What is the minimum number of bodies an apprentice must embalm or assist with under supervision?

The minimum number of bodies that an apprentice must embalm or assist with under supervision is set at 25 bodies to ensure comprehensive hands-on training in the field of embalming. This requirement is in place to provide apprentices with the necessary practical experience to develop their technical skills, gain confidence, and familiarize themselves with the embalming process and the various techniques involved.

By engaging in the embalming of 25 bodies, apprentices can adequately learn how to handle different scenarios that may arise during the embalming process, including variations in body conditions and the application of embalming fluids. This extensive training is essential for ensuring that apprentices are well-prepared to perform embalming independently after completing their apprenticeship.

The other options, although they represent various numbers, do not meet the established minimum requirement for supervision and training, which has been standardized at 25 to ensure a consistent level of competency among all practitioners entering the field.