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Programs & Degrees
Associate of Science (On Campus)
The Associate of Science curriculum at Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and employment in funeral service. It fulfills the requirements of accreditation and approval agencies. The curriculum offers both theoretical and practical fundamentals of funeral service.
New Degree Coming October 2024
In October 2024, Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service is replacing the Associate of Science Degree with the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Funeral Service.
The newly designed curriculum incorporates feedback from current students and funeral service professionals to meet the educational standards of funeral service programs set forth by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) and to qualify students to sit for the National Board Exam (NBE).
Students who are enrolled in the Associate of Science Degree by July will remain in that program if they maintain eligibility for enrollment until they fulfill program requirements*. Students can also choose to switch to the new program by speaking with their Academic Advisor. Please click HERE for information concerning the Teach Out Plan.
*Qualifying students with ample transfer credit may be advised to enroll in the current program after that date.
Associate of Applied Science (on Campus)
The Associate of Applied Science curriculum at Gupton-Jones College 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.
Textbook Information
For the Associate of Science (On Campus), please click HERE to view textbook information.
For the New Associate of Applied Science, please click HERE to view textbook information.