Mortuary Careers

Funeral directors provide compassionate, proficient and individualized professional services to meet the needs of families facing the death of a loved one. Their career satisfaction comes not only from the work itself, but from seeing the results of helping families during a devastating time. Funeral directors make a difference in their communities and take great pride in what they do.

For information about a career in funeral service, contact IFDA and ask for one of our free Funeral Service Career brochures or visit the U.S. Department of Labor website.  

Also see:

Licensing Requirements

Illinois Mortuary Schools

Grants