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Contact Info
Mortuary Science Section
651-201-4200
health.mortsci@state.mn.us

Contact Info

Mortuary Science Section
651-201-4200
health.mortsci@state.mn.us

Mortuary Science

The Health Regulation Division Mortuary Science program regulates individual providers and facilities covered under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 149A, which includes:

  • Funeral establishments, including crematories, alkaline hydrolysis facilities and natural organic reduction facilities.
  • Morticians, funeral directors, and mortuary science interns.
  • Transfer care specialists.

Announcements

We are pleased to announce the implementation of e-licensing for new initial applications for mortuary science establishments in Minnesota, effective May 22. This includes applications for licenses to operate the following types of establishments:

  • Funeral Establishments
  • Crematories
  • Alkaline Hydrolysis
  • Natural Organic Reduction

Please note that this e-licensing rollout applies only to new applications for initial licensure to operate a mortuary science establishment.

The more information and instructions for registration visit the Mortuary Science Establishments page.

If you have questions, please contact Mortuary Science at health.mortsci@state.mn.us or 651-201-4200.

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Last Updated: 05/21/2025

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