Whether you want to go into business for yourself or land a job at an established shop, the Piercing Academy will prepare you for a professional piercing career. Our small classes allow you to learn by seeing, hearing, and performing skills -- you are guaranteed experience performing real piercings on real people.

During five days of intensive study, students will be exposed to the world of body piercing.

Using science materials, you'll explore the inner workings of the human body, studying all relevant anatomy and physiology. You will leave with completed basic certification in Adult CPR (American Heart Association), First Aid (American Heart Association), and Bloodborne Pathogens (National Safety Council).

Also covered:

• Natural pain control through breathing
• Aftercare options
• How to handle healing difficulties
• Licensing for shops and individuals
• City Ordinances -- how to read and understand them for compliance
• MSDS sheets explained -- Material Safety Data Sheets define proper handling and safety practices for working with chemicals
• Asepsis -- hospital-grade cleaning techniques used in the piercing room
• Autoclave, ultrasonic, and other piercing tools
• Jewelry

Check out our Classes page for information about tuition costs, payment plans, classes, and current class schedule information.