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Embalmer
License Description

Embalmers prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements. Embalm the body if requested to do so by the family. Prepare the deceased for viewing, dress bodies and place them in caskets, and may arrange funeral details.

Legislation: NH RSA 325; Administrative Rules Chapter Frl 100-400

Licensure Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be of good professional character
  • Complete a one-year course in apprenticeship under the supervision of a duly licensed or registered embalmer actively engaged in embalming within the state
  • Complete a full course of instruction in an embalming school, maintaining at that time a standard satisfactory to the Board
  • Pass such examinations as the Board may deem proper to ascertain his or her efficiency and qualifications to engage in embalming
  • Obtain the appropriate license from the Board

Examination: Practical examination required

Continuing Education: A minimum of seven credit hours per year

Fees:

  • License: $155
  • Practical Examination: $150
  • Biennial Renewal – Embalmer: $110

Reciprocity: Applicants licensed in another state may apply for licensure if requirements in the state they were licensed in are equivalent or superior to those of New Hampshire

revised Jan 2018

Licensing Agency
New Hampshire Board of Registration of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
Office of Professional Licensure and Certification
121 South Fruit Street, Suite 303
Concord, NH 0330
(603) 271 4648
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Degree required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/01/2020
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