Accredited In Person PMU, Microblading & Powder Brow Course
Dive into the world of permanent makeup (PMU) with our comprehensive In-Person PMU, Microblading & Powder Brow Course. Whether you're a novice exploring the field or a seasoned professional keen on updating your techniques, this course is designed to cater to all skill levels.
Instructor
Gary is the founder and lead instructor of Skinart Academy, with over 23 years of experience in the tattoo, piercing, microblading, and permanent makeup (PMU) industries. He has trained hundreds of students globally, combining hands-on expertise with in-depth theoretical knowledge. Gary is passionate about empowering aspiring artists with world-class training and ongoing mentorship.
CPD Accredited Course
Gain industry recognition with our CPD Accredited pmu course. Our accreditation demonstrates high-quality training standards and is widely recognized in the EU and many non-EU countries.
Become a Registered PMU Artist with the BAQA
Get recognized as a certified professional in the pmu industry with our BAQA-approved training. We will automatically register you with the BAQA as an accredited pmu artist.
Earn your certification and start your career with confidence.
PMU Equipment
(Optional Equipment Add-On)
You can choose whether to include our high-quality equipment kit during checkout. The kit is yours to keep after completing your in-person training. While attending the course, we will supply all necessary consumables. If you already have your own equipment and prefer not to purchase the kit, please bring your setup with you to the training.
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PMU COURSE CURRICULUM
- Introduction to Permanent Makeup
- Permanent Makeup Course Overview
- A Brief History of Permanent Makeup
- Getting Started - Business License
- Marketing - How to Sell Your PMU Services
- Download Document Pack
- The Consultation - Customer File
- Designing Eyebrows and Face Shapes
- Designing Eyebrows with Golden Mean Caliper
- Workstation Setup Procedures
- Understanding the Human Skin
- Preparing the Skin
- Anesthetics in PMU
- Nano Eyebrows - Introduction to Techniques and Devices
- Ombre Brows - Techniques and Pigments
- Permanent Makeup Eyeliner - Application Techniques
- Permanent Makeup Lips - Procedures and Techniques
- Handling Medical Waste
- Vaccinations in Permanent Makeup
- Pigments: Introduction to Color Theory, Understanding Under Tones, PMU Correction
- Final Words
- What to Do Next
- Certificate of Competency
Access
There is no rush to complete the course; you can take as long as you like.
Total Watch Hours
There are over 12 hours of quality video training for you to access.
Duration
4 Days In-person + 2 weeks Online
Certificates
Accredited PMU Certificate
Upon completion, you will receive a PMU Training Certificate, proving your expertise in professional pmu.
Accredited MB Certificate
Additionally, you will receive a Microblading Training Certificate, proving your expertise in professional microblading.
Accredited BBP Certificate
You will also receive a Accredited Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Certificate, ensuring you are trained in hygiene, safety, and infection control for the industry.
Licensing Process Explained
In New Zealand, the licensing process for tattooing, piercing, permanent makeup (PMU), microblading, and tattoo removal varies by local authority but generally involves several key steps. Practitioners must apply for a Special Treatments License from their local council, which requires proving their competence and adherence to strict hygiene standards. This often includes submitting detailed information about their premises and operational procedures, completing a health and safety course, and sometimes passing a specific examination. Additionally, for treatments like PMU and microblading, practitioners may need to show certificates from recognized training courses. The aim of these regulations is to ensure that all procedures are performed safely and to a high standard, protecting both practitioners and clients.
HOW TO GET STARTED
Getting started with our in-person PMU training is simple and risk-free. Here’s how it works:
- Select Your Option: Choose whether to include the optional equipment kit (with or without equipment) and click Add to Basket.
- Proceed to Checkout: Complete the standard online checkout form. We recommend selecting Direct Deposit (EFT) as your payment method.
- No Immediate Payment Required: At this stage, you won’t need to make any payment. An automated PDF invoice will be emailed to you with all our company and banking information.
- Pay a $1,000 Deposit: To secure your place and begin the online preparation training, simply pay the deposit. The deposit unlocks immediate access to your online pre-course modules.
- Confirm Dates & Venue: We recommend discussing available in-person training dates and venue locations with us to ensure your preferred session is viable.
