Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General

The Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General certificate program at Jefferson State Community College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Birmingham, AL. The program falls within the personal and culinary services field (CIP 12.0301) and prepares students for careers in funeral service, covering embalming, funeral directing, grief support, and the regulatory requirements of mortuary practice.

Jefferson State Community College also offers a shorter Funeral Service and Mortuary Science certificate at the one- to two-year level. Other programs available at the school include Physical Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Care Therapy, Construction Engineering Technology, and Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). Students pursuing the mortuary science field in the Birmingham, AL area can explore both credential lengths to determine which best fits their career and time goals.