NSCC Funeral Service Program

10/08/2026

Our friends at Funeral Professionals Peer Support have organized an incredible week of mental health awareness and education aimed specifically at Funeral Service providers that is 100% Free. Please check out the LIFTING THE BURDEN 2026: WELLNESS WEEK 🌿

October 12–16, 2026
100% On-Demand & Virtual
FREE Registration for the Death Care Community

Funeral Professional Peer Support Proudly Presents
Wellness Week 2026: Lifting the Burden
📅 October 12–16, 2026
Funeral Professional Peer Support is proud to present Wellness Week 2026: Lifting the Burden, a week dedicated to wellness, mental health, and supporting the professionals who serve others every day.
How to Access the Sessions
To access each session, please visit:
www.funeralspeersupport.com
Click on “Lifting the Burden” to access the presentations.
Each presentation will be available on our website on the day of its scheduled session and will remain available on the website afterward, so you can watch the sessions at your convenience.
🎥 All sessions are FREE to access.
We invite all Funeral Service Professionals to take part, learn, connect, and most importantly, remember that you do not have to carry the burden alone.
Funeral Professional Peer Support
Promoting wholeness and wellness by uniting Funeral Professionals around the world.
Please Note: Jenniter Muldowney"s Drop in session Will be live from 4:00pm to 8:00pm Est

09/18/2026

What's better than seeing students on campus? Seeing them out and about at funeral service professional events, obviously. A few of our own at the annual MFDA Funeral Service Appreciation Night 😍

09/09/2026

And we are off….

First day Fall 2026 ✅ 😁

08/14/2026

The decision to enter funeral service is not one to be taken lightly and choosing a mortuary program that will help get you there shouldn’t be an afterthought either.

Take the time to do your research, beyond just browsing a website. Talk to faculty, current students and graduates of the program, consider costs, scheduling, and how the program can support your unique needs.

NSCC may just be the "right fit" for you so someone you know. We have two information sessions coming up for those interested in Fall 2027 admission. Its not too early to start planning. Sign up links in comments.

Upcoming Information Sessions for Fall 2027 admission:

Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 5:00pm Via Zoom

Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 5:00pm Via Zoom

For more information please email [email protected].

07/31/2026

We like to keep things a little quieter on social media during the summer to give everyone (and us) a break, but some things are simply too exciting not to share!

For the fifth year in a row, the NSCC Funeral Service Program has had the privilege of awarding an ICCFA University Scholarship on behalf of the ICCFA Educational Foundation to one outstanding student. This year, we are proud to recognize second-year student Richard "Scott" Conte as our scholarship recipient.

Earlier this month, Scott traveled to Atlanta, where he attended and graduated from the Todd Van Beck College of Funeral Home Management alongside funeral service professionals from across the country.

Reflecting on the experience, Scott shared:

"I can’t even begin to express what an incredible and life-changing experience this was."

Scott, we could not be more proud and we were very fortunate to have you represent NSCC at ICCFA! We can't wait to hear more about your experience and see all that you accomplish in the future.

05/29/2026

Congratulations FJ!

The Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association has announced that a 2026 Presidents’ Award has been awarded to Francis J. Murphy Jr. of the Murphy Funeral Home of Salem. Francis, at right, pictured with MFDA President Stephen Gemelli, is a resident of Salem and a graduate of the NSCC Funeral Service Program who “exemplifies the kindness and service-minded spirit that the Past Presidents envisioned when they created this award. Dedicated and respected among his peers, he consistently demonstrates leadership and a willingness to help others, even amid a demanding schedule. The future of the profession is bright with funeral directors like F.J.”

05/19/2026

2026 NSCC Funeral Service Pinning Program and Graduate Profiles

2026 NSCC Funeral Service Pinning and Recognition Ceremony May 19th, 2026 Order of Events WELCOME AND INTRODUCTORY REMARKS Sarah Stopyra, NSCC Funeral Service Program Coordinator STUDENT SPEAKER Phillip Nicholas Bellini, Class of 2026 HONORED GUEST SPEAKER Stephen F. Gemelli Presid...

05/12/2026

Artists among us..... 🤩

05/09/2026

Its the most wonderful time of the year- award season!

Tonight,13 outstanding members of our program were inducted into Pi Sigma Eta, the National Mortician's Honor Society, in recognition of their academic achievement, professionalism, and dedication to the funeral service profession.

It was an honor to recognize the hard work and commitment these students have shown throughout their journey. We are so immensely proud!

05/06/2026

What is better than one dog? 🐕 Two, of course! 🐕 Therapy dogs, Abbie from Murphy Funeral Home in Salem, MA and Winnie from Barile Family Funeral Home in Stoneham, MA visited us on campus today to help us de-stress before finals next week. They both deserve a raise! Also thank you to students, Sam Caswell and F.J. Murphy for arranging to share your furry work friends with us all.