Course Information:
Ethics for Funeral Directors
All people, businesses, and industries need to abide by a code of ethics. There are fundamental differences between societies, businesses, and industries that affect the moral principles of each. Ethics are not as simple as knowing what is right and what is wrong and doing such without regard to products, services, relationships, or the workplace. Often, values change over time, meaning that there is no clear guide to be followed. Thus, the issue of what is right and what is wrong becomes very complex and may be confusing. While many believe that a code of ethics represents values that everyone should aspire too a code of ethics is a living legal document, which often changes with the needs of business and society. As a practicing funeral director, you should be aware of your ethical responsibilities when assisting client families.
The Author
Richard A. Santore President Practicum Strategies attended City College of New York and the McAllister School of Embalming and has had a career in funeral service spanning over 40 years. Richard is a published author of numerous articles pertaining to the funeral profession. He also served as publisher of Today in Deathcare a national publication for funeral professionals as well as the Executive Director of Associated Funeral Directors International. Richard his served as a Curriculum Design and Implement Consultant within the Johnson City, Tennessee School System and a Guest Faculty Member at Virginia Intermont College, Bristol, Virginia.
