Our Foundation Funeral Practitioner programme does exactly that: it offers a foundational understanding of funeral practices. In other words, you will learn the core knowledge and skills that serve as the basis for more advanced learning. The programme is made up of two modules.
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11 Nov 2026 09:00 - 13:00Virtual, Via Zoom
Full schedule
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Units: F1, F2
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9 Dec 2026 09:00 - 13:00Virtual, Via Zoom
Full schedule
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Units: F1, F2
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
UNIT: F1
F1: Understanding First Contact and Measuring Procedures
Level 1 - 2 Credits
Understand first contact procedures in the funeral industry, including registering a death, coroner and procurator fiscal processes, and medical certification requirements. It also covers measuring human remains, professional communication, confidentiality and appropriate dress standards.
CURRICULUM
Guidance
Learning Outcome 1: Be able to take the initial information which leads to the arrangement of a funeral
Learning Outcome 2: Know how to advise clients about the certification and documentation following a death
Learning Outcome 3: Know how to to take and record accurate measurements of coffins and the bodies of persons in the company’s care
Learning Outcome 4: Understand reasons for high standards of dress, appearance and behaviour in the funeral profession and the need for confidentiality
Learning Outcome 5: Be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients
Practical Tasks Statement
UNIT: F2
F2: Understanding Identification, Viewing and Personal Effects
Level 1 - 1 Credit
This module covers essential procedures for identification, preparing viewing facilities and conducting chapel visits. It also focuses on handling and recording personal effects with care, while providing essential support to bereaved individuals.
CURRICULUM
Guidance
Learning Outcome 1: Be able to initiate identification (ID) procedures
Learning Outcome 2: Be able to handle and record the personal effects and valuables of a person coming into the care of the company
Learning Outcome 3: Be able to carry out pre-viewing checks and receive and assist bereaved visitors
Learning Outcome 4: Be able to signpost families to bereavement support
Learning Outcome 5: Be able to discuss with the bereaved the preparation of a person in the company’s care, with respect, sensitivity and dignity
Practical Tasks Statement