
Online Body Modification & Piercing Certificate Course
Cost $180 AUD.
Master the foundational safety protocols and anatomical guidelines required for modern body modification. This comprehensive 25-hour professional development course is tailored for aspiring studio assistants and body piercing enthusiasts in Australia.
You will dive deep into sterilization standards, cross-contamination prevention, jewelry metallurgy, and the legal duty of care obligations under Australian skin penetration regulations.
Learn about:
Sterilization & Infection Control: Understanding autoclave processes, skin preparation antiseptic protocols, and maintaining a sterile field to prevent cross-contamination.
Jewelry Materials & Metallurgy: A comprehensive guide to surgical stainless steel, titanium, niobium, and understanding gauge sizes and threading types for initial piercings.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed as an introductory theory framework for individuals looking to secure an apprenticeship in an Australian tattoo or piercing studio, or beauty professionals expanding their industry knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this course include a practical apprenticeship? This is a 100% online distance learning theory certificate covering the essential hygiene, legal, and procedural knowledge. Practical training must be undertaken under direct studio supervision.
What are the entry requirements? No prior experience is required. Anyone over the age of 18 (or with parental consent) can enroll.
Full Course Curriculum & Core Topics
This comprehensive program is broken down into structured learning modules covering:
Core Theory: Industry aims, goals, and foundational skills.
Technical Knowledge: Jewelry types, equipment, tools, and sterilizing procedures.
Safety & Legislation: Pre- and post-piercing care, identifying what can go wrong, and Australian law/duty of care.
COURSE DURATION
Approximately 25 hours. As a guide, certificate courses can be completed within 5-10 weeks of part time study 5 hours per week.
ASSESSMENT
Online assignments.
ENROLLMENT
Students are enrolled for 12 months, with extensions available for free.
TIMELINE
Students study & complete assignments at their own pace.
SEE ALSO
Diploma of Body Piercings  – Consists of 3 short courses.




