{"id":5048,"date":"2018-10-15T10:14:10","date_gmt":"2018-10-15T14:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/?p=5048"},"modified":"2025-01-06T12:11:12","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T17:11:12","slug":"how-to-become-a-mortician","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/how-to-become-a-mortician\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Mortician in Connecticut"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the nation\u2019s baby boomer population ages, the annual death rate across the United States is expected to rise, reports the U.S. Census Bureau<\/a>. This means the demand for funeral service professionals \u2013 including morticians \u2013 is rising at record-rates.<\/p>\n

If you are interested in becoming a mortician in Connecticut, rest assured that you will be pursuing a thriving, rewarding career path. Morticians \u2013 also referred to as undertakers, embalmers, and sometimes funeral directors \u2013 help grieving families plan funerals for their loved ones. They take care of the crucial details of a funeral service, such as preparing bodies for a ceremony (whether burial or cremation), performing rites, coordinating transportation, and arranging for the final disposition of the deceased. Morticians make a huge difference in the lives of families when they need it most, and are therefore some of the most valued workers in this profession. So, how do you get started?<\/p>\n

Connecticut Mortician Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Connecticut, morticians are required to have at least an associate degree in a related field, such as mortuary science. You will also need to earn national certification, as well as hours of on-the-job training, before beginning work. Below, Goodwin College outlines how to become a mortician in Connecticut, step-by-step.<\/p>\n

Steps to Becoming a Mortician in CT<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Consider applying to the Department of Public Health for registration as a Pre-Graduate Trainee <\/strong>\u2013 For those thinking of becoming a mortician in Connecticut, there is an option to familiarize yourself with the profession before committing to formal education. You can also complete some apprenticeship time (up to three months) as a Pre-Graduate Trainee, which will contribute to the full apprenticeship period (one year) needed to become a mortician in CT.<\/li>\n
  2. Earn an Associate Degree in Mortuary Science<\/strong> \u2013 Before getting started, take some time to research Mortuary Science schools across the state. Find a program that is accredited or approved by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. An associate degree from one of these programs will ensure a quality education, in which you will learn the ins and outs of a mortician\u2019s job responsibilities. For example, in Goodwin\u2019s Mortuary Science degree<\/a> program, you\u2019ll learn how to:\n