MOR 302 - Cremation Services

1. Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary trends in disposition
   1. Describe the elements of Green Burial.
   2. Recognize emerging disposition techniques, which may include
      1. 1.2.1 Alkaline hydrolysis
      2. 1.2.2 Cryogenics
   3. Describe the role of Anatomical Donations in contemporary culture.
      1. 1.3.1 Recognize the difference between organ donation and tissue donation.
      2. 1.3.2 Determine which donation is utilized by the DMV in the state of practice.
2. Describe an identification process prior to disposition.
   1. Document how the process meets the emotional needs of the family.
   2. Research the legal requirements in the state of practice.
   3. Develop the forms needed for meet the legal requirements.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the body preparation
   1. Determine which medical devices must be removed.
   2. Describe the process of removing medical devices.
   3. Describe the disposal of those medical devices.
   4. Discuss the container required to safely place the deceased into the retort. 
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the cremation process
   1. Describe proper retort operations
   2. Describe safe methods to remove cremated human remains from a retort.
   3. Discuss methods of insuring the identity of the deceased.
   4. Describe the remains processor used following the retort
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the disposal of cremated human remains
   1. Research methods for disposal of cremated human remains.
   2. Describe methods used for disposal of cremated human remains.
   3. Discuss the legal ramifications of scattering cremated human remains.
   4. Discuss the legal and practical implications of families retaining cremated human remains at home.