Mount Royal University

Embalmer Certificate

Mount Royal University

Faculty:Funeral Service Education
Degree:Certificate; Co-op
Field of Study:Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
Length:12 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,227
International: $15,998

Description:

Our Embalmer Certificate prepares students to be licensed as an embalmer, specializing in embalming and restorative arts and completing the embalming process within the provincial framework and the acts and regulations governing funeral service in the Province of Alberta.

Learn reconstruction and restorative art techniques, cosmetics, hairstyling, infection control, cultural traditions and be versed in preparations while maintaining the utmost respect and dignity for the deceased. Integrating theory and practice, you will gain new skills in the health sciences, arterial injection embalming, laws and regulations and restorative art. 

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Applicants are not required to meet the General Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University programs; however, they must complete the following requirements to be considered for admission.


    Transcripts:

    Applicants are not required to provide transcripts from any previous high school or post-secondary institutions unless they intend to use them to meet English Language Proficiency.


    Additional Criteria:

    In addition to completing the requirements indicated above, applicants must present evidence of funeral-related experience in one of the following ways.


    General Information:

    For all other admission information such as commonly asked, questions and dates and deadlines visit the admission site. Applicants will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis for this program.

    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Pearson Test of English (Academic)

    * 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.

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