Embalmer
Required for persons who prepare human remains through embalming or other preservation methods in Wisconsin.
How to Get a Embalmer in Wisconsin
| Issuing Body | WI DSPS |
| Initial Fee | $68 |
| Exam Required | Yes — NBE Arts and Sciences sections, plus Wisconsin law exam |
| Experience Required | ABFSE-accredited funeral service education plus 1-year apprenticeship with embalming emphasis |
Continuing Education
Wisconsin requires 15 hours of continuing education every Biennially (odd-numbered years) to renew your embalmer.
15 hours per renewal cycle
License Lookup & Verification
Verify a embalmer holder's credentials through the Wisconsin DSPS online license lookup tool.
Verify a License →Frequently Asked Questions — Embalmer
Is embalming required in Wisconsin?
No. Wisconsin does not require embalming in most circumstances. Families can choose refrigeration, direct cremation, or natural burial.
How long is the embalmer apprenticeship?
1 year, during which the apprentice must embalm a minimum number of bodies under supervision.
Can the same person hold both funeral director and embalmer licenses?
Yes. Many funeral service professionals hold both. The education program typically prepares for both.
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