Describe careers associated with mortuary science.

Description should include

  • funeral director
  • embalmer
  • funeral service licensee
  • counselors (e.g., pre-need, grief)
  • after-care coordinator
  • crematory operator
  • anatomical programs
    • lab assistants
    • diener

and the requirements for each in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Process/Skill Questions: 

  • What is the difference between a dual license and a specific license?
  • What requirements must be met to become a licensed professional in mortuary science?
  • What are the barrier crimes to being licensed as a funeral director?
  • How often does the Virginia Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers require license renewal?