Texas Funeral Director Licensing & Regulations
Complete guide to licensing requirements, continuing education, death certificate filing, and regulatory compliance for Texas funeral professionals.
Texas Funeral Director Licensing Requirements
Licensing Authority
Texas Funeral Service Commission regulates all funeral director licensing and establishment operations in the state.
Death Certificate Filing
Required within 10 days using TxEVER system with 24-hour death report requirement.
Continuing Education
16 hours biennial including 2 hours ethics, 2 hours Texas law updates, and 2 hours vital statistics.
Provisional License
24-month provisional period requiring 45 supervised cases before full licensure.
Licensing Process & Continuing Education
Key Requirements for Licensure
- Age 18 minimum, high school diploma/GED
- Accredited mortuary college completion
- 75% on National Board & Texas Law Exams
- 24-month provisional license with 45 cases
Continuing Education & Filing Requirements
Texas Funeral Service Commission
The Texas Funeral Service Commission is the state licensing authority responsible for regulating funeral directors and establishments.
Licensing Authority
State commission regulates all funeral director licenses and establishes examination requirements.
TxEVER System
Texas Electronic Vital Events Registrar for filing death certificates within 10 days with 24-hour reporting.
Unique Requirements
24-month provisional license requiring 45 supervised cases; expedited ME processing for religious purposes available.
Texas Licensing FAQ
What are the basic requirements to become a funeral director in Texas?
Texas requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, complete an accredited mortuary college program, and score 75% or higher on both the National Board Exam and Texas Law Exam.
How much continuing education do Texas funeral directors need?
Texas requires 16 hours of continuing education biennial, including mandatory subjects: 2 hours ethics, 2 hours Texas law updates, and 2 hours vital statistics.
How long do funeral directors have to file death certificates in Texas?
Death certificates must be filed within 10 days using the Texas Electronic Vital Events Registrar (TxEVER). There is also a 24-hour report of death requirement.
What is unique about Texas funeral director licensing?
Texas has a 24-month provisional license requirement where new funeral directors must complete 45 supervised cases before receiving a full license. Medical examiner expedited processing is available for religious purposes.