MTS 260 - Restorative Arts/Embalming Practicum

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 0, 15

Students will be assigned by the program coordinator to an approved funeral home for an eight-week period learning from actual practice situations. Students will not be allowed to return to either a present or former employer for this eight week period. The students will learn embalming and restorative art techniques by active participation in these experiences under the supervision of an approved clinical instructor or preceptor. Service reports and other assignments are also required to be completed by the student. (This course must be completed with a grade of C or above to continue in the Mortuary Science Program.) Requirement: The student must pass a practical examination on embalming techniques at the conclusion of their practicum in order to successfully pass this course. Student must have permission of program coordinator to enroll in this course.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: Spring
General Education: Not Applicable