Application for Admission
Funeral Service
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary AB T3E 6K6
T: 403.440.6867
W: conted.mtroyal.ca/funeral
How to Apply
1. Submit the following with application:
a) Official High School Transcript
All applicants are required to submit an official high school transcript. A high school diploma or equivalent is a
prerequisite. Applicants 21 years of age or older who do not have a high school diploma are considered on an
individual basis. Successful completion of Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 (or equivalents) or the Mount Royal Science
Preparatory Tutorial is strongly recommended.
b) Statement of Career Investigation
Complete the enclosed form, detailing:
 Why you are interested in a career in funeral service
 Why you feel you are well suited for funeral service
 To what extent you have researched the funeral service profession (cite sources)
 What experience you have had in funeral service
c) Professional References
Have two professional references complete the enclosed forms
d) Funeral-Related Experience
Complete the Mount Royal Introduction to Funeral Service course or submit 14-20 hours of documented work or
volunteer experience within a funeral home.
2. Include a non-refundable $100 application fee.
Provide credit card number or make cheque payable to Mount Royal University. Do not send cash through the mail.
3. Submit the application package in one of the following ways:
In Person:
Mount Royal University, Lincoln Park Campus
Continuing Education and Extension Registration Services
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW; Kerby Hall (East Gate)
Room A101, Wickets 9 & 10
Call 403.440.3833 or toll free 1.877.287.8001 for current hours
Mail:
Mount Royal University
Continuing Education Registration Services
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary, AB, T3E 6K6
Fax:
Continuing Education and Extension Registration Services
403. 440.6743
When to Apply
Fall Semester
 Funeral Service Diploma
 Funeral Director Certificate
 Embalmer Certificate
(Early Admission December 1 – April 30)
Winter Semester
 Funeral Service Diploma
 Funeral Director Certificate
(Early Admission September 1 – November 30)
Enrolment is limited. It is to your advantage to apply during the early admission period. Applicants who apply for early
admission will be considered within 4-6 weeks of their date of application. Applications may be accepted after the early
admission period, pending space availability. Visit the website for updates.
Practicum and Work Experience Requirements
Embalming Practicum and Work Experience Requirements
Completion and receipt required prior to starting in practicum and work experience:
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Valid Red Cross - Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR level ‘C’ Certification
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Tuberculin (TB) Skin Test
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WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
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Current Vaccinations for: Hepatitis B
Diphtheria/Tetanus Booster
Students must obtain at least two of the three series of the Hepatitis B vaccination and test negative on the 2-step
Tuberculin (TB) Skin Test. TB Skin Test Results and WHMIS training must have been completed within 12 months of
commencing in the embalming practice. WHMIS training can be completed at Mount Royal University; information
regarding this training will be available on the Funeral Student Resource Site.
Funeral Directing Practicum and Funeral Director Work Experience Requirements
Completion and receipt required prior to starting in practice and work experience:
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Valid driver’s licence
A police record check and driver abstract may be required for employment purposes and securing a Funeral Directing
Practicum site. Although a criminal record may not affect graduation from the program, it may affect your ability to obtain
a funeral director or embalmer licence.
Licensing
These programs have been approved by the Alberta Funeral Services Regulatory Board for licensing purposes in the
Province of Alberta. Each province has its own licensing regulations governing the funeral service profession. Applicants
must contact the licensing agency for the province in which they intend to work to ensure that completion of this program
will meet the necessary licensing requirements.
For More Information
conted.mtroyal.ca/funeral
Website:
Telephone:
403.440.6867
Toll-free:
1.888.240.7203
E-mail:
[email protected]
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Application Form
Funeral Service Programs
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary AB T3E 6K6
T: 403.440.6867
W: conted.mtroyal.ca/funeral
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY AND ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS COMPLETELY
Have you previously applied to or have you ever attended Mount Royal University?
