Degree and Certificate Options
What Will I Learn?
The Mortuary Science program prepares graduates to pass the National Board Examination (NBE) and to deliver quality funeral, cremation, and memorial services with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. Students will learn to prepare a decedent through embalming or cremation, arrange and direct funeral services, interact with the grieving, and follow legal aspects of the funeral service industry. This degree is good for individuals who are socially perceptive, active listeners, and service-oriented.
Career Paths
Upon passing the NBE and gaining licensure, graduates can see career paths such as funeral attendant, funeral home manager, funeral director, and embalmer.
Points of Pride
The KCKCC Mortuary Science program has more than 50 years of experience educating future funeral professionals. It has a strong track record of graduates achieving high scores on the National Board exam, and is led by compassionate funeral professionals dedicated to training the next generation.
Accreditation
The Mortuary Science associate degree program at Kansas City Kansas Community College is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) 992 Mantua Pike, Suite 108, Woodbury Heights, New Jersey 08097 | 816-233-3747 | Web: www.abfse.org.
Program Information Data
| Year | Total Enroll | Number of New Students | Number of Grads | Timely Grad | Graduation Rate | Did Not Finish | Overall % Employed | Employed in FS |
| 2023 | 35 | 28 | 27 | 27/27 | 96% | 1 | 93% |
93% |
| 2022 | 36 | 35 | 23 | 23/23 | 95% | 0 | 100% |
100% |
| 2021 | 34 | 24 | 16 | 16/16 | 94% | 3 | 94% |
88% |
Graduation Rates
National Board Statistics - Arts
| Year | Takers | School Pass Rate | National Pass Rate |
| 2023 | 28 | 89% |
78% |
| 2022 | 21 | 95% |
69% |
| 2021 | 18 | 72% |
68% |
Pass Rate
National Board Statistics - Sciences
| Year | Takers | School Pass Rate | National Pass Rate |
| 2023 | 29 | 83% |
69% |
| 2022 | 20 | 90% |
64% |
| 2021 | 18 | 67% |
57% |
Pass Rate
National Board Examination pass rates, graduation rates, and employment rates for this and other ABFSE - accredited programs are available at www.abfse.org in the Directory of Accredited Programs. To request a printed copy of this program’s rates go to the Mortuary Science office, RM 3630 Flint Building, email mortuaryscience@kckcc.edu or call 913-288-7362.
Alum Perspective
“I wouldn’t be where I am today without the rigor of the program. Sitting for the board exam was made easier by the challenging curriculum and my instructors.”
“The mortuary science program at KCKCC is a very challenging and comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you to be a well-rounded, adaptable and versatile funeral service provider.”
*Potential salaries use third-party national and regional aggregated data, some of which may be estimates. Results may not reflect local or timely trends. Some careers listed may require additional education or degrees beyond those offered at KCKCC. Completing a program, degree, or certificate does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.