11035NAT Specialist Body Piercing - Nationally Accredited

This course combines three nationally accredited units:

• HLTINF005 Maintain Infection Control Standards
• NAT11035001 Advise on specialist body piercings
• NAT11035002 Provide specialist body piercings
  

This course provides the skills and knowledge for individuals to work in body piercing and tattoo studios, clinics, parlours, salons, and shops. It is designed to train students to safely offer body piercing in a professional clinic and have a thorough knowledge of sterilisation and cross-contamination issues. The course covers skills and knowledge to consult with and advise clients on jewellery and piercing sites, risk factors and self-care. Students practice in a clinical environment to use body piercing equipment and provide a range of body piercings. There is a strong focus on maintaining infection control and understanding regulatory requirements. With this qualification you can seek employment in body piercing or set up your own practice in body piercing.

Students undertaking this course must hold a State of Attainment in HLTAID011Provide First Aid. Students need to be least 18 years old in order to have sufficient maturity to advise on and provide body piercings.

• Basic Language, literacy and numeracy skills in English
  (LLN)

• Victorian Student Number (VSN) – Victoria only:
  VSNs are issued to all students enrolled in Victorian schools and to students enrolled at a TAFE or in an accredited course with an RTO. For a copy of your VSN please contact your current school 0r call 1800 822 635.

• Unique Student Identifier (USI)

• Access to a functional pc or tablet device with internet access and Google Chrome internet browser.

• Webcam - You will need to have access to a computer that has
  an inbuilt web camera or software for an external web camera and microphone to complete online assessment tasks. Google Chrome is required when completing your online assessments. Some mobile devices can be used to record and upload
  information as well as complete the online assessments.

Unique Student Identifier (USI) – Australia wide:
A USI is a reference number made up of numbers and letters. It creates a secure online record of your nationally recognised training that you can access anytime and anywhere, and it’s yours for life.

To receive a Statement of Attainment when completing your course, you will need to give us a copy your USI number. Creating a USI is free.

To obtain this USI if you don’t already have one please follow the link below: http://www.usi.gov.au

The course covers the theory and practice associated with, but not limited to:

• 28 upper body site applications for piercing (Cannula Needle).
• Micro dermal Implanting techniques.
• Clinical Practice & Required Set-up of a Professional Clinic.
  Sterilisation Issues & Operations.
• Professional & Legal Implications.
• Client Welfare & Individualized Servicing.
• Metal Compatibility for Implantation.
• Cross Contamination Awareness & Safety Issues.
• Safety & Skill with Equipment.
  Consent, Records & Education.
• Contra-indications & Post Piercing Issues, etc.
• Piercing Names, Placements and Appropriate Jewelry.
• Health, Safety and Hygiene in the Studio including the Control of Blood Borne Viruses.

4 full days of face to face in a classroom and clinical environment, plus online theory at your own pace. Online theory remains live for 3 months post face to face training. Please see below for more information on extensions. Most students take anywhere between 1 and 3 months to complete the online component, it is recommended you start your online training straight away.

Blended both face to face training and online component.

• Research, multiple choice and or short answer assessment questions on online theory component.
• Practical demonstration of skills and knowledge.
• Attendance and participation in classroom.
• Self-Reflection Log.

We have locations all across Australia

• VICTORIA - Bentleigh East
• SOUTH AUSTRALIA - Salisbury
• NEW SOUTH WALES - Penrith
• QUEENSLAND - Varsity Lakes
• WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Midland

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You can choose to pay for your course in full or secure your place with a deposit.

Please note:

• All deposits are non-refundable.
• Any remaining course balance must be paid within 3 weeks of your initial deposit payment.

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Already have industry experience but no formal qualification? We offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) across a range of our courses. Contact our team today to find out if you're eligible and how your existing skills and experience could count towards your qualification.