FUNERAL TX BOARD REVIEW EXAMINATION
Comprehensive Funeral Director & Embalmer
Licensure Competency Assessment
Texas Funeral Service Commission
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651 / Texas Administrative Code Title 22, Part 11
Academic Year 2026–2027
100 Multiple-Choice Questions | 180 Minutes | Passing Score: 75%
100% Verified | Graded A+
Assessment Delivery: Pearson VUE / TFSAC-Approved Testing Portal
Format: Computer-Based Proctored Examination with Regulatory Scenario Analysis
, Abstract
This examination assesses the competency of licensure candidates seeking to practice funeral
service in the State of Texas. The assessment comprises 100 multiple-choice items distributed
across eight core domains aligned with the Texas Funeral Service Commission examination
blueprint: funeral service law and regulatory compliance (25%), embalming science (20%),
restorative art and cosmetic application (15%), pre-need contracts and consumer protection
(15%), death investigation and documentation (10%), ethics and grief support (10%), business
management and operational compliance (5%), and scenario-based application integrating
Texas funeral service principles with ethical, legal, and compassionate decision-making. Items
are designed to measure knowledge of the Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, Texas
Administrative Code Title 22 Part 11, TFSAC rules, FTC Funeral Rule compliance, OSHA
regulations, and national funeral service standards. The examination incorporates standard
MCQ items, select-all-that-apply (SATA) items, Texas law application vignettes, embalming
scenario prioritization items, and ethical decision-making cases. A passing score of 75% (75/100
correct) is required for Texas funeral director and/or embalmer licensure eligibility per TFSAC
policy.
Keywords: Texas Funeral Board, Funeral Director Licensure, Embalmer Licensure, Texas
Occupations Code Chapter 651, TFSAC, Pre-Need Contracts, Embalming Science, Restorative
Art, FTC Funeral Rule
Examination Instructions
1. This examination contains 100 multiple-choice questions. Select the single best answer for
each item unless the question is marked as Select-All-That-Apply (SATA), in which case you
must select all correct options.
2. Total testing time is 180 minutes (3 hours). Pace yourself accordingly — approximately 1
minute and 48 seconds per question.
3. A passing score of 75% (75/100 correct answers) is required for Texas funeral
director/embalmer licensure eligibility per TFSAC policy.
4. All questions are based on current Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, Texas
Administrative Code Title 22 Part 11, TFSAC rules, FTC Funeral Rule, OSHA standards, and
national funeral service best practices.
5. Content distribution: Funeral Service Law (25%), Embalming Science (20%), Restorative
Art (15%), Pre-Need/Consumer Protection (15%), Death Investigation/Documentation
(10%), Ethics/Grief Support (10%), Business/Operations (5%).
6. Questions may include Texas law application vignettes, embalming scenario prioritization,
pre-need contract compliance analysis, and ethical decision-making cases.
7. Correct answers appear in bold purple text. Detailed rationales are provided in italic text
with a lavender background for study reference.
8. This content is for educational and examination preparation purposes only. Always verify
current requirements with the Texas Funeral Service Commission prior to examination.
Examination Questions
Domain 1: Texas Funeral Service Law & Regulatory Compliance
Q1. Under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, which entity has primary
regulatory authority over funeral directors and embalmers in Texas?
A. Texas Department of State Health Services
B. Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC)
C. Texas Attorney General's Office
, D. Federal Trade Commission
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC) has primary regulatory
authority over funeral directors, embalmers, and funeral establishments in Texas per
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651. The Commission is responsible for licensing,
discipline, and enforcement of funeral service regulations. While other agencies may have
overlapping jurisdiction in specific areas (such as the FTC for consumer protection or
DSHS for vital statistics), the TFSC is the primary regulatory body for the funeral service
profession in Texas.
Q2. Per Texas Occupations Code §651.101, what is the minimum age requirement for
licensure as a funeral director in Texas?
