The funeral industry is surely not an easy career option. However, it can be very fulfilling and rewarding. If you’re interested in learning how to manage a funeral home or ceremony and arrange the details of a funeral, then you’ve come to the right place.
The [course_title] course is intended for you to develop the up-to-date skills and knowledge of funeral services. You’ll learn about responsiveness surrounding funerals, with an emphasis on the social and cultural practices associated with this service. Learn how to carry out all the plans and procedures required for the successful arrangement and direction of a funeral, including the administrative duties related to funeral management. In addition to that, you’ll enhance your knowledge of the psychological, social and cultural behaviours correlated with death.
The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.
You are taught through a combination of
Method of Assessment
To assess your learning, you have to participate in an automated multiple choice question exam. You have to score at least 60% to pass the exam and to qualify for CPD accredited certificates. After passing the exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate.
In addition, to enhance the depth of your knowledge regarding the course and further assess your learning, you are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, which you can complete anytime you wish. After submitting the assignment, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.
Certification
CPD Certification from Thames College
After successfully completing the MCQ assessment, you will qualify for the CPD Certificate from Thames College, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.
Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.
The [course_title] is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.
| Funeral Service Business Course | |||
| Module 01: Introduction to Funeral Service Management | |||
| Basic Concepts of Funeral Arrangement | 00:15:00 | ||
| General Funeral Etiquette | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 02: Funeral Homes and Business Advice | |||
| Funeral Homes | 00:20:00 | ||
| Marketing and Business Advice for Funeral Service | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 03: Funeral Director and Bereavement & Grief | |||
| The Funeral Director | 00:15:00 | ||
| Bereavement and Grief | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 04: Different Funerals | |||
| Catholic Funerals | 00:20:00 | ||
| Church of England Funerals | 00:10:00 | ||
| Thanatology | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 05: Payment through Social Fund and Planning Your Funeral | |||
| Social Fund Funeral Expenses Payment for an Adult | 00:10:00 | ||
| Planning for Your Funeral | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 06: Skills and Consumer Information | |||
| Interpersonal Skills and Communication in Funeral Services | 00:15:00 | ||
| Skills for Assisting the Bereaved | 00:50:00 | ||
| Consumer Information in Funerals | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 07: Current Trends and Green Funerals | |||
| Current Trends in the Funeral Industry | 00:15:00 | ||
| Natural or Green Funerals | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 08: Trends in Cremation and Funeral Marketing | |||
| Trends in Cremation | 00:20:00 | ||
| Funeral Marketing and the Internet | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 09: Funerals for Pet | |||
| Pet Funerals | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 10: National Association of Funeral Directors | |||
| National Association of Funeral Directors | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 11: Natural Burial Grounds | |||
| Natural Burial Grounds | 00:30:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Funeral Service Business Course | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Funeral Service Business Course | 00:20:00 | ||
| Refer a Friend | |||
| Refer a Friend and Claim One Course for FREE | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Funeral Service Business Course | 01:00:00 | ||