Forensic Medical Examiner Course

What will I learn?

Gain the vital skills needed for a career in forensic medicine with our Forensic Medical Examiner Training Programme. Delve into the legal and ethical considerations relevant to The Gambia, become proficient in autopsy procedures, and explore forensic pathology to ascertain the causes of death. Develop expertise in toxicology and learn to interpret the results correctly within the Gambian context. Improve your report writing abilities to meticulously document your findings. This high-quality, hands-on training programme is designed for those aspiring to work as autopsy professionals in The Gambia, aiming for excellence in their field.

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Become proficient in ethical autopsy practices: Confidently navigate legal and ethical issues specific to The Gambia.

Determine causes of death: Analyse forensic pathology to identify the reasons for death.

Perform comprehensive autopsies: Carry out internal and external examination procedures effectively.

Interpret toxicology results: Evaluate toxicology information to support forensic conclusions applicable in The Gambia.

Create accurate reports: Document findings and recommendations with clarity and precision.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.