Midwest Death Investigation Course

The Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner partners with Des Moines Area Community College to offer an annual Midwest Death Investigation Course

This course will satisfy the Iowa Code requirement for Medical Examiner Investigators of attending the St. Louis University School of Medicine Basic Medicolegal Death Investigation Course or its state medical examiner approved equivalent prior to or within two years of appointment.  Continuing education hours may also be offered.

Grant money is often available.

Check back for updates on the 2024 Course