Accredited Online Body Piercing Course
Dive into the world of body piercing with our comprehensive Online Body Piercing Course. Whether you're a beginner eager to explore this exciting field or a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills, this course is crafted to cater to all skill levels.
Instructor
Gary teaches Skinart's tattoo, piercing and body art courses. Review the course curriculum and lesson examples to understand the training offered.
CPD Accredited Course
Gain industry recognition with our CPD Accredited piercing course. View the CPD Standards provider listing for Skinart Trading and its recognised training activities. Course recognition does not replace local permission to practise.
Become a Registered Piercer with the BAQA
Get recognized as a certified professional in the piercing industry with our BAQA-approved training. We will automatically register you with the BAQA as an accredited piercer.
Earn your certification and start your career with confidence.
How Can I Learn to Pierce Online?
You can learn online by following our step-by-step course using silicone practice models. These models allow you to practice techniques safely while gaining hands-on experience from the comfort of your home.
Piercing Equipment
(Optional Extra)
Start your career off with high qaulity clamps and supplies.
More InfoPiercings You Will Be Learn
OUR STUDIOS
Gateway Shopping Mall
Established in 2024, this studio represents our continued growth and commitment to innovation in the industry.
Pavilion Shopping Center
Established in 2007, the Pavilion studio stands as a testament to our lasting presence and reputation.
uShaka Marine World
Established in 2001, the uShaka location is our longest-standing studio, soon to undergo an exciting transformation under the Skinart brand.
BODY PIERCING COURSE CURRICULUM
- Introduction to Body Piercing
- Essential Information
- Required and Optional Equipment
- Document Downloads
- Recommended Suppliers
- Bloodborne Pathogen Training
- Licensing and Registration
- Competency Certification
- Local Regulations and Compliance
- Home Business Considerations
- Health Department Interactions
- General Health and Safety Protocols
- Client Care and Legal Indemnity Forms
- Overview of Piercing Equipment
- Cleaning and Disinfection Practices
- Preventing Cross-Contamination
- Proper Use of Anesthetics and Gloves
- Needles and Clamps
- Piercing Tools and Their Maintenance
- Instrument Sterilization Techniques
- Aftercare Product Knowledge
- Introduction to Body Jewellery Types
- Setting Up the Workstation
- Practical Demonstrations for Various Piercings:
- Ear (Upper, Lobe, Tragus, Daith)
- Belly
- Lip
- Eyebrow
- Tongue
- Nose
- Genital Piercings
- Piercing Techniques and Best Practices
- Microdermal and Specialty Piercing Techniques
- Course Summary and Review
- Final Certification
Access
There is no rush to complete the course; you can take as long as you like.
Total Watch Hours
There are over 7 hours of quality video training for you to access.
Duration
It typically takes 2 weeks to get through everything if you put in an hour a day.
Certificates
Accredited Body Piercing Certificate
Upon completion, you will receive a Body Piercing Training Certificate, proving your expertise in professional body piercing.
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.
SOME OF OUR STUDENTS
HOW TO GET STARTED WITH THE ONLINE PIERCING COURSE
Our online piercing course is designed to be flexible, easy to start, and risk-free. You have two payment options:
- Select Your Payment Option: Choose between Pay As You Go or Full Course. After selection, click Add to Basket.
- Optional Equipment: After adding your course to the basket, you’ll have the choice to include our optional equipment kit. Note: Equipment is only needed from Part 4 of the Pay As You Go course. You may order it later or use your own.
- Proceed to Checkout: Complete the online checkout form. We recommend selecting Direct Deposit (EFT) as the payment method.
- No Immediate Payment Required: You will receive an automated PDF invoice with our company and banking information. No upfront payment is required to place your order.
- Deposit to Get Started: - If you selected Pay As You Go, just pay for Part 1 to get immediate access to your training. - If you selected the Full Course, you can pay a R5,000 deposit to unlock the first 40% of your online theory training.
- Continue Your Training: - Pay As You Go: Purchase additional parts as you progress. You can order the equipment later when you reach Part 4. - Full Course: Once the balance is paid, you’ll unlock access to the online practical training and receive your certificates upon completion.
We’ve made this process simple and safe. You only pay for what you need, when you need it, with no risk or hidden commitments.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions, we are more than happy to chat with you! Drop us a message on Message Skinart, 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.
