The Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Science

The objectives of the program are to enlarge the background and knowledge of students about the funeral service profession; to educate students in every phase of funeral service and to help enable them to develop proficiency and skills necessary for the profession; to educate students concerning the responsibilities of the funeral service profession to the community at large; to emphasize high standards of ethical conduct; to provide a curriculum at the post-secondary level of instruction; and to encourage student and faculty research in the field of funeral service.

Students are prepared for entry into the profession after graduation. The National Board Examination must be completed prior to graduation.

This program can also be attended on the campuses of ASU-Beebe and ASU-Jonesboro, as well as Arkansas Tech University Ozark Campus, and NWACC in Bentonville via compressed video.

• Optimal Course Rotations
• Funeral Service Program Frequently Asked Questions
• Checklist/Degree sheet
• Arkansas Course Transfer System - see what credits transfer in from other Arkansas schools
• Points of Contact – Matt Buel, Funeral Science Program Director and Instructor, mbuel@asumh.edu, (870) 508–6157; (870)508-6100.

The Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Science at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE)

3414 Ashland Avenue, Suite G
St. Joseph, Missouri 64506
(816) 233-3747
Web: www.abfse.org.