Mortuary Science
Licensing and regulation of funeral establishments, crematories, alkaline hydrolysis, morticians, interns and funeral directors. The MDH Mortuary Science Section regulates and enforces Minnesota Statute 149A; Funeral Industry Law.
COVID-19 Updates
Guidance:
Planning Funeral and Memorial Services during COVID-19 (PDF) (updated 11/20/20)
Preparedness Plan Requirements for Faith-Based Communities, Places of Worship, Weddings, and Funerals (PDF) (updated 11/20/20)
Guidance for Gatherings: Faith-based Communities, Places of Worship, and Ceremonies (PDF) (updated 11/20/20)
Additional resources:
Guidance for Vehicle Gatherings, Parades, and Drive-ins (PDF) (updated 11/18/20)
Indoor Air Considerations: COVID-19
Subscribe to Cultural, Faith, and Disability Communities COVID-19 Updates
Licensing and waivers:
Mortuary Science Program Extends Funeral Home and Crematory License Renewal
Mortuary Science COVID-19 Temporary Licensing Application (PDF)
Mortuary Science Licensing and Practice Standards Modifications and Waivers (PDF)
Mortuary Science COVID-19 Application for Unlicensed Employees (PDF)
Mortuary Science Storage Standards Waiver – May 8, 2020 (PDF)
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Announcements
- Mortuary Science Announcements
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Advisory Committee
- Mortuary Science Ad-Hoc Advisory Committee
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Applications and Forms
- Applications and Forms
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Complaints
- Mortuary Science Complaints
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Cremation
- Cremation Information
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Disciplinary Actions
- Disciplinary Actions
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Legislation, Laws and Rules
- State and Federal Laws, Rules and Regulations
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Consumers
- Consumer Information
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Establishments
- Mortuary Science Establishment Information
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Interns
- Internship Information
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Morticians and Funeral Directors
- Mortician and Funeral Director Information
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Resources
- Related Sites and Contacts
- Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office
- MDH Death Registration
- MDH Emergency Preparedness & Response
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Contact
- Contact Us