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About this course
This specialist course provides comprehensive virtual training for establishing and delivering post-mortem CT (PMCT) services. Using innovative Death Dummies™ for practical simulation, learners master the evidence base, best practices, scanning protocols, and critical considerations for dignity and staff wellbeing in post-mortem imaging.
The course is led by Dr. Natasha Davendalingam, Ms. Amy-Lee Brookes, Prof. Susan Shelmerdine, and a specialist forensic imaging team, ensuring expert-led instruction across all key areas.
The curriculum covers seven core modules:
- Medical Examiner System
- Evidence & Best Practice in PMCT
- Scanning Protocols
- External Examination
- Dignity & Staff Wellbeing
- Paediatric PMCT
- Practical Simulation with Death Dummies™
You'll develop practical competency in evidence-based PMCT delivery, understanding the Medical Examiner system integration, learning advanced scanning protocols for post-mortem imaging, mastering external examination procedures, and gaining essential knowledge of paediatric considerations—all while addressing the sensitive aspects of dignity in body handling and staff wellbeing support.