A. 18 years
B. 21 years
C. 25 years
D. No minimum age requirement
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §651.101 requires that an applicant for a funeral
director license must be at least 21 years of age. This minimum age requirement ensures
that licensees possess sufficient maturity and life experience for the professional
responsibilities of funeral service. Applicants must also meet educational requirements,
complete an apprenticeship, and pass the state examination.
Q3. Which of the following actions constitutes a violation of Texas Occupations
Code §651.402 regarding unlicensed practice?
A. A licensed funeral director supervising an apprentice in training
B. An unlicensed individual selling funeral merchandise directly to the public
without a funeral establishment license
C. A licensed embalmer performing embalming within the scope of practice
D. A funeral home employee transporting remains under a licensed director's supervision
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §651.402 prohibits unlicensed individuals from
engaging in the practice of funeral directing or embalming, which includes selling funeral
merchandise directly to the public without proper licensure. Supervised apprentices,
licensed professionals acting within scope, and employees performing tasks under licensed
supervision are not violations. Unlicensed practice is a serious offense that may result in
criminal penalties and civil liability.
Q4. Under Texas law, how many hours of continuing education are required for
license renewal per biennial period?
A. 8 hours
B. 12 hours
C. 16 hours
D. 20 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Texas requires 16 hours of continuing education per biennial renewal period for
funeral director and embalmer license renewal. Of these hours, specific topics such as ethics
may be mandated. Failure to complete the required continuing education hours may result
in license renewal denial. Licensees should verify current CE requirements with the TFSC,
as requirements may be updated by rule amendment.
Q5. What disciplinary action may the TFSC impose for a first-time violation of
advertising regulations under 22 TAC §101.71?
A. Immediate license revocation without hearing
, B. A reprimand, administrative penalty, or other sanction as determined by
the Commission after due process
C. Criminal prosecution in state district court
D. Permanent ban from the funeral service profession
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The TFSC may impose a range of sanctions for advertising violations, including
a reprimand, administrative penalty, or other appropriate sanction determined after due
process proceedings. Immediate license revocation without a hearing violates due process
rights. Criminal prosecution requires referral to law enforcement and is not the standard
administrative remedy. A permanent ban is an extreme sanction typically reserved for the
most severe or repeated violations, not a first-time advertising offense.
Q6. Per Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, which statement accurately describes
the complaint investigation process?
A. Complainants must hire private attorneys to pursue complaints against licensees
B. The Commission investigates complaints and may offer informal settlement
conferences before formal hearings
C. All complaints automatically proceed to formal contested case hearings without
exception
D. Only written notarized complaints delivered in person are accepted by the Commission
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The TFSC complaint process allows for investigation and the option of informal
settlement conferences prior to formal contested case hearings. This tiered approach
provides opportunities for resolution without the time and expense of formal proceedings.
Complainants do not need private attorneys—any person may file a complaint. Not all
complaints proceed to formal hearings; many are resolved informally. Complaints may be
submitted in various formats, not exclusively notarized in-person deliveries.
Q7. Under 22 TAC §101.1, which individual may lawfully sign a death certificate in
Texas?
A. Any funeral home employee regardless of licensure
B. The funeral director in charge or person acting as such who first assumes
custody of the body
C. The attending physician's office manager
D. The next of kin of the deceased
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under Texas law, the funeral director in charge or the person acting as such
who first assumes custody of the body is responsible for signing the death certificate's
personal (demographic) portion and filing it with the local registrar. This responsibility
cannot be delegated to unlicensed employees, office managers, or family members. The
medical portion must be completed by the attending physician, medical examiner, or justice
of the peace as applicable.
Q8. When shipping human remains from Texas to another state, which document
must accompany the remains per Texas law?
