information)