How to Start a Tattoo Apprenticeship Program

A tattoo is a permanent mark made by inserting colored ink with needles into the skin changing the pigment for decorative or other purposes such as cosmetic use. Permanent makeup involves tattoos that enhance eyebrows, lips and eyes. Human tattoos modify the face or body while animal tattoos identify the animal.

Instructions

1

Research schools that offer courses in pathogens with a qualified tattoo artist in a licensed studio. It is not a simple process and there is a lot to learn that you'll pass on to your students, such as sterilization, placement of tattoos, depth of needles, anatomy, client and business practices, needle making and the equipment used.

2

Start a qualified tattoo apprenticeship program. These programs are typically an 18-month to 2-year apprenticeship. You will teach apprentices how to do every job possible in the licensed studio providing the knowledge and experience necessary.

3

Run an apprenticeship program that limits the number of students to ensure the individualized attention and the opportunity to learn every aspect of the business.

4

Know that in most states, provinces and countries, there are additional health related requirements in addition to teaching the technical aspects of tattooing, such as CPR certification, first aid, test on health issues or technical issues and may require an inspection of your business.

5

Speak with an attorney about any legal considerations, concerns or issues relating to your business and potential apprenticeship program.

6

Register your apprenticeship program after speaking with an advisor and getting all of your questions answered to your satisfaction.

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A tattoo is a permanent mark made by inserting colored ink with needles into the skin changing the pigment for decorative or other purposes such as cosmetic use. Permanent makeup involves tattoos that enhance eyebrows, lips and eyes. Human tattoos modify the face or body while animal tattoos identify the animal.

Instructions

1

Research schools that offer courses in pathogens with a qualified tattoo artist in a licensed studio. It is not a simple process and there is a lot to learn that you'll pass on to your students, such as sterilization, placement of tattoos, depth of needles, anatomy, client and business practices, needle making and the equipment used.

2

Start a qualified tattoo apprenticeship program. These programs are typically an 18-month to 2-year apprenticeship. You will teach apprentices how to do every job possible in the licensed studio providing the knowledge and experience necessary.

3

Run an apprenticeship program that limits the number of students to ensure the individualized attention and the opportunity to learn every aspect of the business.

4

Know that in most states, provinces and countries, there are additional health related requirements in addition to teaching the technical aspects of tattooing, such as CPR certification, first aid, test on health issues or technical issues and may require an inspection of your business.

5

Speak with an attorney about any legal considerations, concerns or issues relating to your business and potential apprenticeship program.

6

Register your apprenticeship program after speaking with an advisor and getting all of your questions answered to your satisfaction.