FSE 275 Comprehensive Review

• Explain the functions of a funeral director 
• Define the legal requirements of the various regulatory agencies as they pertain to a funeral director’s responsibilities 
• Analyze the factors which influence the diverse needs of funeral service clientele
• Select individual embalming treatments based upon the specific requests of client-families
• Demonstrate ability to respond appropriately to hypothetical situations involving human remains
• Effectively answer questions regarding funeral service options 
• Differentiate between the various types of funeral merchandise/sundries and their purposes
• Explain the importance of embalming using the basic elements related to science courses
• Distinguish between the various types of disposition
• Assess the various options utilized in personalizing a funeral to the family’s needs 
• Demonstrate appropriate listening skills while meeting with a family 

• be prepared for entry level positions as a funeral director and embalmer
• use appropriate terminology to facilitate communication with members of allied professions, the public, and the funeral service industry
• identify the pathological conditions and etiological factors which require special procedures in the removal, handling, preparation, and disposition of human remains
• be prepared to succeed on the National Board Exam and the state board exam