If you are looking to start a career in the funeral service industry and are on your way to taking the National Board Examination, Varsity Tutors offers NBE classes that can help you take your test preparation to the next level. The NBE evaluates your knowledge in a variety of relevant areas and provides official licensing agencies with that information as you apply for licensure. Our NBE test prep offerings cover everything you need to know in the lead up to exam day.
NBE preparation is about making sure you have a knowledge and skills for the exam. Below is a partial list of topics:
Helpful Frequently Asked Questions
NBE Topics (Non-Comprehensive)
- Decomposition
- Formaldehyde
- Glutaraldehyde
- Methanol
- Humectants
- Restorative Art
- Casket
- Burial Planning
- Cremation Urn
The examination is evenly divided into an Arts section and a Science section, each containing 170 questions and each treated with equal respect by our NBE prep program. Each section covers a wide range of relevant subject areas that can all be covered in-depth as part of an NBE course. Below you can see some test questions like those you could prepare for in your NBE class:
NBE Sample Questions
A funeral rite that is adjusted to the needs and wants of those involved is known as:
- A. adaptive
- B. humanistic
- C. traditional
- D. a memorial service
The religion of the United States is basically
- A. Buddhist.
- B. Judeo-Christian.
- C. Muslim.
- D. Hindu.
Our NBE test prep services consist of individual study sessions with NBE tutors. The main focus of NBE tutoring is, of course, drilling down on the material that you will see on the exam. However, instructors in our NBE prep programs can also help you prepare by letting you know what to expect in terms of format, as well as sharing test-taking strategies and tips for how to attack difficult or tricky portions of the test.
Varsity Tutors does its absolute best to match you with an instructor whose schedule complements your own and can work with you to plan NBE test prep sessions that take place at convenient times. Our virtual platform means you don't have to worry about travel to and from meetings with your tutor. NBE prep sessions can take place online anywhere that you have access to the internet.
One benefit many participants find with our NBE test preparation is the opportunity to receive personalized instruction. Tutors are experienced in working to first evaluate your individual learning style and then tailoring their lesson plans to help you prepare in the most efficient way possible. Maybe you have many of the areas of the Science section mastered but need a little help filling in the gaps on the Arts section. As part of our NBE prep services, instructors will spend their time and energy focusing on areas where you need the most help. They can take into account your concerns heading into the exam and provide immediate feedback that could have you approaching test day with a newfound confidence.
If NBE test prep through Varsity Tutors sounds like something that could benefit you heading into exam day, please contact us online or by phone today. Our Educational Directors are standing by to answer any questions you may have regarding our NBE courses and to help you get signed up. Do not go into the National Board Examination without being sure that did all you could to be fully prepared.
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Education & Certification
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Cachet: NBE - National Board Exam for Funeral Services test prep instructor
...Associate of Science. Besides my formal education, I have spent the last five years working as a licensed funeral director and embalmer in the northern Virginia area. This experience has allowed me to interact with coworkers who were students earning their degrees in funeral service and prepare for their national boards. In dealing with these students, I realized that I could assist with reviewing all subject matter and minimal competencies needed to successfully prepare to...
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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- Other
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Mykal : NBE - National Board Exam for Funeral Services test prep instructor
I have been in the Funeral Industry for over 5 years now. I graduated Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service with my Associates degree in Mortuary Science in 2017. I graduated Mid-America College of Funeral Service with my Bachelor's degree in Funeral Service Management in 2020. I am a Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer in the State of Florida. I recently completed the achievement of becoming a CFSP (Certified Funeral Service Practitioner) one of the highest...
Education & Certification
- Mid-America College of Funeral Service - Bachelor of Science, Funeral Service and Mortuary Science
Subject Expertise
- NBE - National Board Exam for Funeral Services
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My names is Eric Westbrook Matthews, I am a National board certified funeral service practitioner licensed in the state of MS. I am also a certified Teacher in MS. I am a fourth generation funeral director and second generation teacher.
Education & Certification
- Mississippi State University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
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Subject Expertise
- NBE - National Board Exam for Funeral Services
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Science
- UK A Level
- +27 subjects
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- NBE - National Board Exam for Funeral Services
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- +9 subjects