Course Description
Step Into a World Few Dare to Explore
When you hear the term "death investigation," your mind might immediately turn to crime dramas like CSI or the forensic thrillers of Patricia Cornwell. But the reality of death investigation is far richer, more diverse, and infinitely more impactful than Hollywood can ever portray. This course is your invitation to step beyond the TV screen and into the real, fascinating world of death investigation-a field where curiosity meets purpose, science meets humanity, and every discovery has the potential to transform lives.
In this groundbreaking course, you'll uncover the untold stories of death investigation. It's not just about forensics or chasing down a killer; it's about asking the deeper questions: Why does SIDS continue to claim young lives? Can tularemia truly be weaponized? Is the Bird Flu a fleeting headline or a looming pandemic threat? Death investigators are the unsung heroes who connect the dots, uncover truths, and use the lessons of the past to create a healthier, safer future for us all.
Imagine a career where your work contributes to the eradication of deadly diseases, the design of safer workplaces, or the prevention of global health crises. Picture yourself collaborating with experts from fields as varied as public health, aviation, psychology, toxicology, and even art. Death investigation isn't confined to labs or morgues-it's an interdisciplinary force that touches every industry, every community, and every corner of the world.
But this course isn't just about the science or the technical skills. It's about finding your passion and discovering how you can make an impact. Whether you're drawn to medicine, law enforcement, public health, or even fields you never imagined would connect to death investigation, this course will show you how to channel your unique interests into meaningful work. You'll learn how to take the lessons from those who have passed and use them to protect and improve the lives of those who are still here.
This isn't just another online course. It's a transformative experience designed to open your mind, expand your horizons, and ignite your potential. You'll walk away not just with knowledge, but with a profound sense of purpose-and the confidence that you're equipped to make a real difference in the world.
The world of death investigation is vast, complex, and essential. Are you ready to explore it? If you've ever wanted to combine curiosity with compassion, science with service, or learning with legacy, then this course is where your journey begins. Don't just study death investigation-help shape the future of how we understand, prevent, and respond to it.
The question isn't whether you should enroll-the question is: can you afford to miss this opportunity?
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Learning Outcomes
- Summarize the role and purpose of death investigation.
- Define forensics.
- Describe the criminal justice system and procedures.
- Define public health.
- Define epidemiology.
- Describe Hantavirus.
- Describe Tularemia.
- Describe Ebola.
- Describe HIV.
- Describe Bird Flu.
- Describe insurance claims related to death investigations.
- Summarize death investigation career options.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
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Motives for Taking this Course | 2 points |
Lesson One : The Purpose of Death Investigation | 8 points |
Lesson Two : Forensics | 7 points |
Lesson Three : Criminal Justice | 9 points |
Lesson Four : Public Health | 10 points |
Lesson Five : Public Health Agencies | 8 points |
Lesson Six : Prevention Programs | 9 points |
Lesson Seven: Epidemiology | 8 points |
Lesson Eight: Ground Zero Field Investigations | 9 points |
Lesson Nine: Hantavirus | 9 points |
Lesson Ten: Tularemia; a Biological Weapon? | 10 points |
Lesson Eleven: Ebola - Hemorrhagic Fever | 8 points |
Lesson Twelve: HIV | 7 points |
Lesson Thirteen: Bird Flu - Pandemic Potential | 10 points |
Lesson Fifteen: Workplace Environments | 10 points |
Lesson Sixteen: Death Must Have a Name | 7 points |
Lesson Seventeen: Death in Children | 9 points |
Lesson Eighteen: Death Investigation Careers | 9 points |
The Final Exam | 62 points |