Also called: Mortuary Cosmetologist
Uses makeup, wax, and sculpting so the deceased look peaceful for their families.
Restorative artists rebuild features after accidents, style hair, and apply makeup so families can have an open-casket goodbye. It is detailed, artistic, and meaningful work.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 3 years after high school. Associate or bachelor's in mortuary science from an ABFSE-accredited program, apprenticeship, and state licensing; cosmetology training helps.
Ways in: 2-year college, Apprenticeship, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Mortuary Science, Cosmetology.
Growing about average (about 2% over 10 years).
Low risk for 10 years. Rebuilding features with wax and makeup for an open casket is hands-on artistry; AI isn't a factor.
Classes: Art/sculpture, Anatomy & Physiology, Cosmetology CTE, Chemistry.
Official data: O*NET occupation 39-4011.
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