Cross-cultural competences in initial vocational training for funeral workers

Coverbild: BWP 3/2015
Autor/in
Ausgabe/Jahr (Jahrgang) 3/2015 (44)
Seite(n) 51-52
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    englisch

The precise arrangements for a person’s final departure depend not least on that person’s religious, cultural and family values and beliefs. Undertakers who assist bereaved relatives with the funeral arrangements not only need sophisticated professional expertise but also considerable intercultural competences. The article also describes the significant part these skills play in initial vocational training leading to the Funeral Services Specialist qualification.