 Yes
 No
If Yes, your Student ID number:
In which program do you wish to enrol:
FALL
 Funeral Service Diploma
 Embalmer Certificate
 Funeral Director Certificate
WINTER
 Funeral Director Certificate
 Funeral Service Diploma
Personal Information
Last Name (family name)
First Name (legal)
Middle Name (legal)
Previous Name (if applicable)
Gender
 Male
Birth date
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 Female
Mailing Address (Street/PO Box #)
City/Town
Province/Country
Postal Code
Telephone - Home
Telephone - Business
Fax (if available)
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Citizenship Status
 Canadian Citizen
 Landed Immigrant
 Student Visa
 Work Permit
 Other
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Expiry date of your
Visa
(if already issued)
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Country of Citizenship
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First Language (mother tongue)
_________________________________________
English Language Proficiency requirement may apply
E-mail
Emergency Contact
Name
Telephone (
Alberta Student Number (if available)
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Previous Education
Most recent High School Attended / Credential Earned
City/Province
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Post-Secondary Institution Attended / Credential Earned
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Method of Payment ($100 application fee)
 Cash/Debit (in person only)
 Cheque (Mount Royal University)
 VISA
 MasterCard
Card Number
Expiry Date
Cardholder's Name
Cardholder's Signature
 Money Order
Applicant Survey
How did you hear about the program?
 Print (please specify):_____________________________________________________________________________________
 Referral (please specify):__________________________________________________________________________________
 Online (please specify):___________________________________________________________________________________
 Other (please specify):
______________________________
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Why did you choose our program?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Declaration
Have you included:
 Transcript
 Statement of Career Investigation
 Application Fee
I certify that I have read all of the instructions and information accompanying this application form and that the information I have provided on the
application form is true.
Signature of Applicant _________________________________________________ Date ____________________________________________________
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy The information that you provide to Mount Royal University when you register for Continuing Education courses is
collected under the authority of the Post-Secondary Learning Act and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act in the Province of Alberta, Section 33(c). This
information will be used for academic administration, the administration of Mount Royal support services, scholarship and financial aid awards, marketing and recruitment
activities. Your personal information is protected and can be reviewed upon request. The complete statement and further contact information is available at
conted.mtroyal.ca/cefoip.
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Statement of Career Investigation
Funeral Service
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary AB T3E 6K6
T: 403.440.6867
W: conted.mtroyal.ca/funeral
Please discuss the following topics in the space available.
NAME:
DATE:
Why are you interested in a career in funeral service?
Why do you feel you are well suited for funeral service?
To what extent have you researched the funeral service profession? (Please cite sources)
What experience have you had in funeral service?
Additional Comments (please attach an additional page if required):
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Reference Form
Funeral Service
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary AB T3E 6K6
T: 403.440.6867
You may be contacted to provide clarification or additional information.
NAME OF APPLICANT:
REFEREE
POSITION
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
Home
Work
E-MAIL
SIGNATURE
DATE
1. How long have you known the applicant?
2. In what capacity do you know the applicant?
 Academic capacity  Employer
 Colleague
 Other (specify): _________________________________________
3. How would you rate the applicant on the following criteria:
Above Average
A. Professional Conduct
B. Communication/Interpersonal Skills
C. Academic Ability
D. Ability to deal with stress
E. Ability to meet deadlines
F. Dependability
G. Problem solving
H. Quality of work
I. Initiative/Motivation
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4. What do you consider to be this applicant's strengths?
5. What areas does the applicant need to develop?
6. Would you recommend this applicant pursue a career in funeral service? Yes 
No 
Please explain.
7. Additional comments (please use the reverse side of this form):
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Reference Form
Funeral Service
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary AB T3E 6K6
T: 403.440.6867
You may be contacted to provide clarification or additional information.
NAME OF APPLICANT:
REFEREE
POSITION
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
Home
Work
E-MAIL
SIGNATURE
DATE
1. How long have you known the applicant?
2. In what capacity do you know the applicant?
 Academic Capacity Employer
 Colleague
 Other (specify): _________________________________________
3. How would you rate the applicant on the following criteria:
Above Average
A. Professional Conduct
B. Communication/Interpersonal Skills
C. Academic Ability
D. Ability to deal with stress
E. Ability to meet deadlines
F. Dependability
G. Problem solving
H. Quality of work
I. Initiative/Motivation
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Below Average
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Unable to Assess
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4. What do you consider to be this applicant's strengths?
5. What areas does the applicant need to develop?
6. Would you recommend this applicant pursue a career in funeral service? Yes 
No 
Please explain.
7. Additional comments (please use the reverse side of this form):
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