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Accredited mortuary programs are available from a variety of schools and colleges allowing you to obtain the degree you desire. Mortuary or funeral home professionals are trained in a number of areas and have the skills and knowledge to perform a variety of tasks, and to provide compassionate and individualized services to families dealing with a death.
Students who wish to train in this area can study anatomy, pathology, physiology, embalming techniques, business management, restorative art, and more. Some states require that students include experience as an apprentice in their education, and must also take a state exam in order to obtain their degree and license.
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You can train to be a funeral home director, embalmer, mortuary beautician, funeral
counselor, funeral attendant, coroner, autopsy assistant, undertaker, and more. With the proper education you will obtain a degree or certificate and the knowledge needed to achieve you personal career goals. Any one of the number of professions in this field can allow you to provide guidance and compassion to others, careers in this field can take a mental and physical toll, so be sure it is the right one for you.
Accredited schools and colleges offer students the opportunity to study programs like physiology, anatomy, embalming techniques, pathology, business management, restorative art, accounting, and funeral home management as well as client services. Coursework can also include social sciences,
religions and culture, ethics, psychology, oral and written communication, grief counseling, funeral service law, and business law, depending on the degree or certificate desired.
Alongside the required coursework students must also include an apprenticeship in their studies to obtain hands on learning. Most apprenticeships can be completed during, before, or after attending school for your degree, and the required hours will depend on the state.
Many states require mortuary professionals to be licensed, and while laws vary by state, most students must serve an apprenticeship and pass the Funeral Service National Board Examination (NBE). State licensing exams usually consist of demonstrating practical skills, as well as written and oral parts. With a degree in this field continuing education credits can help mortuary professionals to maintain their licenses.
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The
American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) is one of several agencies approved to provide accreditation to schools and colleges that offer training in the mortuary field. By attending an educational program that carries full accreditation you can ensure that you will receive the best quality education possible.
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Explore PETAP.org to find out more about a career as a mortuary professional. By contacting several educational programs today and requesting more information you can start the path to the degree and career you desire.
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