Mortuary Makeup & Embalming Technician Course
Gain mastery in post-autopsy mortuary makeup and embalming techniques. The course teaches vital infection control, fluid management, precise suturing, colour correction for natural skin tones, and dignified presentation methods. These skills ensure a serene, respectful final viewing that honours the deceased and comforts families, with practical training suited for professional standards.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This Mortuary Makeup and Embalming Technician Training offers hands-on skills to restore a peaceful, natural look for viewings. You will cover key areas like hygiene, infection prevention, record-keeping, consent processes, fluid handling, and basic cosmetic embalming. Gain expertise in facial fixes for jaundiced skin, chest rebuilding with suturing, detailed hand and nail treatments, plus coffin setup, lighting, and family communication for a respectful goodbye.
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Develop skills
- Post-autopsy embalming: use specific fluids, seal properly, and manage leaks quickly and safely.
- Mortuary makeup skills: correct jaundice, bruises, and discolouration for a lifelike appearance.
- Cosmetic suturing: repair chest cuts neatly for open-casket readiness.
- Coffin presentation: arrange lighting, positioning, and clothing to ease family grief.
- Mortuary hygiene: apply PPE, cleaning protocols, and biohazard measures to top professional levels.
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