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Funeral Home Manager

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AVG. SALARY

$72,600

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EDUCATION

Associate's degree

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JOB OUTLOOK

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What To Learn

High School

What high school courses should you take if you're interested in this career? Get your answers from the Human Services cluster Personal Care Services pathway.

Beyond High School

Here's a list of programs that you should consider if you're interested in this career:

Education Level

Education training and experience are required at different levels for success in different occupations.

Associate's degree

An associate's degree in funeral service or mortuary science is the typical education requirement for funeral service workers. Most employers require applicants to be 21 years old, have 2 years of formal education, have supervised training, and pass a state licensing exam. Funeral home managers typically have multiple years of experience working as a funeral director or mortician before becoming managers.

Extra Requirements

Most states and Washington, DC, require workers to be licensed. An exception is Colorado, which offers a voluntary certification program. The Cremation Association of North America (CANA); International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA); and the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) offer crematory certification designations. Many states require certification for those who will perform cremations. For specific requirements, contact your state board or the relevant professional organizations.

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