Course Overview
The Certificate in Mortuary Science – Level 5 is a foundational, competency-based program that prepares learners for professional roles within mortuaries, funeral homes, hospitals, and forensic environments. The program equips students with essential skills in deceased body management, basic embalming, psychosocial support, mortuary microbiology, and post-mortem preparation procedures.
Learners gain hands-on experience in real mortuary settings, developing confidence, ethical practice, and technical competence. The course emphasizes safety, professionalism, communication, and adherence to legal and ethical standards in mortuary practice.
This Level 5 KHPOA licensed qualification provides a strong entry point into the mortuary profession and serves as a direct progression pathway to the Diploma in Mortuary Science – Level 6.
Why Study This Course at GoCare?
Fully accredited and licensed medical and health sciences training institution.
Competency-based TVET CDACC curriculum aligned with national mortuary science standards.
Hands-on practical training in real mortuaries, funeral homes, pathology units, and post-mortem facilities.
Guaranteed attachment placement in accredited mortuary and funeral service institutions.
Government and regulator-recognized qualifications, certification, and practice licensure.
Practicing license eligibility under the Kenya Health Professions Oversight Authority (KHPOA).
Clear progression pathway to Diploma in Mortuary Science – Level 6.
Training delivered by qualified morticians, pathologists, and forensic science professionals.
Modern skills-lab and simulation-based training for body preservation, reconstruction, and restorative procedures.
Strong emphasis on ethics, dignity, cultural sensitivity, and professional conduct in death-care services.
Flexible study modes.
High employability in Kenya and abroad across mortuaries, funeral homes, hospitals, pathology labs, and forensic departments.
Entry Requirements
KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) and above
What You Will Learn (Units of Competence)
- Digital Literacy
- Communication Skills
- Work Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Mortuary Microbiology
- Mortuary Law and Ethical Practice
- Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Mortuary Premises Maintenance
- Preparation of Mortuary Chemicals
- Research and Innovation in Mortuary Practice
- Psychosocial Support for Bereaved Families
- Deceased Body Handling and Management
- Embalming Techniques and Solutions
- Post-Mortem Examination Preparation
Industrial Attachment
All learners undertake a Three (3) month mortuary or funeral home attachment. GoCare provides full placement support to ensure every student gains real practical experience.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Certificate in Mortuary Science – Level 5 can work in:
- Mortuaries and funeral homes
- Hospitals and medical centres
- Government and private morgues
- Funeral service companies
- Pathology and forensic support environments
Job roles include:
- Mortuary Attendant
- Mortuary Assistant
- Funeral Home Assistant
- Embalming Assistant
- Post-Mortem Support Technician
- Deceased Body Care Assistant