At a Glance: Crime Scene Cleanup Certification
AMDECON provides a 21 to 26-hour professional training program for the biohazard industry. A major core component of this course is the 5-hour 'Beginning to End' virtual hands-on training. Inside a specialized mockup facility, students observe an expert remediate 10 distinct crime scene scenarios built into one comprehensive scene recreation. The program includes 10 certifications and 14 IICRC CECs.
Crime Scene Cleanup Certification Training Course
Developed by the company that established the first dedicated crime scene cleanup training center in 2004, this program provides the most comprehensive professional preparation in the industry today.
Total Program Length
Certifications Included
IICRC CEC Credits
AMDECON focuses exclusively on providing structured, real-world training programs based on decades of field experience. This course is designed to prepare you for the safety, regulatory, and operational realities of professional CTS Decon work.
Training Options:
• Business Version (26 Hours): Includes comprehensive business operations, pricing, and marketing.
• Technician Version (21 Hours): Focuses strictly on field operations and safety protocols.
Course Overview: Watch how our students apply 20+ hours of training in real-world situations. How it works →
Major Core Component: Working a Scene from Beginning to End
A major key component of this course is approximately five hours of video-driven, hands-on, 'how to work a scene from beginning to end' instruction. This foundational module demonstrates how crime and trauma scenes are actually worked—from arrival through final close-out.
Inside a specialized mockup facility, students observe real-world techniques and professional decision-making demonstrated across 10 distinct crime scene scenarios built into one comprehensive scene recreation. You see what is being done, hear why each step matters, and learn how trained professionals evaluate, secure, clean, document, and properly close a scene. This intensive field demonstration compresses what typically takes 6 to 12 months of job experience into a structured learning system. Read more about the Hands-On Training Portal here →
What You Will Master in This Course
Our curriculum provides the practical, operational knowledge required to work safely and professionally in the field. The course is built around these core pillars:
- Industry Fundamentals: Gain a deep understanding of the CTS Decon industry and the specific types of jobs professionals perform.
- Regulatory Compliance: Master the specific OSHA regulations (1910.1030, 1910.134, 1910.1200) and how to comply in the field.
- Safety and Field Protection: Learn safe work practices, proper PPE selection, and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
- Equipment and Supplies: A technical breakdown of professional tools, EPA-registered chemicals, and supply selection.
- Business Operations: Comprehensive instruction on pricing, writing estimates, marketing, and lead generation.
- Professional Interaction: Specialized training on interacting professionally with grieving families, the media, and insurance adjusters.
Choosing Your Training Track
| Course Content and Features | Technician Version | Business and Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Total Program Duration | 21 Hours | 26 Hours |
| 'Beginning to End' Field Instruction | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Business Ops, Marketing and Pricing | Not Included | ✔ Included (+5 Hours) |
OSHA-Compliant Certifications Included (10 Total)
Upon successful completion and passing the 90-minute exam, students receive 10 recognized, OSHA-aligned certifications:
- AMDECON 29 CFR Part 1910 Compliant CTS Decon Specialist
- Bloodborne Pathogens (29 CFR 1910.1030)
- Respiratory Protection (29 CFR 1910.134)
- Hazard Communication – HAZCOM (29 CFR 1910.1200)
- Personal Protective Equipment (29 CFR 1910.132)
- Confined Space Awareness (29 CFR 1910.146)
- Fall Protection Awareness (29 CFR 1910.66 Appendix C)
- Lockout / Tagout Awareness (29 CFR 1910.147)
- Bio-Safety Level 1 (BSL-1)
- Bio-Safety Level 2 (BSL-2)