RSPH
Level 3
QN: 603/3969/X
Curriculum Active
RSPH Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Science (Anatomical Pathology Technology)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by RSPH. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 341 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
RSPH
Syllabus Units
10 Units
Guided Hours
341 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assist with post mortem examinations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out an external examination of a deceased person
- Be able to carry out evisceration and dissection of a deceased person under the direction of supervisory staff
- Be able to carry out an examination of dissected organs and structures
- Be able to carry out reconstruction of a deceased person following post-mortem examination
- Be able to carry out procedures for tissue retrieval under the direction of supervisory staff
- Understand health and safety, infection control, communication and record keeping requirements for post mortem examinations
2
Governance and administration of mortuary practices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of consent and confidentiality relating to mortuary practices
- Know the documentation requirements for post mortem examination consent and subsequent procedures
- Understand the requirements of professional practice for anatomical pathology technologists
- Know the role of statutory bodies in the governance and administration of mortuary practices
3
Health and safety in the mortuary
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand employer and employee responsibilities for health and safety in the mortuary
- Understand the hazards and risks of a mortuary to individuals and the environment
- Understand how to produce a risk assessment
- Know emergency procedures in the event of an accident or incident
4
Human anatomy and physiology for anatomical pathology technologists
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the anatomical structure of the human body
- Understand the physiology of anatomical systems in the human body
5
Microbiology and infection control for anatomical pathology technologists
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure and life cycles of bacteria, fungi and viruses of relevance to human health
- Understand the structure and life cycles of protozoa of relevance to human health
- Understand the principles of infection control
6
Preparation and operation of a mortuary
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and equipment
- Be able to store mortuary equipment and materials
- Be able to store and retrieve records
- Be able to record and carry out appropriate maintenance of mortuary equipment
- Be able to receive and release the deceased
- Understand the importance of infection control and record management in the operation of a mortuary
7
Prepare for post mortem examinations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare a deceased person for post mortem examination
- Be able to prepare the mortuary for post mortem examinations
- Understand the risks to self and others if adequate preparations are not made for a post mortem
8
Principles of effective communication for anatomical pathology technologists
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how anatomical pathology technologists should communicate with other relevant persons when carrying out their duties.
- Understand how anatomical pathology technologists should communicate with relatives, friends and carers of the deceased
9
Team working
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to participate in planning the work of a team
- Be able to carry out own role as part of a team
- Be able to communicate effectively with other team members
- Understand the importance of team work and communication
10
Viewing of the deceased
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare a deceased person for viewing
- Be able to provide support to relatives, friends and carers when viewing the deceased
- Understand why rigorous procedures have been developed for viewing of the deceased
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3969/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- RSPH
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Feb 2019