What is a candidate for funeral director licensure called in New York, and when must they register with the department?

• A. Registered resident; within two weeks from the date beginning employment as a resident
• B. Apprentice; within one month of employment
• C. Applicant; upon filing the license application
• D. Intern; within six months of starting training

Answer: (A)

In New York, a candidate pursuing funeral director licensure who is gaining practical experience is designated as a registered resident. The department requires this registration to occur within two weeks from the date employment as a resident begins. This ensures the person is officially under supervision and accumulating the required practical hours toward licensure. The other labels and timeframes don’t apply here: the term used for pre-licensure status is registered resident, and the two-week deadline is the specific rule.