Funeral Arts Advanced Technical Certificate leads to new career options
Individuals who have an associate degree or higher can become a funeral director in Florida by earning our Funeral Arts Advanced Technical Certificate, passing the Florida Board Exam for Funeral Directing, serving a one-year internship under the direction of a licensed funeral director and passing the Florida Rules and Regulations exam.
This academic program is designed to meet specific state or professional needs. It is not accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Students graduating from this program will not have the academic credential for licensure in states where graduation from an ABFSE accredited program is required.
Licensure
- Graduates are eligible to take the Florida State Board Exam for Funeral Directing.
Careers
If you have earned a degree from an accredited college, this online certificate can help you become a funeral director in Florida. You must also pass the Florida Board Exam for Funeral Directing.
This academic program prepares you for the following careers. All job data is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers
Salary Data
Florida Average
United States Average
Projected employment for Florida
2022 Employment
1,250
2032
1,350
Percent Change
8
Projected Job Openings
160
Features of SPC's Funeral Arts Certificate
- Offered completely online
- These courses apply toward SPC's Funeral Services Associate in Science degree
- Prerequisites: Applicants must have graduated with at least an associate degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Funeral Arts Advanced Technical Certificate with Financial Aid Eligibility
FUNAT-ATC
Effective Beginning Catalog Term: Fall 2024 (640)
The requirements shown below are valid beginning Fall 2024 (640), and may not reflect degree requirements for current students. Current students should visit My SPC and view My Learning Plan to see specific degree requirements for their effective term.
Program Summary
This program is offered as a Fully Online program.
This academic program is designed to meet specific state or professional needs. It is not accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Students graduating from this program will not have the academic credential for licensure in states where graduation from an ABFSE accredited program is required.
Graduates are eligible to take the Florida State Board Exam for Funeral Directing.
These courses apply towards the Funeral Services Associate in Science degree.
Academic Pathways
The Academic Pathway is a tool for students that lists the following items:- the recommended order in which to take the program courses
- suggested course when more than one option exists
- which semester each course is typically offered
- if the course has a prerequisite
- courses that may lead to a certificate (if offered in the program)
Please verify the Academic Pathway lists your correct starting semester.
Program Leadership Information
please contact:
Healthadvising@spcollege.edu
Florida CIP Code
0312030166 - Funeral Services (ATC )
Federal CIP Code
12.0301 - Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General.
PROGRAM ADMISSION GUIDES
Please review the program admission guide to ensure your eligibility prior to applying below.
Students accepted into the program will be required to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.
Application Windows
| Term | Applications Accepted | Application Review | Student Notified By MySPC e-mail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall: August | March 1 - May 15 | May 16 - June 30 | July 1 |
| Spring: January | July 1 - Sept. 15 | Sept. 16 - Oct. 31 | Nov. 1 |