Michigan Funeral Director Licensing & Regulations
Complete guide to Michigan funeral director licensing requirements, Bureau of Professional Licensing regulations, continuing education, and death certificate filing procedures.
Michigan Funeral Director Licensing Requirements
Licensing Authority
Bureau of Professional Licensing under the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs regulates funeral directors.
Required Examinations
Must pass National Board Exam and Michigan Jurisprudence Exam for licensing.
Death Certificate Filing
Death certificates must be filed within 72 hours using EDRS or VERA system.
License Renewal
Licenses expire October 31st of odd-numbered years. Continuing education: 4 hours annually (effective 2025).
Michigan Death Certificate Filing Requirements
Filing Requirements
- Death certificates must be filed within 72 hours
- Electronic filing using EDRS or VERA system
- Regulated by Bureau of Professional Licensing
- Under Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Key Information
Michigan Continuing Education Requirements
New Requirement (2025)
4 hours of continuing education per year, effective after October 31, 2025.
Bureau Oversight
Bureau of Professional Licensing under LARA provides regulatory oversight.
Required Examinations
National Board Examination and Michigan Jurisprudence Examination required.
Important Information for Michigan Funeral Directors
Key Deadlines & Requirements
- • Death certificate filing: 72 hours
- • License renewal: October 31 (odd years)
- • Continuing education: 4 hours/year (effective 2025)
- • Required exams: National Board + MI Jurisprudence
Regulatory Authority
- • Bureau of Professional Licensing
- • Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
- • Electronic filing systems: EDRS/VERA
- • Professional standards enforcement
Michigan Funeral Regulations FAQ
What exams must be passed for Michigan funeral director licensing?
Michigan funeral directors must pass both the National Board Examination and the Michigan Jurisprudence Examination to obtain licensing.
What continuing education is required in Michigan?
Michigan requires 4 hours of continuing education per year, effective after October 31, 2025.
How long do I have to file death certificates in Michigan?
Death certificates must be filed within 72 hours using the EDRS or VERA system in Michigan.
When do Michigan funeral director licenses expire?
Michigan funeral director licenses must be renewed on October 31st of odd-numbered years.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Please consult the Bureau of Professional Licensing for official guidance and current regulations.