Graduates are fully prepared to take the National Board Examination for Funeral Service and begin a meaningful career serving individuals, families, and communities.
Why Consider Funeral Services?
- You can make a meaningful difference by providing respectful, compassionate care to families as they navigate the loss of a loved one.
- Carrying out activities ranging from embalming and restorative care to arranging funeral services interests you.
- You can approach funerals, burials, and cremations with calm professionalism.
- Providing comfort and support to families and friends during times of loss comes naturally to you.
Why Learn at Lakeshore?
- This is a shared program. You'll complete your general education courses through Lakeshore during your first two terms, then take core Funeral Service courses in person at Milwaukee Area Technical College during your third and fourth terms.
- Start in fall or spring.
- Our low faculty-to-student ratio allows you to get to know your faculty and classmates.
- Academic, personal, and financial resources are available to support your success.
What It Takes
- Empathy and a relationship-focused approach to working with people
- Management and organizational skills to coordinate arrangements, services, visitations, and ceremonies
- Interest in learning federal, state, and local laws regarding funeral service proceedings
- Willingness to be responsible for preparing human remains
Shared Program Details
- This program is shared with Milwaukee Area Technical College. Students follow MATC’s and Lakeshore’s admission processes prior to enrolling in term one of the program. Lakeshore cannot admit students until they are accepted by MATC.
- The first two terms of the program are offered through Lakeshore to make starting the program more convenient for local students. The third and fourth terms are taken in person at MATC. Graduates of the program will earn their degree from MATC.
- A Funeral Services Apprenticeship course involving two eight-hour days is required before completing the Funeral Services petition process with MATC.
- It’s important to stay connected with your Admissions Advisor and Program Counselor throughout your time in this program to ensure a smooth transition to MATC.
