This logo isn't an ad or affiliate link. It's an organization that shares in our mission, and empowered the authors to share their insights in Byte form.
Rumie vets Bytes for compliance with our
Standards.
The organization is responsible for the completeness and reliability of the content.
Learn more
about how Rumie works with partners.
What do funeral directors do?
Funeral planning — Pre-plan funerals for the living, and help people make plans for loved ones who've died.
Sales — Discuss funerals and suggest options to meet people’s budgets and needs.
Customer service — Support families through planning and hosting funerals.
Administration — Schedule and oversee events, do paperwork, and supervise staff.
Body preparation — Some funeral directors prepare bodies for funerals. This can include embalming, makeup, hair, and reconstruction work.
Quiz
What can you do as a funeral director to meet the needs of your clients?
Every culture has its own way of dealing with death. Cultural knowledge helps you anticipate needs and plan meaningful funerals.
Did you know?
Where do they work?
Running errands in the community
Quiz
Funeral directors have to travel for work. What do they need most?
Funeral directors need a license so they can take care of business and pick up new clients (ahem). Most funeral homes have a hearse or minivan you can take on errands.
What does a typical day look like?
The average day for a funeral director is anything but typical!
Quiz
Funeral directors see lots of different things at work. What should they focus on most?
People deal with grief in different ways. They might cry, laugh, or get angry. Funeral directors listen, reassure, and refer people to support groups if they need them.
Did you know?
How to become a funeral director
Funeral Director — Complete a one to two-year college program.
Funeral Director and Embalmer — Complete a two to three-year college program.
Do a twelve to twenty-month apprenticeship.
Get licensed — For details, check out professional certification and licensing.
An associate's or bachelor's degree at community college (two to four years)
Do a one to three-year apprenticeship
Get licensed. For details, check out How to become a funeral service worker.
You'll love this career if...
Take Action
If being a funeral director sounds like the career for you...
This Byte has been authored by
Kelly Dip
eLearning Developer