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As of January 2025, only the New Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service program will be open for enrollment.

All students currently enrolled in the other programs will remain in their program if they maintain eligibility for enrollment until they fulfill the program requirements.*

*Qualifying students with ample transfer credit from the “Associate of Applied Science – Online and On-Ground (Teach-Out) or the Bachelor of Science in Funeral Service – Online and On-Ground (Teach-Out) may be advised to enroll in the current Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service program. Students can choose to switch to this program by speaking with their Academic Advisor.

New Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service

The Associate of Applied Science curriculum is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and employment in funeral service. The curriculum offers both theoretical and practical fundamentals of funeral service. The program is offered in academic quarters, with each quarter consisting of eleven weeks of study. The program is developed with the input of successful professionals, ensuring exceptional career relevance, and designed to impart real-world knowledge and skills.

Jeffersonville, IN
Mid-America College
In-Person / Online

Dallas, TX
Dallas Institute
In-Person / Online

Decatur, GA
Gupton-Jones College
In-Person

100

Credits

24

Months

Online

In-Person

Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service

On Campus & Online (Teach-Out)

Mid-America College Is No Longer Accepting Applications For This Program.

The Associate of Applied Science curriculum is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and employment in funeral service. The curriculum offers both theoretical and practical fundamentals of funeral service. The program is offered in academic quarters, with each quarter consisting of eleven weeks of study. The program is developed with the input of successful professionals, ensuring exceptional career relevance, and designed to impart real-world knowledge and skills.

Jeffersonville, IN
Mid-America College
In-Person / Online

136

Credits

18

Months

Online

In-Person

Funeral Service Bachelor of Science Degree (FSBS)

On Campus & Online (Teach-Out)

Mid-America College Is No Longer Accepting Applications For This Program.

This program is designed to provide graduates of non-funeral service disciplines who wish to move into funeral service and embalming with the education needed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and employment in funeral service. It fulfills the requirements of accreditation and approval agencies.

Jeffersonville, IN
Mid-America College
In-Person / Online

180

Credits

18

Months

Online

In-Person

Bachelor Of Science
In Funeral Service Management (BFSM)

Online (Teach-Out)

Mid-America College Is No Longer Accepting Applications For This Program.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Funeral Service Management has course offerings in funeral service-related topics. The bachelor degree allows ABFSE funeral service associate degree graduates, who have passed both National Board Exams (NBE) or is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer, to enroll in the program.

Jeffersonville, IN
Mid-America College
Online

180

Credits

18

Months

Online

Certificate In Thanatology

Online (Teach-Out)

Mid-America College Is No Longer Accepting Applications For This Program.

The Certificate in Thanatology (FSCT) program equips end-of-life professionals with vital skills through Thanatology and Applied Thanatology. Gain insights into death’s impact and enhance your ability to support individuals facing end-of-life challenges. Ideal for busy professionals seeking additional certification while maintaining current roles. Elevate your service level in careers like funeral services, healthcare, counseling, and more.

Jeffersonville, IN
Mid-America College
Online

24

Credits

6

Months

Online

Funeral Director Certificate

On Campus & Online (Teach-Out)

Mid-America College Is No Longer Accepting Applications For This 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.

Jeffersonville, IN
Mid-America College
Online

45-46

Credits

12

Months

Online

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