Also called: Mortuary Cosmetologist, Restoration Specialist
Uses wax, cosmetics and sculpting to restore the appearance of people who died from accidents or illness so families can say goodbye.
Working from a family photo, she rebuilds the shape of a man's face with special wax and makes it up to match his skin tone, so his family can have an open-casket viewing.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 3 years after high school. Mortuary science degree or cosmetology license plus restorative-art training.
Ways in: 2-year college, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Mortuary Science, Cosmetology (trade school).
Growing about average.
Low risk for 10 years. Photo tools help match a person's likeness; sculpting and cosmetics on the deceased stay skilled hand work.
Classes: Art (sculpture), Biology, Cosmetology CTE program.
Official data: O*NET occupation 39-4011.
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