MOR 941 - Practicum

1. Acquire an understanding of the knowledge of conducting funeral services
   1. Observe arrangement conferences with a licensed funeral director.
   2. Complete arrangement forms for arrangements observed.
   3. Participate in and preparing a minimum of 15 written funeral service reports.
   4. Perform duties and assignments as assigned by the licensed funeral director.
2. Apply principles in embalming and cosmetizing the dead human body
   1. Participate in a minimum of 10 embalmings
   2. Complete written reports on surveillance of and participation in embalmings.
   3. Participate in
3. Acquire an understanding of the basic principles involved in managing a funeral home.
   1. Design and explain a model selection room
   2. Design and explain a model funeral home
   3. Explain the personnel manual.
   4. Develop a public relations program for a funeral home
   5. Identify income, costs, and expenses in operating a funeral home.
4. Apply the laws and regulations that govern funeral services.
   1. Explain the GPL, CPL, and OBCPL.
   2. Explain OSHA regulations for funeral homes.
   3. Complete vital statistics forms.
   4. Explain Iowa rules and regulations associated with funeral services.