- Pay the Balance Later: The remaining balance can be paid any time before or on the first day of your in-person training. This ensures you feel safe and confident knowing you only pay the full amount once you arrive and meet us in person.
We’ve structured this process to make it easy, transparent, and secure for all our students.
In Person Training Locations
We provide in-person training in the following areas:
- Cambridge, NZ
- Auckland, NZ
- Wellington, NZ
- Christchurch, NZ
- + More Areas
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If you are unable to attend in person training we do have a completely online training option also.
Online OptionCONTACT US
If you have any questions, we are more than happy to chat with you! Drop us a message, and someone from the Skinart team will respond to you personally.
We are passionate about helping people succeed in this industry and would love to answer any questions you may have about our training. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way and welcome you to join one of our courses.
We also offer a wide range of other courses, please make sure to check them out below.










Nokomis Rainwater (verified owner) –
So grateful for Garys guidance.
Jose Zahra (verified owner) –
Loved this!
Nokomis Lopez (verified owner) –
Proud of how much I’ve learned.
Sakura Nkosi (verified owner) –
Maria Okafor (verified owner) –
PMU aftercare knowledge is so important!
Mei Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Isabelle Ortega (verified owner) –
Wow!
Rahul Al-Farsi (verified owner) –
Hilda Dubois (verified owner) –
Now I feel ready to work professionally.
Hadar Rosenberg (verified owner) –
Alexis Nkosi (verified owner) –
This course made me realize how much I was doing wrong before.
Xiao Johansson (verified owner) –
The videos were crystal clear!
Elena Wang (verified owner) –
This course made me slow down and focus on precision.
Nokomis Nikolaidis (verified owner) –
This training opened so many doors for me!
Mika Taylor (verified owner) –
I can finally map brows correctly!
Olivia Ortega (verified owner) –
Can’t believe how far I’ve come since starting this course.
Luca Olofsson (verified owner) –
Sipho Mensah (verified owner) –
So easy to understand!
Erik Gupta (verified owner) –
Great mix of theory and practice!
Nomsa Petrov (verified owner) –
Absolutely loved every second.
Ali Friedman (verified owner) –
Sakari Levy (verified owner) –
Super impressed!
William Svensson (verified owner) –
Gary’s knowledge is unmatched!
Santiago Johansson (verified owner) –
Super helpful.
Ali Nkosi (verified owner) –
Now I feel ready to open my own PMU studio!
Yael Xenakis (verified owner) –
Loved it!
Alejandro Redcloud (verified owner) –
Deepak Brown (verified owner) –
I understand the differences between microblading and PMU now.
Ingrid Redcloud (verified owner) –
Best instructor ever!
Elena Dubois (verified owner) –
Nokomis Soriano (verified owner) –
Broke everything down step by step.
Vikram Malik (verified owner) –
Understanding skin undertones was a game-changer!
Sakari Panganiban (verified owner) –
It’s never too late to start something new!
Jose Müller (verified owner) –
My hand movements are so much steadier after this training.
Alejandro Park (verified owner) –
This took me to the next level.
Eleni Müller (verified owner) –
Now I actually understand how to choose the right pigments.
Evangelos Kaplan (verified owner) –
Layla Singh (verified owner) –
Practicing on real models gave me so much confidence!
Thabo Okafor (verified owner) –
Being able to adjust my technique under expert supervision was so helpful.
Odin Redcloud (verified owner) –
Loved the opportunity to fine-tune my microblading strokes in real-time.
Eliyahu Berg (verified owner) –
My PMU work will never be the same after this course!
Hilda Eriksson (verified owner) –
Benjamin Darwish (verified owner) –
Live guidance helped me perfect pigment selection and stroke patterns.
Jose Iyer (verified owner) –
I now feel confident in both machine and manual PMU techniques!
Sophia Goldstein (verified owner) –
The hands-on environment made me feel really supported.
Ali Adebayo (verified owner) –
Yuki Das (verified owner) –
This training was a fantastic way to refine my technique.
Priya Müller (verified owner) –
Feeling completely prepared to work on my own clients now!
Emma Haugland (verified owner) –
Being able to see pigment retention on real skin was invaluable.
Fernando Volkov (verified owner) –
The instructor guided me through every step of brow mapping.