Embalmer Licence: Moving from British Columbia to Nova Scotia
The short answer
Extra steps
Applicants licensed in another Canadian province must have their credentials assessed, pass the Nova Scotia Mortuary Law Exam, and submit a license application and fee. Source
“If you are a funeral professional licensed and in good standing in a Canadian province, outside of Nova Scotia, you may be eligible to apply for an individual professional license in Nova Scotia.”
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Both provinces
| Licensed in British Columbia | Moving to Nova Scotia | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Certification required |
| Regulator | SkilledTradesBC | Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors |
| Guide | Embalmer in British Columbia | Embalmer in Nova Scotia |
Steps to transfer
Have credentials assessed
Source
“To have your credentials assessed, please submit the following items to the Nova Scotia Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors:”
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Source
“– Successfully pass the Nova Scotia Mortuary Law Exam by meeting the minimum competency grade of 75% or higher.”
nsbrefd.com/License_Applications_and_Transfer_Information_from_Anot...Submit application and fee
Source
“– Submit a fully completed application form for embalmer and/or funeral director licensure – Submit the licensing application fee”
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Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors
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