What You Will Learn: Course Curriculum

This curriculum is systematically structured to guide you through the physiological changes after death, chemical preservation techniques, and the legal framework surrounding death care.

• Introduction to Mortuary Studies: Establishing the essential aims, goals, and historical evolution of modern embalming.

• The Embalmer’s Role: Defining the precise professional skills, daily duties, and career roles within a funeral home environment.

• Industry Insights: Exploring professional locations, workplace environments, and relevant industry statistics.

• The Coroner & Legal Systems: Understanding the legal intersections between the death care industry and the Coroner’s office.

• Autopsy & Post-Mortem Examination: Learning how the body changes following an autopsy and how it impacts the preservation process.

• Physiology of the Human Body: Studying the physical structure of bodies and the biological mechanics of the post-mortem timeline.

• Stages of Decomposition: Detailed analysis of cellular death, autolysis, putrefaction, and environmental variables affecting decomposition.

• Embalming Techniques: Exploring modern embalming methods, arterial injection, cavity treatment, and temporary preservation procedures.

• Sanitation & Cleaning Protocols: Master-level cleaning, disinfecting, and cosmetic preparation procedures for presentation.

• Equipment & Tools of the Trade: Practical overview of embalming instruments, tables, injection machines, and chemicals.

• Workplace Health & Safety: Protecting yourself against bloodborne pathogens, chemical exposure (formaldehyde safety), and hazardous waste.

• Risk Mitigation & Dangers: Identifying biological and chemical dangers present during post-mortem preparation.

• Duty of Care & Funeral Law: Understanding the strict ethical guidelines, legal obligations, and laws governing human remains management.

Why Study with Australia Online Courses?

• $180 AUD (No hidden fees)
• Approximately 25 hours of total study time
•  100% Self-Paced (Average completion: 5–10 weeks at 5 hours/week)
• 12-Month Access (Free extensions available upon request)
• Flexible Distance Learning: Study entirely online from any location in Australia, at the times that suit your schedule.
• Career Advancement: Enhance your resume with a specialized certificate demonstrating industry-specific knowledge.
• Risk-Free Enrollment: Enjoy peace of mind with 12 months of open access and generous free course extensions if life gets busy.
• Online Assignments & practical knowledge checks

Also

• Discreet, Dignified Distance Learning: Study a sensitive subject from the comfort and privacy of your own home, completely at your own pace.

• Industry-Relevant Frameworks: Gain theoretical knowledge that aligns with standard Australian health and mortuary regulations.

• Flexible Access: Enjoy a generous 12-month window with absolute freedom to request extensions if you need more time.

Ready for an Advanced Career Path?

If you are planning to pursue a comprehensive, long-term career in mortuary science and funeral director pathways, expand your credentials:

• Diploma of Embalming – Our comprehensive professional tier, consisting of three deeply specialized online short courses.

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