Undergraduate Certificate Program

Certificate in Funeral Service Education

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AND SYLLABI

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Total Semester Hours: 20

Summary

The College Certificate Program in Funeral Services Education is designed to prepare graduates to obtain employment in funeral homes as a "funeral associate or funeral assistant." This program is NOT designed to prepare one to become a licensed embalmer or licensed funeral director. There are NO embalming laboratories provided in this curriculum. Funeral Associates/Assistants are those who work closely and under the direction of a licensed funeral director, in many aspects and functions of the industry. As the "baby-boomer" generation ages, the future need for professionals and para-professionals in this industry is projected to increase significantly. Students also complete courses in grief counseling and are prepared to deal with basic interventions in acute grief.

This curriculum provides for a practicum in which students are required to complete an internship with a licensed funeral director in their geographical area. This is a comprehensive, online distance education program and provides the knowledge and skills, as well as internship experience needed to gain an entry level position. Completion of the five-course curriculum qualifies graduates to obtain certifcation in this specialty. The curriculum is extensive and comprehensive and requires a real commitment to study. A high school diploma is a prerequisite for admission into this program.

Certification

Students completing the degree program are eligible for Certification as a Certified Funeral Services Associate by the American Institute of Funeral Service Associates. Access info here.

Prerequisites

A high school diploma or earned equivalent is required for admission to this program.

Tuition

The cost per course is $ 400.00.

Enrollment

There is open enrollment into this certificate program. Students may enroll and begin their studies at anytime.

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