The Study Of Funerals: Past, Present And Future
FSAD-111-0F1
SUNY Canton
- Semester
- Spring 2025
- Instructor
- Darien B Cain
- Start Date
- 01-20-2025
- Total Credits
- 3
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This course is a historical approach to understanding the cultural and religious beliefs as they pertain to death and dying in various cultures and societies. Religious, historical and present-day funerals and preservation methods are explored and compared to current trends, norms, and practices in funeral service. The student will examine and discuss the role of the funeral director and other death-related professions throughout history
beginning with the Ancient Egyptians through contemporary 21st century American culture.
Course Area: Mortuary Science
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Dates: 01-20-2025 - 05-09-2025
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