Turn Compassion into a Career at Our Funeral Service School
- CheckmarkFlexible online and on-campus options
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Hands-on training
Build skills in embalming, restorative art, and funeral home operations through labs, internships, and immersive experiences.
Learn from industry experts
Study under experienced funeral directors who bring years of experience and compassion to the classroom.
Online or on-campus pathways
Complete your degree fully online or on campus, with both pathways designed to be completed in as few as 16 months full time.1
1 Additional time is required to complete prerequisite courses
Honor life with a degree in Funeral Services
Since the earliest days of humankind, funeral rites have brought meaning, healing, and closure to families and communities. Today, Funeral Service professionals carry on that legacy — providing dignity for the departed and comfort for those left behind.
At Goodwin University, our Funeral Service program prepares you not only with technical knowledge but also with the empathy and leadership skills needed to guide families through life’s most difficult moments.
Get Started TodayFlexible pathways to your Funeral Service degree
Our Funeral Service program offers both on-campus and fully online pathways, each designed to provide the hands-on mortuary science training and real-world experience you need to succeed.
| On-campus option | Online option | |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule | Attend classes one day per week on campus |
Complete coursework asynchronously online with a flexible schedule |
| Format | In-person instruction with hands-on lab training |
Fully online coursework with one required on-campus immersion |
| Training | Ongoing lab experience in embalming and restorative art |
Hands-on competencies completed during immersion weekend |
| Real-world experience | Internship opportunities at local funeral homes |
Shadowing at the State Medical Examiner’s Office |
“The professors, who all work in the field, show you everything you need to know to become a successful funeral director. I came out of school well prepared for my licensing exams and for my career.”
A career with purpose and stability
Funeral Service is a stable and essential profession, with consistent demand for trained professionals. As the population ages and experienced funeral service workers retire, the need for compassionate, skilled individuals continues to grow.
Graduates of the program are prepared to sit for the American Board of Funeral Service Education’s National Board Exams and continue into a one-year paid apprenticeship.
About 5,800 funeral service job openings are projected each year in the U.S. over the next decade.2
Funeral home managers in CT earn over $100,000 annually — making ours one of the highest-paying states for this profession.3
2 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
3 CT Department of Labor, 2023
A program designed for real-world preparation
Goodwin’s Funeral Service degree program provides a comprehensive education in mortuary science, preparing you for every stage of the profession.
At our school, you’ll develop skills in:
- Embalming and restorative art
- Ethical and cultural considerations of death and grieving
- Funeral home operations and business practices
- Funeral service management and communication
100% of Funeral Service students at Goodwin graduated and secured employment in 2024, according to our 2025-2026 Institutional Profile.
Coursework includes:
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| FNS 202 | Funeral Service Management and Communication |
| FNS 205 | Restorative Art with Lab |
| FNS 218 | Embalming I and Thanato-Chemistry |
An inside look at Funeral Service training
Learn more about the instruments and techniques used in Funeral Service directly from Program Director Jesse Gomes.
Invest in yourself
We believe a quality education should be within reach. Our financial aid team works one-on-one with every student to help make it happen. Goodwin University was ranked the #3 most affordable university in Connecticut for associate degrees.4
Financial aid options include:
- Grants and scholarships
- Federal and state student loans
- Work-study opportunities
- Dedicated advisors who build a plan around your budget
4 Affordable Degree Guide, 2025
“I’ve always had a passion for helping people, and I truly feel like I found my niche in the Funeral Service program. The professors are passionate about the field, and they foster your passion for the profession.”
Named #1 college for women in CT
Goodwin University was named the #1 college for women in Connecticut by Newsweek, recognizing our commitment to access, support, and career-focused education.
Accredited Funeral Service program
The Funeral Service program at Goodwin University is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE), ensuring a high standard of professional preparation.
Ready to get started?
We’re ready when you are.
With flexible learning options, hands-on training, and a program designed to prepare you for licensure, you can take the next step toward a meaningful career in Funeral Service.
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