FNS 209 - Funeral Service Law and Socio-Ethics

Credit(s): 3

This course considers the elements of business law with an emphasis on the funeral service professional. Consideration is given to the liability exposure of the funeral director in matters of tort and contract law. The principles of mortuary law are discussed, as are state/federal statutes, cemetery/crematory rules and regulations that govern the behavior of funeral directors and embalmers. Emphasis is placed on OSHA, FTC, ADA, wills, estates, probate laws and regulations, as well as the social and ethical impacts and considerations of the funeral service profession.

Offered: F, Sp, Su