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Key Facts: PA Funeral Juris Exam
75%
Passing Score
PA State Board of Funeral Directors
100
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep question bank
21
Minimum Age
Higher than most states
Dual
License Type
Directing + embalming combined
Coroner
Cremation Auth
Required for all cremations
The PA Funeral Director Jurisprudence Exam covers the Funeral Director Law (Title 63 P.S.), dual-capacity licensing, 1-year apprenticeship, coroner cremation authorization, restricted business corporations, preneed trusting, EDRS filing, consumer protection, and professional ethics.
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1Which board regulates funeral directors in Pennsylvania?
2Under Pennsylvania law, what is the primary statute governing funeral directing?
3Under Pennsylvania law, what is a 'funeral director' authorized to do?
4What passing score is required on the Pennsylvania funeral director jurisprudence examination?
5Under Pennsylvania law, how many years of apprenticeship are required before licensure as a funeral director?
6Under Pennsylvania law, what educational requirement must a funeral director meet?
7Under Pennsylvania law, does the state require embalming?
8Under the FTC Funeral Rule as enforced in Pennsylvania, what must be provided to anyone inquiring in person about funeral arrangements?
9Under Pennsylvania law, who has the right to control the disposition of a deceased person's remains?
10Under Pennsylvania law, what document is required before final disposition of human remains?
About the PA Funeral Juris Exam
The Pennsylvania Funeral Director Jurisprudence Examination tests knowledge of the PA Funeral Director Law (Title 63 P.S.), Board regulations, coroner authorization requirements, preneed contract law, and FTC Funeral Rule compliance.
Exam sponsor: Pennsylvania State Board of Funeral Directors. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
75%
Reported exam pass rate: 80%. estimated first-time pass rate This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Pennsylvania Funeral Director Law
Title 63 P.S., Board authority, dual-capacity license, apprenticeship, enforcement, and penalties
Consumer Protection & Preneed
FTC Funeral Rule compliance, price disclosure, preneed contracts, trust and insurance requirements
Embalming & Disposition
Coroner cremation authorization, embalming requirements, EDRS death registration, disposition permits
Business Operations
Restricted business corporations, facility standards, preparation room requirements, record keeping
Ethics & Professional Conduct
Professional standards, solicitation rules, referral payments, religious accommodations
Preparing for the PA Funeral Juris Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: Varies Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PA funeral director jurisprudence exam passing score?
The Pennsylvania funeral director jurisprudence exam requires a passing score of 75%. The exam tests knowledge of the PA Funeral Director Law, Board regulations, coroner authorization, preneed law, and FTC compliance.
What is unique about Pennsylvania funeral director licensing?
Pennsylvania issues a dual-capacity funeral director license that authorizes both funeral directing and embalming. The minimum age is 21 (higher than most states), and a 1-year apprenticeship is required. Coroner authorization is required for all cremations.
Does Pennsylvania require coroner authorization for cremation?
Yes, Pennsylvania requires coroner authorization for all cremations regardless of the manner of death. The coroner must review the case and sign a cremation authorization before any cremation may proceed.
What is the PA EDRS?
The Pennsylvania Electronic Death Registration System (EDRS) is the required electronic system for filing death certificates. Funeral directors must use EDRS to complete and file death certificates, which streamlines the process and enables faster permit issuance.