9 Tips to Ensure a Successful Apprenticeship

Embarking on an apprenticeship is an exciting and pivotal step in your journey as a mortuary science student. This hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between theory and practice, allowing you to develop the skills, knowledge, and professional network necessary for a successful career in the funeral industry.
Coping with Loss During the Holidays

The grief experienced during and after the loss of a loved one can be the most profound pain of your lifetime. While there are psychological stages of grief, not everyone experiences them the same way or in an identical order. For families, this can be exceptionally challenging because every member may respond in a different way.
Back to School After Covid-19

The new normal. Getting back to school this year will be an exciting time. Restrictions during the pandemic were difficult for many students to maneuver. If you’re a mortuary science student, or someone considering the program, you might wonder what school will look like this year.
The Importance and Benefits of Thanatology Certification

Thanatology is the study of death and dying. That is a very simplified definition because the subject matter encompasses a wide variety of disciplines, including scientific, religious, spiritual, and psychological.
COVID-19’s Impact on Funeral Service Education

The COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult to navigate in education on every level. Many schools and universities have been updating their plans for the fall semester as new data is released.
How Funeral Directors Can Carry On During the Coronavirus Pandemic

As COVID-19 continues throughout the world, news stories and information keep churning on various aspects of the illness. A lot of the coverage has focused on healthcare and the economy itself. For funeral directors, the issues involved in this pandemic are immense.
Pierce Mortuary Colleges: Prepping funeral industry leaders in the 21st Century
The latest news in the funeral industry is that more and more Baby Boomers will pass away. The other news is the trend toward cremation – a megatrend that could impact the funeral industry in months and years ahead.
Why Online and Distance Learning Won’t Slow You Down from Getting Your Degree

Online and distance learning have been excellent options to pursue a degree for a long time. While in class sessions can be a wonderful experience, many people simply can’t commit the time that it takes. Online sessions can be completed around your individual schedule so that the coursework won’t interfere with work or life commitments.
Time Management Skills for Online Degrees

Earning your degree online is a credible degree option that’s steadily gaining in popularity. According to the latest data, nearly half of students who take courses online plan to complete all of their classes virtually.
Pierce Mortuary Colleges Offer Degree Programs for Veterans

At Pierce Mortuary Colleges, we’re exceptionally proud of the long history we have in the education of active duty and veteran military service members. If you have a military background and are interested in the mortuary sciences, our schools honor military benefits.