What kind of education is needed to become a funeral home director?

Answer 1

To become a funeral director, one must complete a specified number of college hours dictated by the state of desired practice. Upon the completion of such hours, one must enroll into a Mortuary Science program that has a national accreditation. Such programs typically last about a year. In addition to formal academics, one must also complete an "apprenticeship" that typically lasts at least a year. There are also tests that must be completed on the state and national level before a license may be issued (in most states). Once licensed, an individual must also complete any applicable continuing education requirements that may be required in their state.

Answer 2

To become a funeral director, there are various key skills one must have. These include excellent communication skills and the ability to behave in an appropriate and sensible manner during situations that may be quite distressing. In order to become a funeral director, it might be sensible to start out being a funeral service operative and once you begin you would normally receive on the job training.