Embalmer

Embalmers are caring and attentive people. Their trustworthy nature make them a valuable resource in what is often a challenging time for families and friends.

As an Embalmer, you’ll take on a role that requires not just precision, but also allows for expression as you help to prepare or restore human remains.  

You’ll be comfortable with large responsibility, as your work is a crucial part in an important and often very emotional time for others.  

What You'll Learn

  • How to identify and describe human anatomy 
  • How to identify and describe safety, sanitation and hygiene practices 
  • How to describe and practice embalming 
  • How to identify and describe funeral law 
  • How to employ strong communications skills 

Key Job Skills

  • Communication 
  • Coordination  
  • Judgement and decision-making 
  • Human anatomy and physiology 
  • Embalming 

Technical Training

To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

For a list of all approved non-public training providers, visit this page.

Technical Training 8 weeks over 2 years
Work-Based Training
3600 HOURS
Salary Range Hourly
$20.00 — $34.32
General Skills
Attentive Confident Coordinated Decisive

Program Updates

No challenge process is currently available for this certification. This decision is currently under review. For further information please contact the BC Funeral Association on 1-250-592-3213 and at info [at] bcfunerals.com (info[at]bcfunerals[dot]com)

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