Course Overview

The Diploma in Mortuary Science is a specialized program designed to equip students with the professional knowledge and practical skills required for funeral service, postmortem care, and body preservation.

Students are trained in human anatomy, embalming techniques, pathology, infection control, and ethical care of the deceased. The program also includes counseling practices to support bereaved families and management of funeral services.

Graduates are prepared to become competent morticians, funeral directors, or mortuary technicians who serve with compassion, professionalism, and technical expertise.

Career Opportunities

• Mortuary Attendant / Technician – Assist in preparing bodies for burial or cremation.
• Embalmer – Preserve human remains for viewing and funeral services.
• Funeral Director – Plan and coordinate funeral events, assist families with arrangements.
• Forensic Mortuary Assistant – Support forensic teams during autopsies.
• Pathology Assistant – Assist pathologists in examinations (with additional training).
• Mortuary Manager – Oversee mortuary operations in hospitals or private facilities.
• Grief Counselor – Provide emotional support to bereaved families (with further studies).
• Cemetery or Crematorium Staff – Manage burials, cremations, and facility logistics.

Work Environments

• Public and private hospitals
• Funeral homes and parlors
• Forensic departments and pathology labs
• Cemeteries and crematoriums
• Government health and investigation services

Further Studies & Growth

Graduates can pursue further studies in Forensic Science, Pathology, Grief Counseling, or Funeral Service Management. Career advancement is possible through certifications and licensing for international practice or entrepreneurship.