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CIP PROGRAM: 12.0303
Mortuary Science and Embalming/Embalmer.

Summary: A program that prepares individuals for licensure as embalmers and morticians. Includes instruction in pathogenic microbiology, systematic pathology, thanatochemistry, gross anatomy, clinical mortuary science, embalming, restorative art, applicable laws and regulations, and special services such as cremation and preparations required by specific religious communities.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Related Occupations

There are no occupations related specifically to this program.

National Completion Rate Trends

Year Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's
2020 81 - -
2021 97 - -
2022 32 - -
2023 35 - -
2024 29 - -
Change -56.79% - -

Related CIPs

12 CULINARY, ENTERTAINMENT, AND PERSONAL SERVICES.
12.03 Funeral Service and Mortuary Science.
12.0301 Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General.
12.0302 Funeral Direction/Service.
12.0303 Mortuary Science and Embalming/Embalmer.
12.0399 Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, Other.

Institutions granting degrees in Mortuary Science and Embalming/Embalmer.

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