Program Overview

Funeral Service Attendant Certificate Certificate of Specialization: Not Transcript Reported

Related Degrees & Certificates

• AS Associate in Science Degree Program
  • Funeral Service Education | 60 units
• CS Certificate of Specialization: Not Transcript Reported
  • Funeral Service Arranger Certificate | 9 units

Career Opportunities

• Office Administrator
• Groundskeeper
• Pre-need Sales Representative
• Funeral Service Attendant
• Removal Technician

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

• Understand the historical evolution of modern funeral practices and their connection to the preparation of human remains
• Expand knowledge of contemporary and emerging methods of disposition within the funeral service industry
• Explain various types of funeral and memorial ceremonies, including their significance and variations
• Discuss the dynamics of interactions between funeral directors and grieving families during the immediate aftermath of a death
• Apply effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to support client-families in navigating the grieving process during funeral services

Program Overview

The Funeral Service Attendant Certificate program serves as an foundational exploration of both theoretical and practical knowledge essential for eventual professional licensure within the funeral service industry. This program is designed to assist individuals in assessing their level of interest in the field and in gauging their suitability for further, formal vocational training in funeral service education. Successful completion of this program will equip students with the foundational competencies necessary for securing an entry-level position as a Funeral Service Assistant. The curriculum encompasses a structured series of courses meticulously crafted to impart the requisite knowledge and skills enabling students to proficiently fulfill the responsibilities inherent to the role of a funeral service attendant.

Requirements

• Complete the following Courses:
  • FSE. 200 | Introduction to Funeral Service | 2 units
  • FSE. 210 | Funeral Directing I | 3 units
  • FSE. 225 | Psychology of Death and Dying | 3 units
• Total Required Units: 8