If Amazon does not have this book in stock, you can buy at bn.com ($36). The Conference's National Board Examination (NBE) provides an evaluation of a candidate's knowledge and competency needed to practice as a licensed funeral director or embalmer. The exam reflects the current practice in funeral services and assesses a candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform their professional duties according to a national standard. Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia use the NBE as a part of their licensure procedures. The NBE consists of two exams - the NBE Arts and the NBE Sciences. Both exams must be passed to obtain the NBE certificate. The NBE is one portion of the licensing process. Follow the specifications of your state's licensing board to complete the necessary steps for licensure.