Education and Qualifications for Funeral Directors
- Intermediate Apprenticeships require some GCSEs with English and Maths.
- Advanced Apprenticeships require 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C).
Training and Licensing
- Vocational Education and Training course in funeral services can be useful.
- Training programs usually last one to three years.
- All states require funeral directors to be licensed and have at least an associate degree in mortuary science.
Requirements to Work as a Funeral Director in Ohio
- Earn a bachelor’s degree.
- Complete an accredited program at a mortuary school.
- One to two years of apprenticeship required.
- Ohio morticians must complete 18 hours of continuing education every two years for licensure.
Difference Between Funeral Director and Mortician
Funeral directors need to complete a formal education program in mortuary science, offered by community colleges, technical schools, or universities, typically taking two to four years. Most states require licensing, which generally includes an accredited mortuary science program, passing a state board exam, and an apprenticeship or internship.