All aspiring SPMU artists welcome to the New Year! As always, Cosmetic Tattoo Clinic Manchester is committed to your ongoing education. We have even more intensive, Semi-Permanent Makeup training courses this year. In addition, Cara, founder, tutor, and Cosmetic Tattoo Specialist, explains why our professional tutorials will advance your career prospects. If this doesn’t inspire you and provide a strong foundation for 2025, continue reading our guide on “Health and Safety Protocols in SPMU Training Courses.”
Cara offers constructive advice on meeting your specific training directives. She will ensure you become qualified to perform Cosmetic Tattooing procedures safely and effectively, preparing you for licence applications.
The Importance of Health and Safety in SPMU
In the first place, there are legal requirements for health and safety in SPMU. They are the same standard as a clinical working environment such as a GP practice. These conditions are regulated in the form of a licence from your local authority. All our expert training courses for Semi-Permanent Makeup integrate health and safety education throughout their curriculum. We recommend it as part of our commitment to safe practices and to ensure our students learn key health and safety protocols.
All our SMPU training courses generally follow this structure:
- Theoretical knowledge: Courses begin with foundational knowledge covering hygiene standards, infection control practices, and understanding contraindications. This includes lessons on skin anatomy, sanitation protocols, and risk assessment techniques.
- Practical application: After theoretical instruction, students engage in hands-on training to practice on synthetic skin or mock assessment scenarios (live models under supervision). This practical component emphasises safe pigment application techniques while maintaining a sterile environment.
- Consultation skills: Training includes how to conduct thorough client consultations to assess medical history and suitability for procedures. This ensures that students can decide whether to proceed with treatments.
- Preparation for council licence regulations: Through the above 3 stages of our training courses, Cara effectively teaches the regulations involved in obtaining the necessary licence from your local authority. Her ongoing education to prepare students for SPMU has earned her an impeccable reputation.
At Cosmetic Tattoo Clinic Manchester, we believe that hands-on training is a crucial component of SPMU training programmes. Cara’s practical sessions teach students to implement proper sanitation protocols while performing procedures. This ensures both their safety and that of their future clients. To reinforce the importance of hygiene and safety standards, she includes the following issues in her classes:
- equipment sterilisation
- workstations/surface sanitation
- safe disposal of clinical waste
- personal protective equipment (PPE)
- hand hygiene
- client health assessment (medical conditions/allergies)
- skin preparation
- aftercare instructions
- emergency preparedness.
Pro Training Infection Control Certification for SPMU Students
Cara also recommends her students do the “Pro Training Infection Control Certification.” This is a specialised training programme designed to educate professionals about infection prevention and control practices. It’s particularly relevant for Semi-Permanent Makeup Artists where there is a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other infectious materials. In addition, by obtaining the certification, SPMU trainees can demonstrate their commitment to client safety. This is vital for building trust with potential clients, who may be concerned about the potential for infections during cosmetic procedures.
Many regulatory bodies and insurance companies require practitioners in the beauty industry to have up-to-date infection control training. This ensures compliance with health regulations and can protect practitioners from liabilities associated with infections that may arise from their services.
Building a Successful SPMU Career Through Health and Safety
Remember that in Semi-Permanent Makeup, health and safety are not just important but essential. As you embark on your journey to become a skilled SPMU artist, your clients will trust you with their well-being. For this reason, you must always maintain the highest standards of hygiene. By doing so, you’ll not only protect your clients but also build a reputation for excellence and professionalism in the industry.
There is also a great amount of reading material to help you become fully prepared for a career in SPMU. ‘PMU – SPMU HEALTH & SAFETY: Microblading, Ombré Brow, Microshading, Lip Blushing Tattoo, Eyeliner Tattoo’, for example, covers key highlights for health and safety in the PMU/SPMU industry. Resources like these and Cara’s specialist SPMU training will provide you with invaluable insights into best practices. They will also assist you in keeping up with the most recent news or developments
