New Zealand Diploma in Funeral Directing (Level 5)

NZ1942

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Qualification Structure

This programme is 120 credits at Level 5 and is made up of 8 compulsory courses.

We recommend you study these courses in the order listed,

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Professional Funeral Directing FST501

$750

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The Grief Process and Funeral Directing FST502

$750

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Cultural Safety and Funeral Directing FST503

$750

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Safety in Funeral and Workshop Practices FST504

$750

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Funeral Directing Communications FST505

$750

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Coordinating Pre-funeral Activities FST506

$750

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Directing a Funeral Service FST507

$750

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Coordinating Post-funeral Activities FST508

$750

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This is a new programme currently under development. The following courses will become available as you progress through the programme:

FST507 – Directing a Funeral Service
FST508 – Coordinating Post-funeral Activities

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New Zealand Diploma in Funeral Directing (Level 5)

New Zealand Diploma in Funeral Directing (Level 5)

NZ1942

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New Zealand Diploma in Funeral Directing (Level 5)

NZ1942