COURSE CURRICULUM

The Student Learning Outcomes for the Mortuary Science program at Gannon University focus on preparing students to become competent, compassionate, and professional death care practitioners. Graduates are trained to deliver high-quality funeral services across all phases of the profession, from embalming and restorative techniques to funeral planning and grief support. The program emphasizes understanding and practicing the laws and regulations that govern funeral directors and embalmers, ensuring ethical and compliant professional conduct.Students also learn to respect diverse cultural and religious practices surrounding illness, dying, death, and the care of the deceased, allowing them to provide sensitive and culturally appropriate services to families and communities. The program encourages graduates to engage in ongoing education, professional development, and research, fostering continuous growth and advancement in the field of death care services.Overall, these outcomes ensure that students graduate as well-rounded professionals who combine technical expertise, legal knowledge, cultural sensitivity, and compassionate care. Graduates are fully prepared to serve families with professionalism and empathy while advancing the standards of the mortuary science profession.