FSRV 1020 Funeral Service Law and Ethics
Introduces the student to sources of law; the legal status of the dead human body; the duty of burial, right to control
funeral arrangements and final disposition and liability for funeral expenses; torts involving the dead human body and the
funeral director,wills, estates, probate and related matters; cemeteries, crematories and issues related thereto; state and
federal laws and regulations pertaining to funeral service; and the legal aspects of being a licensed funeral director or
embalmer. In addition to legality, this course will help the student of funeral service develop a strong set of ethics which
will help the funeral service professional do what is proper and in the best interest of bereaved families
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