A. A notarized affidavit from the funeral home owner
B. A burial-transit permit issued by the appropriate authority
C. A letter from the receiving funeral home acknowledging acceptance
D. A copy of the deceased's last will and testament
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A burial-transit permit must accompany human remains being shipped from
Texas to another state. This permit verifies that the death has been properly registered and
that the remains may be lawfully transported for disposition. A notarized affidavit,
Comprehensive Funeral Director & Embalmer
Licensure Competency Assessment
Texas Funeral Service Commission
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651 / Texas Administrative Code Title 22, Part 11
Academic Year 2026–2027
100 Multiple-Choice Questions | 180 Minutes | Passing Score: 75%
100% Verified | Graded A+
Assessment Delivery: Pearson VUE / TFSAC-Approved Testing Portal
Format: Computer-Based Proctored Examination with Regulatory Scenario Analysis
, Abstract
This examination assesses the competency of licensure candidates seeking to practice funeral
service in the State of Texas. The assessment comprises 100 multiple-choice items distributed
across eight core domains aligned with the Texas Funeral Service Commission examination
blueprint: funeral service law and regulatory compliance (25%), embalming science (20%),
restorative art and cosmetic application (15%), pre-need contracts and consumer protection
(15%), death investigation and documentation (10%), ethics and grief support (10%), business
management and operational compliance (5%), and scenario-based application integrating
Texas funeral service principles with ethical, legal, and compassionate decision-making. Items
are designed to measure knowledge of the Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, Texas
Administrative Code Title 22 Part 11, TFSAC rules, FTC Funeral Rule compliance, OSHA
regulations, and national funeral service standards. The examination incorporates standard
MCQ items, select-all-that-apply (SATA) items, Texas law application vignettes, embalming
scenario prioritization items, and ethical decision-making cases. A passing score of 75% (75/100
correct) is required for Texas funeral director and/or embalmer licensure eligibility per TFSAC
policy.
Keywords: Texas Funeral Board, Funeral Director Licensure, Embalmer Licensure, Texas
Occupations Code Chapter 651, TFSAC, Pre-Need Contracts, Embalming Science, Restorative
Art, FTC Funeral Rule
Examination Instructions
1. This examination contains 100 multiple-choice questions. Select the single best answer for
each item unless the question is marked as Select-All-That-Apply (SATA), in which case you
must select all correct options.
2. Total testing time is 180 minutes (3 hours). Pace yourself accordingly — approximately 1
minute and 48 seconds per question.
3. A passing score of 75% (75/100 correct answers) is required for Texas funeral
director/embalmer licensure eligibility per TFSAC policy.
4. All questions are based on current Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, Texas
Administrative Code Title 22 Part 11, TFSAC rules, FTC Funeral Rule, OSHA standards, and
national funeral service best practices.
5. Content distribution: Funeral Service Law (25%), Embalming Science (20%), Restorative
Art (15%), Pre-Need/Consumer Protection (15%), Death Investigation/Documentation
(10%), Ethics/Grief Support (10%), Business/Operations (5%).
6. Questions may include Texas law application vignettes, embalming scenario prioritization,
pre-need contract compliance analysis, and ethical decision-making cases.
7. Correct answers appear in bold purple text. Detailed rationales are provided in italic text
with a lavender background for study reference.
8. This content is for educational and examination preparation purposes only. Always verify
current requirements with the Texas Funeral Service Commission prior to examination.
Examination Questions
Domain 1: Texas Funeral Service Law & Regulatory Compliance
Q1. Under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, which entity has primary
regulatory authority over funeral directors and embalmers in Texas?
A. Texas Department of State Health Services
B. Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC)
C. Texas Attorney General's Office
, D. Federal Trade Commission
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC) has primary regulatory
authority over funeral directors, embalmers, and funeral establishments in Texas per
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651. The Commission is responsible for licensing,
discipline, and enforcement of funeral service regulations. While other agencies may have
overlapping jurisdiction in specific areas (such as the FTC for consumer protection or
DSHS for vital statistics), the TFSC is the primary regulatory body for the funeral service
profession in Texas.
Q2. Per Texas Occupations Code §651.101, what is the minimum age requirement for
licensure as a funeral director in Texas?
