Module #1 Introduction to Funeral Service Overview of the funeral service industry, history, and profession
Module #2 History of Funeral Service Evolution of funeral practices, cultural influences, and significant events
Module #3 Funeral Service as a Profession Role of funeral directors, licensure requirements, and professional associations
Module #4 Death and Bereavement Understanding bereavement, grief theories, and the impact of loss on individuals and families
Module #5 FUNERAL SERVICE LAWS and REGULATIONS Federal and state laws governing funeral service, FTC regulations, and OSHA guidelines
Module #6 Embalming and Restorative Arts Principles of embalming, restorative arts, and preparation of the deceased for viewing
Module #7 Funeral Directing and Funeral Home Operations Roles and responsibilities of funeral directors, funeral home management, and business operations
Module #8 Cremation and Crematory Operations Cremation process, crematory design and operations, and cremation laws and regulations
Module #9 Funeral Merchandising and Marketing Funeral products and services, marketing strategies, and consumerism
Module #10 Funeral Rituals and Ceremonies Types of funeral services, cultural and religious influences, and ceremony planning
Module #11 Communication and Counseling Skills Effective communication, counseling techniques, and conflict resolution
Module #12 Business and Financial Management Financial management, accounting principles, and business planning for funeral homes
Module #13 Marketing and Sales Marketing strategies, sales techniques, and customer service
Module #14 Funeral Home Design and Operations Funeral home layout, design, and operations, including safety and security
Module #15 deathcare technology and innovation Trends and innovations in funeral service, including digital legacy and online memorials
Module #16 Green Funeral Practices Environmental impact of funeral service, eco-friendly options, and sustainable practices
Module #17 Diversity, Inclusion, and Cultural Competency Cultural diversity, religious traditions, and inclusive funeral practices
Module #18 Ethics and Professionalism Ethical principles, codes of conduct, and professional standards in funeral service
Module #19 Funeral Service and the Community Funeral service and community engagement, including bereavement support and outreach
Module #20 Funeral Service and Public Health Funeral service and public health, including infectious disease control and pandemic response
Module #21 Disaster Response and Management Funeral service response to natural disasters, mass fatality incidents, and crisis management
Module #22 Funeral Service and Mental Health Mental health, grief, and bereavement support for funeral service professionals
Module #23 Funeral Service and the Law Legal aspects of funeral service, including contracts, liability, and estate administration
Module #24 Case Studies in Funeral Service Real-life scenarios and case studies in funeral service, including ethics, professionalism, and critical thinking
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Introduction to Funeral Service Education career
