RSPH
Level 2
QN: 610/5272/3
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RSPH Level 2 Certificate in Mortuary Support for Mortuary Assistants
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by RSPH. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 71 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
RSPH
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
71 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Effective Communication and Teamwork for Mortuary Assistants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of effective communication
- Understand the role of effective communication in a mortuary setting
- Understand the importance of effective teamwork
- Understand the role of effective team
- work in mortuary settings
2
Health and Safety and Infection Control for Mortuary Assistants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the growth, multiplication and life cycles of bacteria, fungi and viruses in mortuary settings
- Understand the chain of infection and how microorganisms can spread between individuals in mortuary settings
- Understand the potential risks and effects of hazards that can be present in a mortuary setting
- Understand legislation, codes of practice, roles and responsibilities in relation to health and safety in a mortuary setting
3
Preparation and operation of a mortuary for Mortuary Assistants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the scope of practice for the role of a Mortuary Assistant
- Understand standing operating procedures for the preparation and operation of a mortuary
- Understand how to prepare for the visitation or viewing of the patient
- Understand how to provide support to individuals visiting or viewing the patient
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/5272/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- RSPH
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Mar 2025