Cost $180 AUD.
The aim of this course is to quickly give the student a basic to solid understanding of the study of the mortuary science industry with an emphasis on the bodies, embalming, autopsies, post mortem procedures and reports and other issues.
The Advanced Certificate of Post Mortem Studies is a self paced online course covering the key areas of bodies, stages of decomposition, embalming, cleaning, autopsies, Coroner and more. All you need to know. Essential for those who want to work in, or have an interest in this fascinating area.
Note: This is the same course as for Mortician Studies, Embalming Studies, Morgue Operations, Autopsy Studies, and Coroner Studies.
Topics
Aims & goals
Skills used
Duties & roles
Locations & statistics
The Coroner
Autopsy
Bodies
Stages of decomposition
Embalming
Cleaning
Methods and procedures
Equipment & tools
Safety & health
Risks & dangers
Duty of care & law
COURSE DURATION
Approximately 25 hours. As a guide, certificate courses can be completed within 5-10 weeks of part time study 5 hours per week.
ASSESSMENT
Online assignments.
ENROLLMENT
Students are enrolled for 12 months, with extensions available for free.
TIMELINE
Students study & complete assignments at their own pace.
SEE ALSO
Diploma of Post Mortem Studies – Consists of 3 short online courses.
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