The Cremation and Burial Alternatives Curriculum focuses on the important considerations when working with those that choose cremation as a form of disposition. This includes proper identification, legal authorization, use of third-party crematories, required forms, cremation containers, cremation merchandise, services in conjunction with cremation, arranging for the disposition of cremated remains, shipping cremated remains as well as FTC compliance and the history of cremation. Green funerals, cryonics and other alternative forms of disposition will also be discussed. Prerequisite: SOC 110
