Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General at Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc in Pittsburgh, PA

Personal & Culinary Services Certificate CIP 12.0301

Total Graduates

5

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

40%

2 of 5

Female Graduates

60%

3 of 5

Program Popularity

#14
of 15 colleges nationally
6.7%
Produces more graduates than 6.7% of colleges offering this program
363
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 12.0301
Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 5 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 40% male, 60% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Morticians, undertakers, and funeral arrangers

Primary Occupation
$49,800
Median Annual Salary
$31,470 $85,940
10th percentile 90th percentile
25,700 employed nationally +3.1% projected growth

Related Occupations

Funeral home managers +4.1%
$76,830
Embalmers +1.3%
$56,280

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$56,280

10-Year Job Growth

+1.3%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Embalmers SOC: 39-4011
$45,024+1.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
$61,464+4.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$39,840+3.1%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$42,210

Peak Salary

$70,350

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (2)

Speaking
Active Listening

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
E
Enterprising
R
Realistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Confident
Persuasive
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Leadership roles
Sales
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Speaking
Active Listening
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Achievement
Independence

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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