Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 250 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF FUNERAL SERVICE
Chapter 250-5 - PERSONAL LICENSURE
Rule 250-5-.04 - General Requirements: Funeral Director

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 250-5-.04

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024

(1) An applicant for licensure as a funeral director must satisfy the following requirements:

(a) be at least 18 years of age at the time of application;

(b) be of good moral character; and

(c) at minimum, have graduated from a high school or have earned a general education development certificate.

(2) An applicant for licensure as a funeral director shall make application to the Board on forms approved by the Board, shall submit the appropriate fee, and shall provide the following:

(a) proof of valid licensure as an embalmer in the State of Georgia; and

(b) an affidavit stating that, as an apprentice, the applicant assisted with at least fifty (50) funerals; the affidavit shall also specify the names of the deceased and dates of death.

(3) An application for licensure as a funeral director shall be reviewed by the Board only after it is complete. This application shall ask questions regarding the applicant's conviction for a felony or misdemeanor and violations or sentences under the First Offender Act. A completed application must be submitted at least fifteen (15) days prior to a Board meeting, and the Board shall accept or reject each application by majority vote.

O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-19; 43-1-25; 43-18-23; 43-18-41; 43-18-46.

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