Funeral Services, AAS
This two-year degree prepares students for jobs in funeral services.
Students will learn to develop relationships with families of the deceased and address grief-related needs of the bereaved; understand ethical conduct and follow applicable laws; demonstrate technical skills in embalming and restorative arts; understand procedures for burial and cremation; and manage a funeral establishment. This degree is offered at the Chester Campus.
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Degree Requirements and Outcomes
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Career Paths
Jobs in this field include embalmer, funeral attendant, funeral service manager, and funeral director.
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Additional Information for Future and Current Students
Future Students
Admission to the funeral services program is a selective process and requires a separate application in addition to admission to Brightpoint. Students are eligible to apply during an open application period after completing all prerequisite requirements or while enrolled in their final semester of prerequisite coursework.
Application Periods
Fall Admission
- March 1 – April 15
- June 1 – July 15
Spring Admission
- October 1 – November 15
How to Apply
- Funeral Services Admissions and Application Information
- Funeral Services Accreditation Information
- Funeral Services Program Mission, Goals, and Outcomes
- Funeral Services Program Data and Statistics
- Funeral Services Distance Learning Completion Requirements
Current Students
- Funeral Services Student Handbook
- Funeral Services Grading Scale
- Funeral Services Graduation Requirements
- Academic Calendar
- Brightpoint Student Handbook
- Student Grievance Policy
- Funeral Services Accreditation Information
- Funeral Services Program Mission, Goals, and Outcomes
- Funeral Services Program Data and Statistics
Contact Us
Richard Sikon
Director, Department of Funeral Services