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    What qualifications do you need for a funeral director?
    David I. Jacobson
    David I. Jacobson
    Funeral Home Director
    David I. Jacobson is the founder of Chicago Jewish Funerals, an independent Jewish owned funeral provider that evolved into two funeral homes in the Chicagoland area. With over 30 years of experience serving families, David is a leading expert on Kavod Hamet, the Jewish traditions of honoring and respecting the dead. David is an active funeral director that serves people planning and in need of funerals, lecturing to congregations, community groups, and schools extensively about the values of the Jewish funeral as well as the dying process and the value of one’s legacy. 
    David I. Jacobson
    Funeral Home Director
    Expert Answer
    Being compassionate is key. As a funeral director, you'll need to connect with your clients during a difficult time in their life in order to build relationships and be successful. A good rule of thumb is to treat every funeral as though it were for someone in your own family.
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    How do I know if I should become a funeral director?
    David I. Jacobson
    David I. Jacobson
    Funeral Home Director
    David I. Jacobson is the founder of Chicago Jewish Funerals, an independent Jewish owned funeral provider that evolved into two funeral homes in the Chicagoland area. With over 30 years of experience serving families, David is a leading expert on Kavod Hamet, the Jewish traditions of honoring and respecting the dead. David is an active funeral director that serves people planning and in need of funerals, lecturing to congregations, community groups, and schools extensively about the values of the Jewish funeral as well as the dying process and the value of one’s legacy. 
    David I. Jacobson
    Funeral Home Director
    Expert Answer
    Work at a funeral home for at least 6 months. That will help you decide whether the industry is right for you.
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    Can I take the funeral home course at home?
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    Community Answer
    There are online programs you can enroll in that will give you a bachelor's or associate's degree. However, you will still need to complete an apprenticeship in an actual funeral home.
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    Is there a way I can challenge the state test for funeral directors in California?
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    Community Answer
    You may be able to challenge the results, but the process may be time consuming. If you did not pass, you can retake the test after repaying any fees.
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    Can the state test for funeral directors in North Carolina be challenged?
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    Community Answer
    You will have to ask your state's board, but usually results are final. You can retake the test, however, after repaying the fees.
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