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Reciprocal

Reciprocal Packet Information

*All reciprocal applicants must meet with the Board no later than one month prior to the exam*​

Criteria for applying for a Reciprocal License with the Commonwealth of Kentucky follows:

  • Have your current state of licensure complete the certification form.
  • Have an Associate Degree in Mortuary Science from an accredited school.
  • Meet with the Board members at a regular Board meeting for approval to take the exams. You will explain why you want and/or need a Kentucky license.
  • Complete all applications this includes reciprocal applications and exam applications. The fee for a reciprocal exam is $125.00 per license exam.
  • Provide a certified copy of your mortuary school transcript.
  • Have taken the National Boards you must provide a certified copy of your scores.
  • All paper work and fees are due in the Board office by:
  • A passing grade of 75% on each exam is required.

Please do not hesitate to call the Board office at (502) 426-4589 for any additional questions you might have pertaining to reciprocity.

Download the Recip​rocal Form

The Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors will provide reasonable modification in the administration of all licensure exams for qualified individuals with disabilities. The qualified individual with a disability shall submit, to the Board, documentation from an appropriate professional verifying limitations imposed by his/her disability. The individual with the disability shall request the effective modification.