Howard Said:

Does anyone out there work in the funeral services industry or know someone who does?

We Answered:

My mom's uncle and his sons have been in the business for over 75 years.

Be prepared to see not just dead bodies, but mutilated corpses after accidents, suicides, murders, etc. Also, be prepared to see dead children and sometimes even whole families at one time.

That part is disturbing, but after all, they're just dead bodies. After awhile you lose your fear of death.

Armando Said:

How to become and Embalmer/Undertaker?

We Answered:

okay this has been put into the wrong section, but I can answer your question anyway. (Don't ask)

OK if you wish to be an undertaker/embalmer and think you have the stomach for it, it is not pleasant. Then go to your local Mortician and ask about becoming an apprentice, most countries do not have formal degrees but do have certificates to undertake while doing an apprenticeship.

Good Luck

Carmen Said:

Funeral Service Education?

We Answered:

What field is the diploma in? Is it secretarial or mortuary in nature? If it is not a mortuary diploma that allows you to embalm and make funeral arrangements, it would be a waste of time and money, since it would only enable you to be a secretary. If you intend to only work in the office, I would apply to funeral homes looking for secretaries. Take care!

Agnes Said:

CALLING ALL GOOD/CREATIVE WRITERS! I need help with my essay.?

We Answered:

When most people say, "I chose this job to help people," they don't continue by saying, "So that's why I get paid to put their loved ones into the ground." They say something like, "So I became a teacher" or "So I became a nurse." I work at the local funeral home. I see people at their worst, and all I can do is be there. I can't stop your grief, I can't take away the pain. But I can stand by and make sure that dignity is preserved. My colleagues joke around in private. "We're the last to let you down." But for all our mirth, we're serious. We look at death every day, and it gets to you after a while. But we don't show it. Dignity is everything, because it's the last time you'll ever see that loved one before you take your place beside him. And we're the ones who make sure that last moment is a good one. Maybe not a good moment like a kiss or a pat on the shoulder, but there are many different types of good. It's a Goodbye.

I'm running out of steam here. Take over.

Mike

Dawn Said:

Advice from any funeral directors/embalmers?

We Answered:

I found two public colleges in California that offer a major in: Funeral Direction , Funeral Services/Mortuary Science , Mortuary Science/Embalming

American River College in Sacramento and

Cypress College in Cypress

Get on the phone and talk to the Department Chair - he [or she] is the best source of information at this point. The phone numbers are on each college's website.