IS Mortuary Science Right for You?
While mortuary science is not an easy career to enter, it can be rewarding for those who handle it. It can be difficult to see people grieve during a difficult time in their life, but it can feel good to know that you are helping them with a very overwhelming...
PIMS Vote for Best Things to Do In Pittsburgh This Fall
Oh my gourd, it’s our favorite season! Fall is a preferred season by many due to the chilly weather, beautiful scenery, and exciting fall activities. Like many other cities across the country, Pittsburgh has its fair share of fun events that you can do with your...
Getting Ready for the Fall Semester At PIMS
When you’re a new college student, preparing for everything can be extremely daunting. Let’s face it, there is a lot to do to prepare for the fall semester. Here are some extremely helpful tips to ensure that you’re organized and prepared to succeed for your first...
So You Want to Be a Mortician?
Typically, when someone thinks of the type of person who aspires to be a mortician, they might think of someone who is fascinated by macabre. While being okay with death and dead bodies naturally comes with the job, mortuary sciences are a bit more complex than that. ...
Mental Health Misconceptions (And Resources for Help)
While we are slowly transitioning to a time where mental health issues are more openly discussed, some misconceptions are associated with mental health. As mental health awareness is an ongoing issue and a hot topic especially right now, particularly since the start...
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
The Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS) offers ABFSE accredited diploma and associate level programs in Funeral Directing and Embalming online and on-campus.
Contact Admissions for more info! admissions@pims.edu
Our Newly Remodeled, State of Art Prep Room - Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
THE CLINICAL EMBALMING EXPERIENCEGIVING YOU THE TOOLS TO SUCCEEDPIMS offers one of the most thorough and comprehensive clinical laboratory experiences in the...
Funeral service degrees are seeing increased interest in Pittsburgh and beyond
In a sense, Meredith Feeney is studying to be an event planner. But the events that Ms. Feeney will organize won’t be joyous occasions like weddings...
