MTS 110 - History of Mortuary Science

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

Funeral practices and beliefs of all major Western cultures from pre-Egyptian times to the present are reviewed with special emphasis on Judeo Christian tradition as the primary basis of modern belief. The origin and development of present day practices including embalming and disposition are discussed. Special emphasis is placed on modern development in funeral service education and professional organizations. (This course must be completed with a grade of C or above to continue in the Mortuary Science Program.) Admission to the Mortuary Science program is required 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: Fall
General Education: Not Applicable