FSE 112Princ of Funeral Service 3 0 03

Subject: FSE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu

FSE 116Funeral Law and Ethics 3 0 03

Initial Accreditation 1973/Last comprehensive review 2023/Next com- FSE214 Pathology 3 0 0 3 prehensive review 2026 FSE215 Funeral Home Operations 3 0 0 3 FSE219 Funeral Service Directing 3 0 0 3 Re-accreditation: April 2023 for period of 3 years with no stipulations FSE220 Funeral Directing Practicum 0 0 3 1 Most recent Accreditation decision: April 2019 – program returned to ----- ----- ----- ----- good standing. (removed from Probation status) Totals 15 0 3 16 National Board Examination pass rates, graduation rates, and employ- TOTAL CREDITS HOURS.... 40 ment rates for this and other ABFSE-accredited programs are available at www.abfse.org. To request a printed copy of this program’s rates, go Work-Based Learning Option: NA to Cumberland Hall, Room 311 or the funeral service program web site http://www.faytechcc.edu/academics/public-service/funeral-service- *The NC Board of Funeral Service may refuse to issue license to an education/, by e-mail at bullardja@faytechcc.edu or by telephone (910) individual with a conviction of a felony or a crime involving fraud or 678-8301. moral turpitude. FUNERAL SERVICE EDUCATION/ This academic program is designed to meet specific state or professional N.C. FUNERAL DIRECTOR (D55260) needs. It is not accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Effective: Spring 2026 Education. Students graduating from this program are not eligible to Revised: 06/27/25 take the National Board Examination or any state board examination for which graduation an ABFSE accredited program is required. The Funeral Service Education curriculum provides students with the opportunity to acquire the funeral service education necessary to be- The above owing to the fact that it does not include instruction in the come proficient in basic funeral directing skills. following areas: Anatomy, Chemistry, Embalming, Microbiology, and Restorative Arts. Students graduating from this program are eligible to Students completing the diploma are eligible to sit for the NC Board of take N.C. State Board Exam of Funeral Service Arts. Funeral Service Funeral Director state exam. Length: 3 Semesters GEOMATICS TECHNOLOGY Award: Diploma (SURVEYING) A40420 SEMESTER 1 A course of study that prepares students to use mathematical and scien- Prefix No. Title Class Lab Work Exp.Credit tific principles for the delineation, determination, planning and position-

Subject: FSE
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 198534-undated-faytechcc.edu
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: High School Diploma, Placement Test Equivalent

FSE 118Embalming Anatomy 3 2 0 4 skills. Emphasis is placed on preparation of human remains in the

Component: embalming situation. This course covers the general anatomy needed in funeral service. Emphasis is placed on medical terminology and the normal structure and FSE 214 Pathology 3 0 0 3 function of the human body with special consideration of the circulatory Prerequisites: Take FSE 112 system. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the Corequisites: None normal structure and function of the human body and how it relates to Component: None the embalming process. This course is a general survey of the disease process. Topics include pathological terminology, basic body functions, trauma, disease

Subject: FSE
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: None embalming laboratory. Upon completion, students should be able
Corequisite: Take FSE-112 to determine the proper techniques to be utilized in each particular

FSE 120Embalming Microbiology 3 0 0 3 process, and etiology. Upon completion, students should be able to

Component: None This course is a survey of the basic principles of microbiology and FSE 215 Funeral Home Operations 3 0 0 3 related funeral service considerations. Emphasis is placed on sanitation, Prerequisites: None disinfection, public health, and embalming practices as it relates to Corequisites: Take FSE-112, FSE-116, FSE-214, FSE-219, and FSE- various microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to 220 characterize various microbial agents and discuss topical, chemical, and Component: None biological methods of control. This course covers funeral home operations, including business techniques and effective counseling skills. Topics include establishing

Subject: FSE
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: Take FSE-112 and FSE-118 recognize medical terminology used in completing death certificates
Corequisite: None and understand the disease process.

FSE 210Embalming Theory I 3 0 0 3 a funeral home, choosing and financing a location, building

Component: None the proper procedures for operating a funeral home and relate more This course introduces various embalming procedures and the purpose, effectively to those experiencing grief. history, and need for embalming. Emphasis is placed on laboratory equipment, post mortem changes, and the proper use of embalming FSE 216 Restorative Arts 2 2 0 3 chemicals. Upon completion, students should be able to identify Prerequisites: Take FSE-112, FSE-118, FSE-211 or WBL-111 various instruments and relate theoretical case analysis to embalming Corequisites: None procedures used in the funeral home. Component: None This course covers the terminology used and pathological conditions

Subject: FSE
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: Take FSE-112 and FSE-118 merchandising, caskets, vaults, planning, and counseling techniques and
Corequisite: Take FSE-211 or WBL-111 philosophies. Upon completion, students should be able to understand

FSE 211Embalming Lab I 0 2 0 1 observed during the restoration process. Topics include basic

Component: None completion, students should be able to utilize materials and techniques This course provides hands-on experience with general embalming in the restoration of human remains. techniques. Emphasis is placed on preparation of human remains in the embalming laboratory. Upon completion, students should be able FSE 219 Funeral Service Directing 3 0 0 3 to utilize sanitation and disinfection procedures correctly and properly Prerequisites: None prepare human remains for burial. Corequisites: None Component:

Subject: FSE
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: None restoration, anatomical modeling, expression, use of photographs, legal
Corequisite: Take FSE 210 aspects, pathological discoloration, cosmetics, and solvents. Upon

FSE 212Embalming Theory II 3 0 0 3 This course covers funeral directing, business concepts, and funeral

WBL-111 legislative compliance, pre-need, at-need, post follow-up, first calls, Component: None shipping, psychological and sociological aspects of directing and This course is a continuation of FSE 210 and covers more detailed counseling. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate embalming procedures. Topics include anatomical consideration for the roles and responsibilities of funeral directing. embalming, case analysis, positioning features, arterial injection, cavity treatment, autopsies, and other post mortem conditions. Upon FSE 220 Funeral Directing Practicum 0 0 3 1 completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of Prerequisites: Take FSE-112 and FSE-116 embalming theory and sanitation to protect the public health. Corequisites: Take FSE-215 and FSE-219 Component:

Subject: FSE
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: Take FSE-112, FSE-210, FSE-118, and FSE-211 or service activities. Topics include practitioner roles, regulatory and
Corequisite: Take FSE-213 or WBL-121 transfer of remains, arrangement conferences, funeral services, funding,

FSE 213Embalming Lab II 0 2 0 1 This course covers the common funeral service tasks of a funeral

Component: None preparation for disposition, arrangement conferences, completion of This course provides hands-on experience in more advanced embalming various funeral service forms, and observation of a variety of funeral services. Upon completion, students should be able to generate the Refer to the FTCC website for the most current information. Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ and scroll down to Academic.

Subject: FSE
Type: course
Source: www2.faytechcc.edu
Prerequisite: Take FSE 210 and FSE 211 or WBL 111 director. Emphasis is placed on tasks of a Funeral Director including
Corequisite: Take FSE 212 receiving first calls, transfer of remains, process of dressing/casketing/