Living with the FTC’s Funeral Rule
The history of the Funeral Rule, and what it requires day to day.
Every course we offer, with what it covers. Hours and prices are set by each state, so choose yours to see what a course counts for and costs.
Continuing Education Hours:
12 hours every two (2) years, or 6 hours every year.
Licensees may earn up to three (3) hours per year by self-study, audio, video, internet-based, or other activity as long as the licensee passes a test on the materials as evidenced by a certificate of completion.
The Montana Board of Funeral Service does not pre-approve continuing education courses or sponsors
(except for those approved by rule). It is the responsibility of licensees to select courses which meet the criteria set forth in the CE rules of the Board. Upon completion of courses, licensees must apply to the Board for CEU/course approval by completing an application
(http://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/Portals/133/Documents/fnr/Form_FNR_CE-Request.pdf?ver=2017-03-10-091211-133) and sending the requested materials to the Board for approval. If any coursework is not approved by the board, we will provide a full refund of any amounts paid and we will remove the course from our listing.
Please refer to the Montana Board of Funeral Service for more information (http://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/fnr#15).
Carryover Hours:
You are permitted to carryover 6 CE hours every renewal period
Exemptions:
- 1st year licensee
Boards change their rules, so please confirm with yours. Not sure what you need? Call (800) 731-4714 and we'll go through it with you.
The history of the Funeral Rule, and what it requires day to day.
What the FTC Funeral Rule has required since 1984, and how to comply.
The requirements behind the death certificate, and how to complete it correctly.