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This e-Learning module covers certification of deaths in the community which will help you decide the appropriate next steps when dealing with a death in the community.
The module will help you understand:
When you should report a death to the procurator fiscal service.
When to issue a medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD).
Potential issues when communicating with the police.
The module does not include material on communicating and interacting with families and other people who are bereaved.
