Mortuary science is a two- to four-year curriculum that covers topics in science, such as anatomy, biology, microbiology, chemistry and pathology. In the business realm you'll learn both the practical ...

The mortuary science program at the University of Minnesota turned 100 years old recently. It has trained most of the funeral directors in the state, and recently has admitted many more women than men ...

Many different types of jobs involve the proper handling of human remains and preparation of the deceased for final disposition. The roles of these jobs are quite distinct, but sometimes misunderstood ...