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Students in this program learn about mortuary law, restorative art, funeral directing, embalming and psychology of grief.

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STLCC Funeral Programs

Funeral Service Education Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Offered through Human Studies @ Forest Park. This program prepares students for an entry-level position as a funeral director and embalmer in a funeral home. Students will learn about mortuary law, restorative art, funeral directing, embalming and psychology of grief.
Funeral Directing, Certificate of Specialization (CS)
Offered through Human Studies @ Forest Park. This program prepares students for licensure as a funeral director and entry-level employment in a Missouri funeral establishment, as well as other states with similar licensing regulations. Funeral directors use counseling skills to assist families in coping with grief, adjusting to new situations and making appropriate funeral arrangements. This nontechnical certificate is geared toward the business and public relations aspects of operating a funeral home, and does not include courses in embalming.

The Funeral Service degree program at St. Louis Community College is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) 992 Mantua Pike, Suite 108, Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097 (816) 233-3747. National Board Examination scores, scholarship information, graduation rates and employment rates for this and other ABFSE accredited programs are available.

MO Laws, Rules & Regulations Examination Candidate Handbook

MO Laws, Rules & Regulations Examination Candidate Handbook
The International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards

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The candidate handbook was designed to help you register and sit for the Laws, Rules, and Regulations Examination. This is not a complicated process, but it is important that you follow the registration steps carefully. Missing a step or making a mistake during registration can delay your examination, or prevent you from taking it entirely. Take the time to read through the handbook before you start to register—it will make the examination process easier for you along the way.
The International Conference of Funeral Service Directors

MO State Regulations in Funeral Service Licensing, Continuing Education and Pre-need

Board of Embalmers & Funeral Directors
Missouri Division of Professional Registration