As memorialization becomes increasingly competitive, the value of earning the Certified Memorialist® (CM) designation as a mark of excellence is more important than ever. Achieving CM status demonstrates to clients and employers your comprehensive knowledge of, and commitment to, our industry.
Certification is awarded to individuals, not a firm as a whole. Both Members and non-members of MBNA can apply to become a CM. CMs are recertified every three years with requirements to continue their involvement in the profession and education.
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A grave marker is one of the only pieces of artwork that an average family will ever buy. These hand-made tributes to the life of a loved one serve many important purposes for a grieving family, but they are also an important permanent record that will tell an individual's story to the generations that follow.