13 courses with the subject FNS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
FNS 102Introduction to Funeral Service
This course is a survey of the history of funeral service with emphasis on individuals and events that have influenced contemporary funeral principles and practices as well as the progression of associations and education within funeral service. Presents a comprehensive study of the history of funeral service, commencing with the practices of the
This course is a survey of the basic principles of microbiology as it relates to the Funeral Services industry and personnel. The course will cover the characteristics of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses as they relate to disease causation. Focus will be on the fundamental
This course teaches the basic procedures of embalming. It presents pre- embalming analysis, positioning of the body and posing features, and presents types of preservatives and disinfectants chemicals used in embalming and how to properly select and raise blood vessels for use during the embalming proc
This course provides an overview of the terminology associated with disease states, the basic causes of disease, and the cellular abnormalities that result from the spread of disease within the body. Major diseases of each organ system will be covered with emphasis on the structural impact/postmortem conditions that may present challenges for emb
This course is a continuation of Theory of Embalming I ( FNS201 ). The subject examines procedures and treatments for handling and embalming difficulties encountered due to disease and pathological changes, cavity embalming, autopsied and procurement cases, organ and tissue donation cases, and various conditions Fulfills open elective.
This course teaches through practice and demonstration of various embalming techniques. It explores various embalming techniques and procedures; and examines preparation of the body for alternative disposition. Fulfills open elective.
This course presents surface contour, the influence of the bone structure on facial form and the effect of facial muscles on the wrinkles, grooves and folds of the face. Studies color principles and their applications. Teaches wax and non-wax treatments for restorations. Studies lip-waxing techniques and the modeling of various forms of
This course focuses on the duties, rights, responsibilities, and liabilities of the funeral director and embalmer. It teaches building and zoning ordinances relating to the funeral establishment, tort liability, cemetery law, wills, and the administration of estates; also includes the stud
This course prepares students for the National Board Examination in Funeral Service by reviewing all materials that will be covered on the Board Examination, and teaching test-taking techniques. Fulfills open elective.