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sydney’s corner – How to Maintain Focus

sydney’s corner – How to Maintain Focus

We all know how easy it is to be distracted from accomplishing tasks. This is especially true when the weather is warm (I mean, have you seen those birds out there?) I’m Sydney, the emotional support dog, and I’m here to share tips on how to maintain focus during...

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Ghanaian Fantasy Coffins The one commonality between all cultures is the unfortunate reality of death. No matter where you are in the world, you are going to experience the death of a loved one. Many cultures have different ways of honoring their dead, and today we...

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December 2024 Graduation

December 2024 Graduation

Onward and Upward: Congratulations December 2024 Graduates! One of our biggest honors is watching our students walk at graduation and take the next steps into their career. We gather together and celebrate one another's achievements while reflecting back on memories...

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Expectations Vs. Reality: Insights from New Students

Expectations Vs. Reality: Insights from New Students

As prospective students consider their educational paths, firsthand experiences can be invaluable. Students may have expectations that don’t quite line up with reality. Now that we’re a month into the fall term, we gathered insights from seven new students at the...

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The Community of PIMS

The Community of PIMS

I’d like to take a moment to reflect on one of the things that makes The Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science different. Every educational institute can build feelings of camaraderie and friendship. But PIMS is more than that. We are a community.  The desire to...

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Networking and Professional Development in Funeral Service

Networking and Professional Development in Funeral Service

As a funeral professional, networking and professional development are crucial to career growth. It allows those who work in the funeral industry the opportunity to grow in their current job, as well as the potential for different career opportunities in the future....

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The Role of Technology in Mortuary Science Education

The Role of Technology in Mortuary Science Education

Technology in the mortuary science industry has evolved in recent years, and will continue to do so as technology advances. Therefore, technology is an important part of mortuary science education. Technology is a huge part of higher education in general, so it’s not...

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Managing Emotions in Mortuary Science Education

Managing Emotions in Mortuary Science Education

 Out of all the skills that are utilized in the mortuary science industry, compassion and empathy can be the most taxing to use everyday. With that being said, it is very important that those who are pursuing a mortuary science career pursue self care rituals early...

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Like all industries, the mortuary science industry has had its own evolution of technology and trends. At PIMS, we are proud to say that we stay up-to-date with these trends for our embalming and restorative art programs so our students can work with the latest...

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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
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science5 days ago
Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms — birth moms, adoptive moms, stepmoms, foster moms, chosen moms, pet moms, and mother figures.

Today we celebrate you and all the love you give. 💐❤️ #HappyMothersDay
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science1 week ago
🥳🎉💚Head-zo turns 5! 💚🎉🥳

We're celebrating FIVE amazing years of the BEST restorative art training heads in the industry — proudly created first by PIMS and brought to life by a Hollywood special FX artist! 💀

To celebrate, we're waiving application fees for the next 5 days — email: admissions@pims.edu to start your free application!

#PIMSdiditfirst #HappyBirthdayHeadzo #MortuarySchool #RestorativeArt
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science2 weeks ago
🐾✨ PIMS is thrilled to officially welcome our newest comfort puppy in training — meet Winnifred "Winnie" Valentine! 🐶💛 With her gentle spirit and warm heart, Winnie is already bringing smiles and embodying the compassion at the core of all we do. As she begins her journey with us, we know she will grow into a true symbol of comfort and care.

Please join us in giving her a warm welcome as she learns what it means to Follow your Servant’s Heart. 💚

#PIMSdiditfirst #therapydog #mortuaryschool #MortuaryScience

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
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science5 days ago
Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms — birth moms, adoptive moms, stepmoms, foster moms, chosen moms, pet moms, and mother figures.

Today we celebrate you and all the love you give. 💐❤️ #HappyMothersDay
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science1 week ago
🥳🎉💚Head-zo turns 5! 💚🎉🥳

We're celebrating FIVE amazing years of the BEST restorative art training heads in the industry — proudly created first by PIMS and brought to life by a Hollywood special FX artist! 💀

To celebrate, we're waiving application fees for the next 5 days — email: admissions@pims.edu to start your free application!

#PIMSdiditfirst #HappyBirthdayHeadzo #MortuarySchool #RestorativeArt
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science2 weeks ago
🐾✨ PIMS is thrilled to officially welcome our newest comfort puppy in training — meet Winnifred "Winnie" Valentine! 🐶💛 With her gentle spirit and warm heart, Winnie is already bringing smiles and embodying the compassion at the core of all we do. As she begins her journey with us, we know she will grow into a true symbol of comfort and care.

Please join us in giving her a warm welcome as she learns what it means to Follow your Servant’s Heart. 💚

#PIMSdiditfirst #therapydog #mortuaryschool #MortuaryScience
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science2 weeks ago
Big congratulations to THREE outstanding PIMS Alumni who were installed as officers in the Ohio Funeral Directors Association at the 145th Annual Convention in Columbus, Ohio! 👏

Your leadership continues to make us proud — way to represent PIMS with excellence! 💚
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science3 weeks ago
Our newest team member started this week and let’s just say… things have been interesting. 😅

We’re keeping the full introduction under wraps for now, but trust us — you’re going to want to meet her. Stay tuned next week for the big reveal! 👀
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science3 weeks ago
🌍 Happy Earth Day, PIMS! 🌿✨

What better way to celebrate this beautiful planet than by stepping outside and soaking up the green spaces right in our backyard? From the peaceful trails of Frick Park to the stunning views at Emerald View Park, our city is packed with places to reconnect with nature. 🌳💚

Take a walk, ride your bike, pick up a little litter, or just sit under a tree and breathe—Pittsburgh’s parks are calling, and today’s the perfect day to answer. 🌞🐦

Let’s love our Earth the way it loves us back. 💫

Visit Pittsburgh Parks: https://pittsburghearthday.org/weekends-at-the-park/