FSE 251 Embalming I

3 credits

This course includes the study of the phenomenon of death in the human body, government regulations applicable to the embalming process, and embalming analysis, reports, and instrumentation.

Prerequisites: BIOL& 175 and FSE 101

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

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

Explain how the handling, treatment and disposition of the dead human body meet the sociological, psychological, theological, physical and legal requirements of family and community
Identify the causes and manners of death whereby notification of death to public officials is required
Use appropriate terminology to facilitate communication with members of allied professions and the public
Apply adequate methods of personal and environmental protection against communicable and infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals
Cooperate with professional agencies regarding the dead human body
Identify and document body conditions, embalming techniques and procedures performed in written embalming report

Total Hours: 30 Lecture Hours: 30