2-Day Whole Body Anatomical Dissection Intensive

Our 2-Day Human Dissection Intensive will give participants the opportunity to holistically explore the human body and is designed to teach anatomical structures and relationships. Participants will dissect for two full days working through the various textural layers of the human body and get to discover first hand the interconnectedness and relationships within the body.  Students will dissect the entire body layer-by-layer starting with the skin and superficial fascia then continue on to the muscle layers and deep joint structures instead of going through region-specific areas in separate sections.

Although a short course, it allows for broad study, direct learning and hands-on study of the human body.  It is perfect as an anatomical review or for anyone with a passion and curiosity for anatomy.

Our cadavers are embalmed with a special soft-fixed formula allowing the muscles and joints to retain more mobility and realistic colors and textures. This dissection course is ideal for physical therapists, bodyworkers, yoga teachers, athletic trainers, or healthcare professionals who want a deeper look inside the human body.

Our anatomists will guide participants through the dissection process by both demonstrating dissection techniques, differentiating structures and aiding the process as needed. No previous dissection experience is necessary, but a strong understanding of anatomy is helpful.

We are grateful to our donors as they are truly our greatest teachers. We honor their generous gift to benefit the lives of others as a lasting legacy we are proud to carry forward.

Your Instructors:

Fauna Moore, LMBT

Fauna is our Academic Programs Specialist and her favorite place to be outside of the lab is at the front of a classroom.  Fauna has been teaching hands on anatomy for over a decade.  She also has a background in ashtanga yoga and 20 years as a bodyworker. Fauna is a pro at helping others understand how anatomy relates to everyday life.  She has done extensive work dissecting fascia, and was a founding member of the Fascial Net Plastination Project creating the first full body fascia plastinate in partnership with BODY WORLDS, The Plastinarium and The Fascia Research Society.

Melanie Bebler, MS

Melanie Bebler is passionate and well-informed anatomy and physiology professor with over 20 years of teaching experience. She currently teaches at Mitchell Community College. Her love of anatomy is easy to see by her enthusiasm in sharing her knowledge and fascination with the human body.

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Amy McWaters, PT

Experienced educator, speaker, and mentor Amy is responsible for adjunct teaching doctorate-level courses (Including human anatomy) to physical and occupational therapy students. She is highly regarded as an enthusiastic and caring therapist/professor with a passion for helping treat neurological disorders, persistent pain, and sharing her passion for anatomy.

Example of Daily Schedule

Program days will run 9:00am-5:00pm with an hour break for lunch.

Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time.

Schedule will adjust as needed. Dissection time will also include table side lectures as different structures are revealed.

9:00am- 9:45am – Lab Orientation and Dissection Strategy

9:45am-10am – Dissection Demo

10am-12pm – Dissect

12pm-1pm – Lunch

1pm-1:15pm – Check in, review dissections

1:15pm-3pm – Dissect

3pm-3:15pm – Break

3:15pm-4:30pm – Dissect

4:30pm-4:45pm – Observe/Reflect on Day’s Dissections

4:45pm-5pm – Clean Up

Lab Considerations, Safety and Protocols:

• NO photography inside the lab.
• Wear long pants, socks and closed toe shoes.
• PPE will be provided.
• Always work with a tool in both hands.
• Let us know if you are not feeling well or need to step out.
• Lunch will be provided both days.
• Take breaks as needed.
• Be considerate of your fellow dissectors while dissecting.
• Ask all of your questions, share your knowledge freely.

CE’s: 14 hours

NCBTMB, YA, APTA and NCALB Approved CE Provider

Early Registration Discount use code earlybird1 by April 24th, 2026 to save $200.

MORE INFO and REGISTRATION

Due to the nature of this course, we require that all participants are 16+.