Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General

The Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General certificate program at Northampton County Area Community College is a two-to-four-year certificate offered at this public institution in Bethlehem, PA. The program prepares students for careers in funeral service, covering embalming, funeral directing, and the legal and ethical aspects of mortuary practice.

This program falls within the personal and culinary services field under CIP code 12.0301. Northampton County Area Community College also offers related certificate programs including Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Computer Support Specialist, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician, and Electrician. Students pursuing this credential can expect training aligned with state licensure requirements in the funeral service profession.