FSE 101 Introduction and History of Funeral Service

3 credits

This course is a survey of the history of funeral service. Emphasis is placed on individuals and events which influenced contemporary funeral principles and practices.

Prerequisites: BIOL& 175, BUS& 201, ENGL& 101, and MATH& 107

Quarters Offered: Winter, Summer

Global Outcomes:
This course teaches to the global outcome of Teamwork.

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Recognize the historical roots of some contemporary funeral service practices
Describe the evolution of funeral merchandise, funeral transportation, and funeral homes
Appreciate and explain the development of current embalming practices
Describe the development of funeral service education
Explain the importance of developing inter-professional relationships and responsibilities within the funeral service community
Compare and contrast the history of funeral service to modern day practices
Identify and properly use professional vocabulary

Total Hours: 30 Lecture Hours: 30