Guides
Piercing career guides
Straight answers on learning to pierce in the UK, from your first course to working in a studio.
How to Become a Body Piercer in the UK
There is no national piercing exam in the UK, but there is a clear route in. Here it is, from your first course to studio work.
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What to Expect on a Piercing Course
Nervous about your first piercing course? Here is how it runs, from theory and a test to your first supervised piercing on a live model.
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2-Day or 4-Day Piercing Course: Which Suits You?
Both courses teach the same piercings. The difference is pace, practice time and infection control training. Here is how to choose.
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Piercing Hygiene and Infection Control: The Basics
Hygiene is the first thing a studio, a council and a client will judge you on. Here is a plain introduction to what it involves.
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Piercing Licences in the UK Explained
Piercing is licensed by local councils, and the rules change depending on where you work. Here is a general overview, and why you should always ask your council.
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Piercing Apprenticeship or Course: Which Route Is Right?
Apprenticeships and courses each have a place. Here is how they compare, and why many new piercers start with a course and go on to studio work.
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