The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mortuary Science program includes studies in public health; business management; natural sciences; legal, ethical and regulatory concerns; and clinical requirements associated with the mortuary field. The curriculum combines coursework in mortuary science with a general education component. The AAS in Mortuary Science is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) 992 Mantua Pike, Suite 108, Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097, 816-233-3747, www.abfse.org. Completion of the courses in program prepares the student to sit for the National Board examination and begin state internship requirements.
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Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:Students must complete all Program Prerequisite Courses and General Education Courses before beginning the Required course area of this degree.
Related courses from other colleges and universities will not automatically transfer to CGCC. All transfer courses are reviewed by the Mortuary Science program director for transferability. In all cases, it is the responsibility of the student to initiate the process.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 10-11 | |
| ACC107 | Bookkeeping Theory and Practice (4) OR | |
| ACC111 | Accounting Principles I (3) | 3-4 |
| BPC/CIS+++++ | Any BPC/CIS Business-Personal Computers or Computer Information Systems course | 1 |
| GBS205 | Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Business | 3 |
| MGT253 | Owning and Operating a Small Business | 3 |
Students must have completed all first year course work (Program Prerequisites and General Education Courses) with a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, and must have proof of high school graduation or GED or permission of Program Director.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 34 | |
| MSP101 | Orientation to Funeral Service | 1 |
| MSP201 | History and Sociology of Funeral Service | 3 |
| MSP202 | Embalming | 4 |
| MSP203 | Microbiology for Funeral Service | 3 |
| MSP204 | Chemistry for Funeral Service | 3 |
| MSP205 | Mortuary Administration I | 3 |
| MSP206 | Mortuary Administration II | 3 |
| MSP207 | Restorative Art | 4 |
| MSP208 | Legal, Regulatory, and Ethical Issues in Funeral Service | 3 |
| MSP209 | Pathology for Funeral Service | 3 |
| MSP210 | Counseling for Funeral Service | 2 |
| MSP211 | Compendium for Funeral Service | 2 |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 0-3 | |
| Students should choose zero (0) to three (3) credits from Free Electives. Any 100/200 level prefixed courses may be selected, except courses used to satisfy the Required Courses area. | ||
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 22-25 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-15 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) | |
| AND | ||
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) OR | |
| ENG111 | Technical and Professional Writing (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Oral Communication area. | ||
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Critical Reading area or equivalent as indicated by assessment. | ||
| If test exempt, students must complete a (3) credit course from the Free Electives area with a C or better. | ||
| Mathematics | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Mathematics area with a C or better. | ||
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 10 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Humanities, Arts and Design area. | ||
| REL100 | is recommended. | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 3 | |
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology (3) OR | |
| PSY156 | Understanding Death and Dying (3) | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 4 | |
| BIO160 | Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
- Describe the development of the funeral service industry, the roles of funeral service professionals, and career opportunities in funeral service. (MSP101)
- Trace the development of funeral rites among various ancient and modern cultures, and identify the societal needs for funeral rites. (MSP201)
- Explain and demonstrate methods of embalming the deceased human body. (MSP202)
- Explain principles of microbiolgy relevant to funeral service. (MSP203)
- Explain principles of chemistry relevant to funeral service. (MSP204)
- List and describe basic procedures in funeral directing, and explain the process of establishing a funeral home. (MSP205)
- Explain the operation of the established funeral home, and describe the process of marketing funeral products. (MSP206)
- Explain the process of restoring the deceased human body to an acceptable appearance for visitation and/or funeral service. (MSP207)
- Identify and describe legal, ethical, and regulatory concerns that govern the funeral service industry. (MSP208)
- Identify and describe pathologic conditions of the deceased human body that require special treatment. (MSP209)
- Describe the human grief process, and identify sources of professional assistance and counseling for bereaved persons. (MSP210)
- Summarizes all course work required for the degree to its full relevance in preparing the student to be a successful functioning member of the funeral profession. (MSP211)
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