How to Guide: Funeral Service Continuing Education Provider
- How to Apply
- After you Apply – What to Expect
- Veterans Preference
- Fees
- Funeral Service CE Provider by Exam
- Funeral Service CE Provider Reinstatement
- Funeral Service CE Provider Reciprocity / Endorsement
- Funeral Service CE Provider Inactive Status
- Funeral Service CE Provider Reactivation
- Funeral Service CE Provider Renewal
- How to File
How to Apply
- You must submit all the required documentation and fees in order to be considered for licensure.
- Renewal is completed online and is required by March 31 of even numbered years. Late renewal period is April 1 to April 30 of even numbered years.
Select your application type to view instructions on how to apply:
Funeral Service CE Provider by Exam
Funeral Service CE Provider Reinstatement
Funeral Service CE Provider Reciprocity / Endorsement
Funeral Service CE Provider Inactive Status
After you Apply – What to Expect
- Processing Time – Applications are generally processed within 20 business days of receipt, excluding weekends and holidays. Applications are individually evaluated by the Board in order of date received, and processing times can vary based on individual circumstances and volume.
- If you receive a deficiency letter, your 20 day count restarts when the Board receives your correct and complete documentation.
- Please Note – Incomplete applications may be withdrawn if noted deficiencies are not satisfied within 60 days of said notification. If your application is withdrawn, you will be required to restart the application process to be considered for licensure, to include submission of all required documents and fees.
- Completed applications will be initially reviewed by Board staff and may be reviewed by the Board at an upcoming Board Meeting. Applications must be complete and received at least 15 days prior to a Board Meeting to be added to that meeting’s agenda. Otherwise, the application will be reviewed at the next Board meeting.
- Check Application Status >>
- Keep Your Contact Info Up to Date
- Be sure the email address you include for yourself on your application is correct and current. Email is the primary means of communication used by the Board.
- Additionally, it is important for applicants/licensees to update their email address with the Board just as they would update their physical and mailing addresses.
- Wait For It
- You may not legally perform services until you hold an active license.
- Staff will communicate with you regarding the status of your application.
Veterans Preference
Veterans, military service members, transitioning service members and military spouses of the armed forces of the United States, including the National Guard, may be eligible for exam point credits and/or expedited application processes. Download program information>>
- If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference Points, you must enclose a copy of your DD-214 form, showing that you served during a period of conflict or war for a minimum of 90 days. Contact the VA to request make a DD-214 Request >>
Fees
|
Application |
$50 |
|
Application for joint Embalmer and Funeral Director by endorsement |
$350 |
|
Endorsement |
$175 |
|
Renewal |
$100 |
|
Late renewal |
$200 |
|
Reinstatement |
$300 |
|
License verification letter |
$35 |
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Duplicate license |
$25 |
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Decorative wall certificate |
$50 |
Processing Fees - Effective 3/15/2022
- Online processing fee: $5.00
- Mail-In processing fee: $10.00
Funeral Service CE Provider by Exam
If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements including passing your exam, apply for licensure by examination.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Embalmer
- 3120 Apprenticeship Hours
- Background Consent Form (If applicable)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Letter of Explanation (If applicable)
- Funeral Director Affidavits
- Exam Approval
- Passed GA Laws and Rules
- Passed National Exam
- A non-refundable application fee of $50.
Funeral Service CE Provider Reinstatement
If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements including passing your exam, apply for licensure by examination.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Embalmer
- Proof of Continuing Education
- Exam Approval
- Passed GA Laws & Rules
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
A non-refundable application fee of $300.
Funeral Service CE Provider Reciprocity / Endorsement
If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements including passing your exam, apply for licensure by examination.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Embalmer
- Out of State Verification
- Certificate of Embalming
- Exam Approval
- Passed GA Laws and Rules
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
A non-refundable application fee of $175.
Funeral Service CE Provider Inactive Status
If you have previously held this license and need to inactivate your license into an “inactive status,” follow the instructions below.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Submit a completed application along with the non-refundable application fee of $100.
Funeral Service CE Provider Reactivation
If you have previously held an inactive status and would like to reactivate your license, apply for reactivation.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Prerequisite License
- Proof of Continuing Education
- Background Consent Form (If applicable)
- No Conviction/Sanction
- Letter of Explanation (If applicable)
- Court Documents (If applicable)
- Passed Laws & Rules Exam
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
- A non-refundable application fee of $100.
Funeral Service CE Provider Renewal
If you have previously held this license and need to renew in order to keep your license up to date, apply for licensure renewal before March 31 of even numbered years avoid late fees.
The period for renewing your license begins 90 days prior to the expiration date of your license. Your renewal portal will not be available prior to that date.
- To process your renewal, log in to your account on the Georgia Online Licensing site.
- Click on the License Renewal button on the left-hand side of the page. Enter your login information.
- If you do not remember your login credentials, click on the link to reset for a “person” type license.
- Follow the instructions for online renewal specific for your license.
Submit a non-refundable application fee of $100.
How to File
To file online:
Once your checklist is completed, please create an account and upload all documents through the online portal.
To file by mail:
Once your checklist is completed, please mail all documents to:
Georgia Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, Georgia 31217
Please note, endorsement applications must be submitted by paper only.
Contact
Related Resources
- Online Resource The Academy of Graduate Embalmers
- Online Resource Georgia Funeral Directors Association, Inc.
- Online Resource Georgia Funeral Service Practitioners Association, Inc.
- Online Resource International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards, Inc.
- Online Resource National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association, Inc.
- Online Resource National Funeral Directors Association