Bachelor of Science in Funeral Service

Point Park University

Our funeral service degree program — with the option to concentration in health and science or business administration — offers the following two routes you can take:

Traditional 3-1 Bachelor of Science degree program, in cooperation with the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS), requiring three years of study at Point Park University and one year at PIMS.
Bachelor of Science capstone program requiring 36 credits to be completed at Point Park. This is offered for students who have completed a 20-month (five trimester) Associate in Specialized Business degree.

Courses & Topics

You will receive a well-rounded education through Point Park University's core curriculum and classes in the funeral service major. Some of the courses include:

Occupational Safety and Health
Public Health
Psychology of Emotion
Professional Selling
Ethical Leadership
Funeral Service Capstone

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate skills and knowledge of biological sciences germane to the funeral services profession

2. Demonstrate skills and knowledge of psychological sciences germane to the funeral services profession

3. Demonstrate skills and knowledge of business management practices germane to the funeral services profession

4. Synthesize and report experiences in embalming or similar professional activities through oral presentation, written repor and/or other methods of communication.