FSE430 — Aftercare and Bereavement Counseling
5 credits This course explores the role of the funeral home in supporting bereaved families. Students will learn the components needed to offer a comprehensive aftercare program: literature, referrals, grief support groups, and web-based support. Assess the skills needed to become an aftercare provider Identify training and standards for personnel for an aftercare program at a funeral home Describe the funeral director as an aftercare provider Address legal concerns and potential liabilities of an aftercare program, as well as ethical considerations Assess and respond to the aftercare needs of a multicultural society Identify local agencies to use as resources for an aftercare program Develop a funeral home aftercare program and aftercare support groups Differentiate among the levels (types) of aftercare Describe the dynamics of grief Analyze special types of grief and mourning. Discuss grief management in relation to religious beliefs or lack thereof Examine facilitating grief through the funeral ritual Assess techniques funeral professionals use to address grief an avoid burnout Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50
Prerequisites: FSE405