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Body Preservation Technician Course

What will I learn?

Master the essential skills of a Body Preservation Technician with our comprehensive course designed for autopsy professionals in the Irish context. Delve into the critical role of preservation in post-mortem examinations, exploring both traditional and contemporary methods, and acquire practical expertise in embalming, refrigeration, and chemical treatments, adapted for local practices. Learn to handle bodies with utmost care, comply with Irish regulatory guidelines, and refine your documentation and reporting proficiency to meet national standards. Elevate your expertise with hands-on, top-tier training specifically tailored for application within the Irish healthcare system.

Apoia's Advantages

Online and lifetime access to courses
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you'd like to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Master embalming techniques: Acquire proficiency in chemical usage and equipment operation, adhering to Irish guidelines.

Ensure safety compliance: Comply with protective measures and regulatory standards specific to Ireland.

Optimise refrigeration: Maintain optimal temperature conditions for body preservation, aligning with Irish standards.

Document meticulously: Generate precise reports and preservation protocols, meeting Irish legal requirements.

Prepare for post-mortem examinations: Efficiently manage, evaluate, and arrange settings, following Irish protocols.

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.