Accredited In Person PMU Course
Dive into the world of permanent makeup (PMU) with our comprehensive In Person PMU 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 UK 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 Extra)
Start your career off with high qaulity equipment and supplies.
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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 6 hours of quality video training for you to access.

Duration
2 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 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 South Africa, 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.
In Person Training Locations

We provide in-person training in the following areas:
- Hillcrest, KZN
- Boksburg, GP
- Pretoria West, GP
- Kuilsriver, WC
- + More Areas
If you are unable to attend in person training we do have a completely online training option also.
Online Option
Santiago Bianchi (verified owner) –
Live guidance helped me perfect pigment selection and stroke patterns.
Amit Taylor (verified owner) –
This training was a fantastic way to refine my technique.
Manuel Runningwolf (verified owner) –
The hands-on environment made me feel really supported.
Carlos Eriksson (verified owner) –
Dimitris Vasquez (verified owner) –
Being able to adjust my technique under expert supervision was so helpful.
Tariro Goldstein (verified owner) –
Being able to see pigment retention on real skin was invaluable.
Mei Rosenberg (verified owner) –
I now feel confident in both machine and manual PMU techniques!
Dakota Zulu (verified owner) –
Loved the opportunity to fine-tune my microblading strokes in real-time.
Isabelle Horowitz (verified owner) –
Feeling completely prepared to work on my own clients now!
Shira Olofsson (verified owner) –
Step-by-step learning was perfect.
Erik Iyer (verified owner) –
This course made learning PMU so easy!
Kofi Rosenberg (verified owner) –
I can’t wait to start my career!
Alejandro De la Cruz (verified owner) –
Practicing on real models gave me so much confidence!
Kareem Papanikolaou (verified owner) –
The instructor guided me through every step of brow mapping.
Tariro Runningwolf (verified owner) –
I didn’t realize how much I didn’t know until I took this course.
Michael Redcloud (verified owner) –
Perfect training for my future.
Rosario Christodoulou (verified owner) –
Already planning my first big PMU event!
Sophie Volkov (verified owner) –
I never thought I’d be this confident doing PMU procedures.
William Nkosi (verified owner) –
Amazing.
Layla Darwish (verified owner) –
Camila Choi (verified owner) –
William Ngubane (verified owner) –
Freya Park (verified owner) –
Way better than I expected!
Sanjay Whitefeather (verified owner) –
The videos were crystal clear!
Lars Theodorakis (verified owner) –
Nokomis Svensson (verified owner) –
Better than I ever imagined.
Nour Rahman (verified owner) –
Best investment I’ve made in myself.
Olivia Chen (verified owner) –
Learned more than I expected!
Priya Soriano (verified owner) –
Kiona Schmidt (verified owner) –
Santiago Harris (verified owner) –
This gave me the push I needed to chase my dreams.
Deepak Gupta (verified owner) –
Great!
Maria Lewis (verified owner) –
I finally learned how to properly mix and select pigments!
Hadar Reyes (verified owner) –
Why didn’t I do this sooner?
Takahiro Redcloud (verified owner) –
Game-changer!
Sanjay Rahman (verified owner) –
Hao Mensah (verified owner) –
Amira Malik (verified owner) –
I learned so much from Gary!
Tala Zahra (verified owner) –
It covered everything I needed!
Aisha Haddad (verified owner) –
This course made me rethink my entire approach to PMU.
Fatima Ivanov (verified owner) –
I now know how to talk to clients professionally.
Mateo Vasquez (verified owner) –
Astrid Müller (verified owner) –
I couldn’t be happier!
Camila King (verified owner) –
This training helped me set up my PMU business.
Hiroshi Khalil (verified owner) –
Super easy to follow!
Luningning Eze (verified owner) –
Ingrid Santos (verified owner) –
Anika Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Shira Georgiou (verified owner) –
His explanations are clear and detailed.
Camila Rainwater (verified owner) –
Excellent!
Takoda Redcloud (verified owner) –
Amit Ramos (verified owner) –
This training gave me the confidence to start my PMU business!
Viktor Levy (verified owner) –
Shira Smith (verified owner) –
Now I actually feel like I know what I’m doing!
Levi Redcloud (verified owner) –
Gary gave me the confidence I needed to succeed.
Takahiro Johansson (verified owner) –
My hand movements are so much steadier after this training.
Ingrid Chen (verified owner) –
Incredible.
Evangelos Panganiban (verified owner) –
This training opened so many doors for me!
Henry Kobayashi (verified owner) –
This gave me so much confidence!
Deepak Nikolaidis (verified owner) –
Best decision ever.
Miriam Reyes (verified owner) –
Isabelle Johansson (verified owner) –
Proud to call myself a professional PMU artist!
Sophia Ngubane (verified owner) –
I went from total beginner to confident PMU artist.