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2003 ICFA University
College of Embalming & Restorative Arts
July 18-23, 2003
University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee
Dean: Todd Van Beck
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Additional Colleges:
College of Administration & Management
ICFA/CANA College of Cremation Services
College of Funeral & Commemorative Services
J. Asher Neel College of Sales & Marketing
College of Land Management & Grounds Operations
Master's Program
CEO Program
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Friday, July 18
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
University Reception
6:30 p.m.
University Dinner
Saturday, July 19
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
The Psychology of Funeral Service
Todd Van Beck
(In conjunction with the College of Funeral & Commemorative Services)
What you do makes a real difference in the lives of those who have lost a loved one. Embalming, restoration and proper presentation of the body genuinely promote the healing process. Working with families to ensure they receive the proper care and service are keys to building your business. This course will give you an introduction to the skills you need to grow and succeed in this important profession.
Communication Between the Funeral Director and the Embalmer
Todd Van Beck, Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman
(In conjunction with the College of Funeral & Commemorative Services)
Too often, in-house miscommunication gets in the way of providing excellent service. From the arrangements conference through the preparation of the body and the funeral service, it is vital for funeral directors and embalmers to understand and appreciate the challenges each faces and to be able to work together for the good of the client family.
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Embalming Techniques
Todd Van Beck, Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman, Nathan Minnich
In this extended laboratory session, four of the nation's top embalmers will offer live demonstrations of a variety of case analysis and embalming techniques.
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Embalming Techniques (continued)
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Embalming Techniques (continued)
Roundtable Discussion
Speakers and Students
Come prepared to share your ideas and obtain insights from some of the top minds in the profession. At the end of each day, we'll have an open discussion of the day's topics and anything else you wish to discuss. We'll cover ways to improve and simplify your techniques and will dispel some common "myths of embalming."
Sunday, July 20
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Restorative Arts & Cosmetology
Bob Mayer, Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman, Charles Harrison, Nathan Minnich
The results of your restorative arts and cosmetology work are highly visible to the public and can play a major role in the healing experience. Yet too often, instruction in this area takes a back seat. In this laboratory course, each of our professors will participate in discussions and demonstrations on the top RA, cosmetology and casketing concerns, including:
- tissue building
- creating a pleasant expression
- IV punctures
- bruised hands
- hair restoration
- eye enucleation
- deep wounds
- swelling
- different types of noses
- ethnic considerations
- positioning the body
- clothing the body
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Restorative Arts & Cosmetology (continued)
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Restorative Arts & Cosmetology (continued)
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Restorative Arts & Cosmetology (continued)
OSHA and Prep Room Safety
Nathan Minnich
Upkeep of your prep room is a number one priority. This session will review basic OSHA considerations and thoroughly review procedures necessary for maintaining a safe workspace, including instrument and prep room disinfection.
Roundtable Discussion
Speakers and Students
See description on Saturday schedule.
7:00 p.m.
Basketball/Volleyball Games
Monday, July 21
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Embalming Techniques
Bob Mayer, Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman
Through classroom instruction, slides and printed materials, you'll discover dozens of practical ideas and techniques to improve your skills. This session will go in-depth to expand on the laboratory training and offer additional insights into the embalming process:
Pre-Embalming
- initial case analysis
- setting the features
- topical disinfection
Embalming
- continued case analysis
- single vs. multiple points of injection
- arterial injection, including no-carotid arteries and restricted cervical injection
- rate of flow
- volume of solution
- stimulating fluid distribution
- restricted drainage, including heart tap
- supplemental chemicals
- cavity treatment
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Embalming Techniques (continued)
Bob Mayer, Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman
Post-Embalming
- continued case analysis
- inspection
- cleanup
- sutures
- local treatment
- re-washing and drying hair
- re-cleaning and packing orifices
- drying, suturing and gluing lacerations
- abrasions
- distention
- facial features and hands
- placing the body in plastic goods
- use of powders
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Embalming Challenges
Bob Mayer, Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman, Nathan Minnich
Four expert embalmers will offer "tag-team" lessons on how they approach common challenges:
- autopsied bodies
- organ donors
- long-bone donors
- excessive tissue gas
- re-embalmings
- delayed viewing cases
- edema
- trauma cases
- obesity
- infants
- decomposition
- jaundice
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Shipping Remains
Bob Inman
The profession's top shipping executive and a longtime embalmer will provide solutions for properly preparing a body for shipment and procedures for safely shipping and receiving remains.
Roundtable Discussion
Speakers and Students
See description on Saturday schedule.
Tuesday, July 22
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Legal Forms and Case Reports
Melissa Johnson, Bob Inman
Identifications, authorizations, case reports ... this course takes you through the myriad of legal considerations and forms required to protect yourself, both behind the scenes and when working with families. We'll provide sample forms to take home and adapt to your location.
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Evolution of Chemicals
Bob Mayer
The man who literally wrote the book on embalming will share his insights into the tools of the trade -- embalming chemicals -- with information on various approaches, including waterless embalming.
Effects of Drugs on the Body
Melissa Johnson
The growing variety of medications presents many challenges for embalmers. Determining what types of drugs the deceased used and the effects of those drugs on the body and the embalming process is an important aspect of case analysis. Learn ways to do this and to handle drug effects such as jaundice, edema, loss or growth of hair, softening of tissues and more.
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Infectious and Contagious Diseases
Melissa Johnson
Understand the current risks associated with embalming remains carrying infectious and contagious diseases as well as precautions to minimize those risks.
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Principles of Embalming Excellence
Todd Van Beck
Many of us in the embalming profession are here because we felt "called" to do this work. Here's a reminder of the principles we must follow to ensure that our hearts, minds and hands are properly carrying out this important work.
Roundtable Discussion
Speakers and Students
See description on Saturday schedule.
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Four-Year Student Graduation and Reception (all students participate)
Wednesday, July 23
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Course Summary
Panel of Speakers
10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Class Photos and Graduation
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