The Associate of Applied Science – Hybrid curriculum at Dallas Institute of Funeral Service is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and employment in funeral service. The curriculum offers both theoretical and practical fundamentals of funeral service. The program is offered in academic quarters, with each quarter consisting of eleven weeks of study. The program is developed with the input of successful professionals, ensuring exceptional career relevance, and designed to impart real-world knowledge and skills.
The curriculum fulfills the requirements of all accreditation regulations and is a blend of theoretical and practical fundamentals of the funeral profession, as well as the liberal arts. The courses are listed under the headings of:
Credits
Months
Online
In-Person
The general education courses provide a foundation for professional success. Students learn to think critically, make rational decisions, and communicate effectively. These skills support their ability to acquire, evaluate, and use the specific knowledge needed for the program.
To be considered a candidate for graduation from the Associate of Applied Science Degree Program (AAS) at Dallas Institute of Funeral Service, the following guidelines must be met:
If the student has an outstanding balance with the College at the time of graduation, the College will not post the award to the student’s official transcript until the balance is paid in full. Official transcripts showing the awarding of a degree or certificate are required in most states for licensure.
Explore the courses below for descriptions and details
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 1 Totals
154
0
0
154
14
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 2 Totals
154
0
0
154
14
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 3 Totals
154
0
0
154
14
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 4 Totals
99
66
0
165
12
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 5 Totals
154
0
0
154
14
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 6 Totals
110
66
0
176
13
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 7 Totals
143
0
0
143
13
Number
Course Title
Lect Cont Hours
Lab Cont Hours
Ext Cont Hours
Total Cont Hours
Qtr Credit Hours
Quarter 8 Totals
66
0
0
66
6
Total AAS Degree in Funeral Service
1034
132
0
1166
100