About this Event
Medicolegal Death Investigation Basic Training Course 2026 (March 23-25)
This unique 3-day course covers fundamental topics of forensic pathology, examination, photographing and documentation of death scenes; evidence recognition, preservation and collection; and decedent identification. Participants will enhance their knowledge by conducting investigations of dynamic mock scenes. The mock scenes are interactive and require participants to role play.
This program provides basic training for Medicolegal Death Investigators, Coroners, Medical Examiners, Law Enforcement, Firefighters, Paramedics/EMT, Physicians, Nurses, Attorneys, Forensic Scientists, Funeral Directors and Embalmers. If you have any questions about whether you qualify, please contact the Education Committee.
Agenda
Introduction to the Medical Examiner’s Office
Cause and Manner of Death
Postmortem Changes and Forensic Identification; Natural Disease
Fingerprinting for Forensic Identification
Gunshot and Shotgun Wounds
Blunt and Sharp Force Trauma; Asphyxia; Environmental Injuries
Head Trauma/Neuropathology; Intoxication; In-Custody Deaths
Demonstration Autopsy
Medicolegal Death Investigation/ Field Guide
Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Investigation
SUIDI Investigation Demonstration
Pathologist’s Perspective
Investigation of Specific Scene Types
Minimum Standards for Photography
Scene Demonstration Using Body Camera
Report Writing
Tour Rotation/ Mock Scenes (Hands-On)
Scene Discussion (group)
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office, 11001 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, United States
USD 428.67