A. 18 years
B. 21 years
C. 25 years
D. No minimum age requirement
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §651.101 requires that an applicant for a funeral
director license must be at least 21 years of age. This minimum age requirement ensures
that licensees possess sufficient maturity and life experience for the professional
responsibilities of funeral service. Applicants must also meet educational requirements,
complete an apprenticeship, and pass the state examination.
Q3. Which of the following actions constitutes a violation of Texas Occupations
Code §651.402 regarding unlicensed practice?
A. A licensed funeral director supervising an apprentice in training
B. An unlicensed individual selling funeral merchandise directly to the public
without a funeral establishment license
C. A licensed embalmer performing embalming within the scope of practice
D. A funeral home employee transporting remains under a licensed director's supervision
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §651.402 prohibits unlicensed individuals from
engaging in the practice of funeral directing or embalming, which includes selling funeral
merchandise directly to the public without proper licensure. Supervised apprentices,
licensed professionals acting within scope, and employees performing tasks under licensed
supervision are not violations. Unlicensed practice is a serious offense that may result in
criminal penalties and civil liability.
Q4. Under Texas law, how many hours of continuing education are required for
license renewal per biennial period?
A. 8 hours
B. 12 hours
C. 16 hours
D. 20 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Texas requires 16 hours of continuing education per biennial renewal period for
funeral director and embalmer license renewal. Of these hours, specific topics such as ethics
may be mandated. Failure to complete the required continuing education hours may result
in license renewal denial. Licensees should verify current CE requirements with the TFSC,
as requirements may be updated by rule amendment.
Q5. What disciplinary action may the TFSC impose for a first-time violation of
advertising regulations under 22 TAC §101.71?
A. Immediate license revocation without hearing
, B. A reprimand, administrative penalty, or other sanction as determined by
the Commission after due process
C. Criminal prosecution in state district court
D. Permanent ban from the funeral service profession
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The TFSC may impose a range of sanctions for advertising violations, including
a reprimand, administrative penalty, or other appropriate sanction determined after due
process proceedings. Immediate license revocation without a hearing violates due process
rights. Criminal prosecution requires referral to law enforcement and is not the standard
administrative remedy. A permanent ban is an extreme sanction typically reserved for the
most severe or repeated violations, not a first-time advertising offense.
Q6. Per Texas Occupations Code Chapter 651, which statement accurately describes
the complaint investigation process?
A. Complainants must hire private attorneys to pursue complaints against licensees
B. The Commission investigates complaints and may offer informal settlement
conferences before formal hearings
C. All complaints automatically proceed to formal contested case hearings without
exception
D. Only written notarized complaints delivered in person are accepted by the Commission
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The TFSC complaint process allows for investigation and the option of informal
settlement conferences prior to formal contested case hearings. This tiered approach
provides opportunities for resolution without the time and expense of formal proceedings.
Complainants do not need private attorneys—any person may file a complaint. Not all
complaints proceed to formal hearings; many are resolved informally. Complaints may be
submitted in various formats, not exclusively notarized in-person deliveries.
Q7. Under 22 TAC §101.1, which individual may lawfully sign a death certificate in
Texas?
A. Any funeral home employee regardless of licensure
B. The funeral director in charge or person acting as such who first assumes
custody of the body
C. The attending physician's office manager
D. The next of kin of the deceased
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under Texas law, the funeral director in charge or the person acting as such
who first assumes custody of the body is responsible for signing the death certificate's
personal (demographic) portion and filing it with the local registrar. This responsibility
cannot be delegated to unlicensed employees, office managers, or family members. The
medical portion must be completed by the attending physician, medical examiner, or justice
of the peace as applicable.
Q8. When shipping human remains from Texas to another state, which document
must accompany the remains per Texas law?
A. A notarized affidavit from the funeral home owner
B. A burial-transit permit issued by the appropriate authority
C. A letter from the receiving funeral home acknowledging acceptance
D. A copy of the deceased's last will and testament
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A burial-transit permit must accompany human remains being shipped from
Texas to another state. This permit verifies that the death has been properly registered and
that the remains may be lawfully transported for disposition. A notarized affidavit,
