Graduates are fully prepared to take the National Board Examination for Funeral Service and begin a meaningful career serving individuals, families, and communities.
Why Consider Funeral Services?
- You can make a meaningful difference by providing respectful, compassionate care to families as they navigate the loss of a loved one.
- Carrying out activities ranging from embalming and restorative care to arranging funeral services interests you.
- You can approach funerals, burials, and cremations with calm professionalism.
- Providing comfort and support to families and friends during times of loss comes naturally to you.
Why Learn at Թ?
- This is a shared program. You'll complete your general education courses through Թ during your first two terms, then take core Funeral Service courses in person at Milwaukee Area Technical College during your third and fourth terms.
- Start in fall or spring.
- Our low faculty-to-student ratio allows you to get to know your faculty and classmates.
- Academic, personal, and financial resources are available to support your success.
What It Takes
- Empathy and a relationship-focused approach to working with people
- Management and organizational skills to coordinate arrangements, services, visitations, and ceremonies
- Interest in learning federal, state, and local laws regarding funeral service proceedings
- Willingness to be responsible for preparing human remains
Shared Program Details
- This program is shared with Milwaukee Area Technical College. Students follow MATC’s and Թ’s admission processes prior to enrolling in term one of the program. Թ cannot admit students until they are accepted by MATC.
- The first two terms of the program are offered through Թ to make starting the program more convenient for local students. The third and fourth terms are taken in person at MATC. Graduates of the program will earn their degree from MATC.
- A Funeral Services Apprenticeship course involving two eight-hour days is required before completing the Funeral Services petition process with MATC.
- It’s important to stay connected with your Admissions Advisor and Program Counselor throughout your time in this program to ensure a smooth transition to MATC.
