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FSE 275 Comprehensive Review

3 credits
This course reviews all subjects that will be tested on the National Board Examination (NBE). The NBE is the nationally-recognized standard for FSE graduates. This course is taken during the student’s last quarter.

Prerequisites: Program director permission required

Quarters Offered: Winter

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:

  • 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 


Total Hours: 30 Lecture Hours: 30