Board of Morticians & Funeral Directors

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NEW INFORMATION

  • It is almost time to renew your Crematory Operator Registration, Crematory Permit, and/or Mortuary Transport Permit.
    NOTE: The Board is now accepting online renewal applications and payments. Electronic payments are a convenience for Licensees and improves the efficiency of the services provided by the Board. Board staff is excited about the progress made in this area of the operation and is appreciative of your FULL cooperation.

    The online licensing renewal application is available for reviews and approvals starting August 1, 2024. A late fee will be assessed if the Board does not receive your renewal application on or before the expiration date indicated on your renewal application.

    All of the listed permits and registration above expire September 30th every two years.
    Renew your license online at the following link https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/850661645a764878990f9ed366a8c8b7 listed on our website under ONLINE SERVICES.

    If your name or address has changed, note the new address and/or enclose proof of name change, such as a court document or marriage certificate.

    Please pay the requested Renewal Fee using the RENEWAL PAYMENT LINK located on the application. The Board has the authority to charge a late fee; if your license renewal application is not received on or before your designated expiration date. In addition to the regular renewal payment; please use the LATE FEE PAYMENT LINK.

    *REMINDER: (If applicable) don't forget about the new implicit bias training requirement. If you have not already taken a course please visit the MDH, Minority Health and Health Disparities webpage https://health.maryland.gov/mhhd/Pages/Implicit-Bias-Resources.aspx - for more information.

    ***An individual who engages in the operation of a business or acts as a licensee without renewing the required permit or registration is subject to disciplinary action by the Board.

    *** (If applicable) DO NOT forget to schedule your Mortuary Transport Vehicle Renewal Inspection at the following link https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/26e8424a5c3248b0aa897c9c5bd6ee21​ Once your renewal application has been approved the Investigator/Inspector will contact you to schedule an inspection date and time.

  • AFFIDAVIT FOR LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

  • Please click to view all non-renewed Mortician Licenses for the renewal cycle ending April 30, 2024. If your name is on this list contact the Board's Licensing Coordinator to access the online renewal system and renew your expired Mortician License ASAP at 410-764-3453 or 443-934-3539. There will be a late fee of $400 applied. **You are considered non-renewed and you are NOT permitted to practice mortuary science until your application and fees are received and approved.**

    CONTACT​ INFORMATION

    In addition to calling our main line 410-764-4792 or emailing our Board's main email mdh.bomfd@maryland.gov, you may contact the following individuals directly with questions and for assistance (PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT SENDING SIMULTANEOUS REQUESTS OF THE SAME NATURE TO EVERY CONTACT MAY DELAY TIME IN RESPONSE) Emails and Voicemails will be responded to in the order they are received.

    Ashley Combs, Licensing Coordinator
    ALL Application Inquiries including but not limited to New, Reinstatement, Reactivation, Renewals, Inactive Status, and Apprenticeship
    Practical and Jurisprudence Examination Scheduling, Examination Results, License Verifications, ALL Changes in Information
    410-764-3453 or 443-934-3539; ashley.combs1@maryland.gov

    Andrew "Drew" Liberto , Investigator &  Inspector
    Compliance Related Issues, Complaints, Inspections and Investigations
    410-764-3415 or 443-800-4475; andrew.liberto@maryland.gov

    Erika Malone, Executive Director 
    Urgent Matters, CEU Approval Inquiries, Website content, Board Member Support/Administrative Support, General Questions 
    410-764-4714 or 443-826-3592; erika.malone1@maryland.gov

    UPCOMING EVENTS

    ​​Jurisprudence Exam

    *Dates subject to change

    October 1, 2024​
    January 7, 2025
    April 1, 2025
    July 1, 2025
    October 7, 2025

    ​Practical Exam​​​

    *Dates subject to change

    ​​October 3, 2024​
    April 3, 2025
    October 9, 2025



    Notice of Open Meeting

    Subject:  Open ​Session Board Meeting
    Date:  October 9​
    Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm​​​
    ​Join by Google Meet:
    Call-in number:+1 518-882-3587‬
    Access code: 686 719 321‬#‬‬​
    ​​ Contact: Board Office
    ​​(410) 764-4792​​

    --Meeting ​Agenda--

    Notice of Family Security Trust Fund Open Meeting

    Subject: Public Open Meeting
    Date: January 8, 2025​​
    Time: 12:30PM​
    Join by Google Meet:
    meet.google.com/bgr-cjsy-pps
    Call-in number: 1 929-324-1845‬​​​‬
    PIN: ​​​ 792 948 070#​
    Contact: Board Office​
    (410) 764-4792

    --FSTF Agenda-​-


    UPCOMING OPEN SESSION BOARD DATES 

    ​ ​
    APP. DEADLINE  BOARD MEETING  
    May 22, 2024Jun. 12, 2024
    Jun. 19, 2024Jul. 10, 2024
    Aug. 21, 2024Sept. 11, 2024
    Sept. 18, 2024Oct. 09, 2024
    Oct. 16, 2024Nov. 13, 2024
    Nov. 20, 2024
    Dec. 11, 2024
    Dec. 18, 2024Jan. 8, 2025
    Jan. 15, 2025Feb. 12, 2025
    Feb. 19, 2025Mar. 12, 2025
    Mar. 19, 2025Apr. 09, 2025
    Apr. 16, 2025May 14, 2025
    May 21, 2025Jun. 11, 2025
    Jun. 18, 2025Jul. 09, 2025

    ***applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, however applicants will not be scheduled for a full Board meeting vote until ALL required documentation has been received.


    ​​BOARD NOTICES


    N​ew Laws and Regulations



    BOARD OFFICE

    STATE BOARD OF MORTICIANS
    MDH METRO EXECUTIVE BUILDING
    4201 PATTERSON AVENUE
    BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21215
    PHONE: 410-764-4792 
    Fax: 410-358-6571
    EMAIL: MDH.BOMFD@maryland.gov

    Drop Off Hours

    ​Monday & Wednesday
    from ​10am to 3pm.​

    ​NO drop offs on the second wednesday of every month.