Mortuary training offers instruction in embalming, mortuary sciences, and funeral directing. Mortuary training courses take approximately one year to complete. An associate degree in funeral service management and specialized technology may require an additional two to four years of formal mortuary training.

Some mortuary training programs are available at trade schools and vocational schools, as well as community colleges. Many colleges and universities also offer mortuary training. Topics of study can include human anatomy, physiology, pathology, embalming, environmental health, statistics, restorative art, business administration, accounting, client services, and computers. Additional mortuary training subjects will include social sciences, religious studies, business law, psychology, counseling, oral and written communication, and ethics, giving students a well-rounded education.

In addition, mortuary training programs may include lecture courses to develop student awareness and understanding for community and public relations, telephone communications, death and children, and more. Mortuary training programs can include on-site visits to vault and casket companies, crematoriums, monument dealerships, and funeral homes.

Some programs in mortuary training will include hands-on training in a licensed funeral home for gaining practical experience. Proper mortuary training programs are accredited and should meet funeral service state licensure requirements.

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