Funeral Direction/Service at Delgado Community College in New Orleans, LA

Personal & Culinary Services ASSOCIATE CIP 12.0302

Total Graduates

20

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

10%

2 of 20

Female Graduates

90%

18 of 20

Annual Tuition

$3,335

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Funeral Direction/Service.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 12.0302
Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 20 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 10% male, 90% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$76,830

10-Year Job Growth

+4.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$61,464+4.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$39,840+3.1%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$57,623

Peak Salary

$96,038

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (9)

Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Time Management
Speaking
Management of Personnel Resources
Critical Thinking
Judgment and Decision Making

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Mixed

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible

Indoor/Outdoor

50% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

Moderate

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

ADVANCED

Technology Intensity

HIGH

Essential Software

Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word

Important Software

Salesforce software

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Proficiency with specialized software
Technical documentation
Data analysis tools
System integration
💡

Note: This program will equip you with advanced level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Funeral Direction/Service..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
S
Social

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Service Orientation
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Helping others
Achievement
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?

2

Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?

3

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

4

Do you value service orientation?

5

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location New Orleans, LA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $3,335
Out-of-State Tuition $3,335

Program Information

CIP Code: 12.0302
CIP Family: 12
IPEDS ID: