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Embalmer
License Description Embalmers prepare bodies for burial as a sanitary and preservative measure according to State law. They treat bodies with antiseptic and disinfectant chemicals prior to viewing and burial. They remove blood from the circulatory system and replace it with embalming fluid. Embalmers apply cosmetics to give the body a natural appearance and, if necessary, restore disfigured or maimed bodies by using, clay, cotton, or wax. Embalmers also dress and place bodies in caskets. Embalmers may assist funeral directors with funeral arrangements or maintain records. Requirements: 1) Must have graduated from an accredited school of mortuary science. 2) Must take and pass both parts of the National Conference Exam and take and pass the Arkansas Laws, Rules, and Regulations Exam. 3) Must have completed all embalmer apprentice requirements. 4) Must have served as a registered apprentice embalmer for one year. Apprenticeship may be served before, during or after attending mortuary school. 5) Must enroll in mortuary school within a year of starting apprenticeship. 6) Must assist in the preparation of at least fifty bodies. Written Examinations required. Examination fee: $100.00, Original Wall License fee: $10.00, Initial License fee: $10.00, Renewal fee: $30.00, Duplicate License Fee: $20.00
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Commerce
State Board of Embalmers, Funeral Directors, Cemetaries, and Burial Services
1 Commerce Way, Suite 502
Little Rock, AR 72202
(501) 682 0574
aid.efd@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Specific type of conviction prohibited
Education Degree required
Exam Both state and third-party exams required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements

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