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03/18/2026
Intern Mentorship Academy
At IFDA, we believe the internship is one of the most important educational and growth experiences in becoming an embalmer and funeral director. It can be a springboard to a long and successful career, or it can be a less than fulfilling experience driving aspiring caregivers into other vocations.
In early 2023, the board of directors of the Indiana Funeral Directors Association recognized an opportunity to have a positive influence in developing the next generation of funeral caregivers through a mentorship program.
This program is designed to put the best practitioners in Indiana with the newest practitioners in Indiana, building a community of caregivers through a series of unique learning opportunities and conversations that strengthens professional skills and while serving Hoosier families.
The 2026 program began in January, however you may join at anytime and stay with the session until you have come full circle. The culmination of the program will be preparation for the state licensing test.
If you are mid-internship when you begin the program, we will allow you to participate in the program through your first year of licensure.
There is absolutely no cost to participate in this program beyond time. We do require employer approval to participate and commitment to allow them to attend these learning days. Likewise, the supervising funeral director overseeing the intern’s work must attend the orientation meeting.
YOU MUST REGISTER TO BE ELIGIBLE; WALK UP PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
