Learn how to plan and direct funeral ceremonies, support grieving families and apply the laws and regulations that govern the funeral profession in the Province of Alberta. Demonstrate facial reconstruction and restorative art techniques and complete the embalming process with all appropriate infection control measures in place. Integrating theory and practice, you will gain new skills in the health sciences, restorative art, funeral directing, embalming, business, microbiology, psychology, laws and regulations and conflict resolution. Our diploma prepares students to be licensed as a funeral director and as an embalmer in the Province of Alberta and is the credential preferred by most funeral home employers. Complete the program within 1 to 6 years. |
| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 58] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86]
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| Application Notes : | All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency if their primary or first language (meaning the main language learned and used as a child) is not English. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Applicants must present evidence of funeral-related experience in one of the following ways: - Complete the MRU Introduction to Funeral Service course or - Complete a minimum of 14 hours of documented work or volunteer experience within a funeral home |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.