ICFSEB NBE Practice Test 2026 — Free ICFSEB NBE Exam Prep Questions
The National Board Examination is taken by mortuary science graduates seeking licensure as funeral directors and embalmers in most U.S. states. Our practice covers both sections — NBE-Arts (arranging and directing, merchandising, counseling, law and regulation, cemetery and cremation) and NBE-Sciences (embalming, restorative art, other preparation of the deceased and funeral service sciences).
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ICFSEB NBE format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Pearson Professional Centers in all 50 states and DC, in English. NBE-Arts and NBE-Sciences are scheduled and taken separately (same day allowed); 170 minutes each after a 7-minute tutorial. A basic calculator is built into the exam software.
| Sections | NBE-Arts (funeral directing) and NBE-Sciences (embalming), taken and scored separately |
|---|---|
| Questions | 170 multiple-choice per section: 150 scored + 20 unscored pretest |
| Time | 170 minutes per section, plus a 7-minute tutorial |
| Passing score | Scaled score of 75 on each section |
| Calculator | Basic calculator built into the exam software; no personal calculators |
| Blueprint | Content outline in effect since January 1, 2023, based on a 2022 job task analysis |
| Fee | $285 per section |
| Retakes | 30-day wait after a failed section |
| Eligibility | Graduate of an ABFSE-accredited or affiliated program, or meet your state board's eligibility requirements |
| Official practice exam | 75 questions in 1 hour 15 minutes, $60 per attempt |
Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: theconferenceonline.org/download/nbe-candidate-handbook/?wpdmdl=15910&ind=39769&refresh=5f08dca8&filename=2026-NBE-Candidate-Handbook.pdf. Always confirm details with The Conference (ICFSEB) before your exam.
When can you take the ICFSEB NBE?
Offered daily, year-round at Pearson Professional Centers once The Conference issues your Authorization to Test; book at pearsonvue.com/theconference.
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What the ICFSEB NBE covers
Every PrepBanq ICFSEB NBE test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Funeral Arranging and DirectingNBE-Arts: 51 of 150 scored items (34%). | 17% | ~51 | 26 questions → |
Funeral Service Marketing/MerchandisingNBE-Arts: 21 of 150 scored items (14%). | 7% | ~21 | 10 questions → |
Funeral Service CounselingNBE-Arts: 19 of 150 scored items (13%). | 6% | ~18 | 10 questions → |
Legal and Regulatory ComplianceNBE-Arts: 35 of 150 scored items (23%). | 12% | ~36 | 17 questions → |
Cemetery/Crematory/Other DispositionsNBE-Arts: 24 of 150 scored items (16%). | 8% | ~24 | 12 questions → |
EmbalmingNBE-Sciences: 62 of 150 scored items (41%). | 21% | ~63 | 31 questions → |
Restorative ArtNBE-Sciences: 34 of 150 scored items (23%). | 11% | ~33 | 17 questions → |
Other Preparation of the DeceasedNBE-Sciences: 28 of 150 scored items (19%). | 9% | ~27 | 14 questions → |
Funeral Service SciencesNBE-Sciences: 26 of 150 scored items (17%). | 9% | ~27 | 13 questions → |
How to register for the ICFSEB NBE
Retake policy
Wait 30 days before retaking a failed section, with a new application and fee each time; a passed section cannot be retaken unless a licensing board requires it in writing.
Score release
Pass or Fail is shown at the test center; official results go to your licensing board in about 3 business days. Failing candidates also receive their scaled score and the outline areas where questions were missed.
Credential renewal
Passing NBE results do not expire; each licensing board decides how it uses them. Applications and fees expire one year after payment.
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ICFSEB NBE FAQ
How many questions are on the ICFSEB NBE?
The ICFSEB NBE has 340 questions (300 of them scored) and you have 5 hours 40 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice, one correct answer per question. NBE-Arts and NBE-Sciences are separate exams of 170 questions each (150 scored + 20 unscored pretest questions mixed in at random)..
How long is the ICFSEB NBE exam?
Testing time for the ICFSEB NBE is 5 hours 40 minutes.
What is the passing score for the ICFSEB NBE?
ICFSEB NBE passing standard: Scaled score of 75 on each section (pass/fail). Score range: Scaled score; 75 or higher passes.
How much does the ICFSEB NBE cost?
The ICFSEB NBE registration fee is $285 per section (NBE-Arts and NBE-Sciences); retakes $285 per section. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the ICFSEB NBE?
The ICFSEB NBE covers Funeral Arranging and Directing (about 17%), Funeral Service Marketing/Merchandising (about 7%), Funeral Service Counseling (about 6%), Legal and Regulatory Compliance (about 12%), Cemetery/Crematory/Other Dispositions (about 8%), Embalming (about 21%), Restorative Art (about 11%), Other Preparation of the Deceased (about 9%), Funeral Service Sciences (about 9%).
Who administers the ICFSEB NBE?
The ICFSEB National Board Examination (Arts and Sciences) is administered by The Conference (ICFSEB). Delivery: Computer-based at Pearson Professional Centers in all 50 states and DC, in English. NBE-Arts and NBE-Sciences are scheduled and taken separately (same day allowed); 170 minutes each after a 7-minute tutorial. A basic calculator is built into the exam software.
Can you retake the ICFSEB NBE?
Wait 30 days before retaking a failed section, with a new application and fee each time; a passed section cannot be retaken unless a licensing board requires it in writing.
Is there a free ICFSEB NBE practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free ICFSEB NBE practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real ICFSEB NBE formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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