1901 E. South Campus Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84112
1-801-581-6461
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NOTICE: Continuing Ed is open and waiting to hear from you. All staff are working remotely until January 11 and our physical office at 540 Arapeen is closed, but please give us a call at 801.581.6461 if you need immediate assistance.
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This course is a brief introduction to the modern-day funeral service covering historical developments, contemporary practices, and the values of funeral service. Professional qualifications and ethics and their application to current practices will be discussed. Students will learn about religious rites, ceremonies, and memorial practices of different faiths. These include Protestant, Lutheran, Roman Catholic, Jewish, and Buddhist religions, as well as military, veteran, and fraternal organizations. Instruction includes guest speakers. Modern-day funeral service operation, law and regulations will also be discussed.
Questions? Call Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at 801-581-6461 or use our online form.
Instructor: Shannon Warenski. Class meets on Zoom. A link will be emailed a few days before class begins.
Date(s) | Day | Time | Location |
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01/12/21 - 02/16/21 | T | 5:00 pm -6:30 pm | TBA |
Instructor: Staff
Is money a barrier to you taking classes? Call the office (801-585-5442, option 2) and ask about scholarships or learn the details here. Want to donate to the scholarship fund? You can make this gift online.
Questions? Call Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at 801-581-6461, option 2 or use our online form.