Funeral Arranger Review

by Co-op

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.5/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I complete the administrative work that a funeral involves. I also take care of the deceased that are at rest in my funeral home.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt how to manage my time more efficiently. I have developed my customer skills in all aspects of the job.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have learnt a lot from doing my apprenticeship. It’s in-depth and my coach is a expert in the funeral industry.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well. We are sent summaries for each training day and we have regular contact with our coach.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

As much as possible. They are supportive.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

A lot of support. We can phone and email our provider if we need any extra information.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I have learnt a lot of information that doesn’t come up often in the funeral home. Our coach has assisted in helping us settle in to a new branch and it always just a phone call away.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Co-op to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I love my job, it’s a industry that requires you to be resilient. Everyone helps each other.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Co-op?

Be honest when you are answering the questions on all of the psychotically tests and remember you will be with deceased people.