Piercing Articles
See all Piercing ArticlesCourse access and lifetime support
You may take as long as you need to complete your course. Course access locks once the course is complete and the certificate has been issued. You receive lifetime support from the Skinart team.
Course refunds
You may request a course refund within 30 days of purchase. If you have done more than one lesson, you are not eligible for a refund under this policy. Logging in, accessing the course, or doing only one lesson does not by itself make you ineligible. This policy does not affect your applicable statutory rights.
Pay As You Go
Pay As You Go is flexible: pay for each next part only when you are ready. There is no obligation to purchase subsequent parts, and choosing Part 1 does not commit you to later payments. Part 1 is not the full course and does not by itself qualify you for the full-course certificate.
Equipment
Equipment is supplied only in South Africa and New Zealand. Check your selected offer: an equipment kit is not automatically included with every course.
Lucia De la Cruz (verified owner) –
No regrets.
Mika Theodorakis (verified owner) –
I didn’t realize how much I didn’t know until I took this course.
Mpho Dubois (verified owner) –
Loved every moment!
Sipho Tshabalala (verified owner) –
Best investment I’ve made in myself.
Katerina Santos (verified owner) –
This training opened so many doors for me!
Benedicto Aguilar (verified owner) –
I went from total beginner to confident piercer.
Katerina Moyo (verified owner) –
Brilliant!
Tamar Two Rivers (verified owner) –
My skills improved so much!
Mateo Dimitriadis (verified owner) –
Best instructor ever!
Layla Walker (verified owner) –
Amihan Müller (verified owner) –
My dream of becoming a body piercer is now a reality!
Leon Weiss (verified owner) –
Best decision ever!
Jose Choi (verified owner) –
This course made learning body piercing so easy!
Ari Dimitriadis (verified owner) –
Neha Ivanov (verified owner) –
This training changed my life.
Sophia Hansen (verified owner) –
Amihan Patel (verified owner) –
Such an eye-opening experience.
Dalisay Horowitz (verified owner) –
I couldn’t be happier!
Kwame Tallchief (verified owner) –
Amazing experience!
Andres Eriksson (verified owner) –
I struggled with placement before, but now I feel so much better.
Nikolai Ramos (verified owner) –
I never thought I’d be this confident with piercing clients.
Miriam Harris (verified owner) –
Absolutely loved every second.
Hao Nkosi (verified owner) –
The examples were super helpful.
Eleni Hansen (verified owner) –
His passion for piercing is inspiring!
Hao Fayad (verified owner) –
Why didn’t I do this sooner?
Tala Navarro (verified owner) –
Everything finally makes sense now!
Fatima Lewis (verified owner) –
I now know how to talk to clients professionally.
Priya Fayad (verified owner) –
I understand the risks of piercing guns now.
Neha Choi (verified owner) –
This gave me a serious confidence boost!
Seojun Dubois (verified owner) –
My work is so much more professional now.
Levi Fayad (verified owner) –
I finally learned how to properly mark placements!
Aiyana Moyo (verified owner) –
I’ll never pierce the same way again!
Zara Papanikolaou (verified owner) –
Gary is an amazing instructor.
Rahul Christodoulou (verified owner) –
Learning about needle techniques was super useful.
Mei De la Cruz (verified owner) –
Best decision ever.
Deepak Whitefeather (verified owner) –
The explanations were simple but so effective.
Matteo Smith (verified owner) –
Really enjoyed this!
Hiroshi Nassar (verified owner) –
Piercing doesn’t seem intimidating anymore!
Miriam Taylor (verified owner) –
Broke everything down step by step.
Amahle Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Christos Nassar (verified owner) –
This will help me get more clients!
Ingrid Clark (verified owner) –
Already planning my first big piercing event!
Hilda Katsaros (verified owner) –
I finally know how to avoid rejection and migration!
Fernando Yamamoto (verified owner) –
Mpho Tshabalala (verified owner) –
Best decision I ever made!
Nikolai Dubois (verified owner) –
A must-have for anyone in this industry.
Diego Ioannidis (verified owner) –
Already booked my first paid client!
Elena Christodoulou (verified owner) –
I had no idea how important angles were until this course.
Sipho Volkov (verified owner) –
The videos were crystal clear!
Xiao Luna (verified owner) –
Everything made so much sense!