RSPH
Level 2
QN: 610/5946/8
Curriculum Active
RSPH Level 2 Certificate in Mortuary Support for Mortuary Workers (Funeral Service Operatives and Funeral Directors)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by RSPH. Classified as a Occupational 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 Funeral Service Mortuary Workers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of effective communication
- Understand the role of effective communication for Funeral Service Mortuary Workers
- Understand the importance of effective teamwork
- Understand the role of effective team
- work for Funeral Service Mortuary Workers
2
Health and Safety and Infection Control for Funeral Service Mortuary Workers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the growth, multiplication and life cycles of bacteria, fungi and viruses in funeral service mortuary settings
- Understand the chain of infection and how microorganisms can spread between individuals in funeral service mortuary settings
- Understand the potential risks and effects of hazards that can be present in a funeral service mortuary setting
- Understand legislation, codes of practice, roles and responsibilities in relation to health and safety that are relevant to Funeral Service Mortuary Workers
3
Preparation and operation of a mortuary for Funeral Service Mortuary Workers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the scope of practice for the role of a Funeral Service Mortuary Worker
- Understand standing operating procedures for the preparation and operation of a funeral service mortuary
- Understand how to prepare for the visitation or viewing of the deceased person
- Understand how to provide support to individuals visiting or viewing the deceased person
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/5946/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- RSPH
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jul 2025