Online Tattoo Infection Control Level 2 (VTQ) Certification

Improve Your Infection Control Skills. This course is tailored to those working in Tattoo Parlours.

CPD Certified Provider of Training Excellence Online Training Approved by Skills for Care

Tattoo Infection Control Level 2 (VTQ) at a Glance

  • 1-year nationally recognised certificate
  • 1 hour and 19 minutes of engaging video training
  • Video access for 8 months
  • Printable wall certificate
  • Certified CPD time credit conformation
  • SCORM Ready! Integrates with your LMS
  • Includes manual & other downloads
  • Free weekly video refresher
  • Evidence Based Training certificate
  • Videos include subtitles
£24.95 + VAT

Certificate Validation: To maintain your current and up-to-date status with the latest content, this course mandates annual training. Therefore, the certificate remains valid for a duration of one year before requiring renewal.

In the dynamic and creative world of the Tattoo and Body Piercing industry, your role goes beyond just artistry. Ensuring the safety and well-being of both you and your cherished clients is of utmost importance.

The handling of needles and equipment holds the potential risk of transmitting Blood Borne Pathogens, making it essential to acquire a strong foundation in proper infection control techniques. This comprehensive course not only equips you with the knowledge and skills to mitigate these risks but also provides valuable insights into staying compliant with industry standards.

By embracing these fundamental practices, you not only enhance the safety of your workspace but also cultivate trust and confidence among your clients. Building strong relationships with your clients, based on a commitment to safety and professionalism, is the key to success and longevity in this unique field.

As you embark on this educational journey, remember that your dedication to staying informed and vigilant is a testament to your dedication to both your craft and the well-being of those you serve.

  • Tattooists
  • Body Piercing 
  • Injection treatments
  • Beauty Therapy
  • Massage
  • Hairdressers 
  • Ear Piercing
  • Semi-Permanent tattooist

This course comes with 3.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 1 hour and 19 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.

The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.

  • Introduction
    • Introductory Infection Control Training
    • What are Blood Borne Pathogens?
    • Infection Control Legislation
    • The chain of infection
  • Types of Blood-Borne Diseases
    • HIV and AIDS
    • Hepatitis B Virus
    • Hepatitis C Virus
    • Skin Diseases
    • Other Viruses
  • Infection and Work Practice Controls
    • Cross Infection
    • Reducing Risk
    • Body Fluid Cleanup Procedures
    • Hazardous Disposal Procedures
    • Glove Removal and Disposal
    • Hand Hygiene
    • Exposure Incident
    • Clean Technique Tattoos
    • Safe Injection Practices
    • Testing and Counselling
  • Student Manual (V8.3) - Infection Control
  • PHE Additional Considerations of COVID-19 Poster
  • CDC Facial Hair and FFP3 Respirators
  • COVID19 - Guidance Employers and businesses
  • Catastrophic bleeding and trauma First Aid Guidance From ProTrainings
  • Clean hand techniques leaflet
  • Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
  • Essentials of health and safety at work link to HSE website
  • Find a classroom course locally
  • Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
  • First Aid and Social Distancing poster
  • Free student first aid program leaflet
  • Government Advice: Best Practice Hand Rub
  • Government Advice: Best Practice Hand Wash
  • Government Advice: Best Practice Management of Blood and Bodily Fluid Spillages
  • HSE 5 steps to Risk Assessing link to HSE website
  • HSE guide to COSHH
  • HSE report on the equivalence of N95 and FFP2 masks and other PPE in relation to COVID 19
  • Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013
  • Link to the HSE website
  • NHS Choices Web link
  • PHE Recommended PPE for Ambulance Staff Paramedics First Responders and Pharmacists Poster
  • PHE Recommended PPE for Healthcare Workers By Secondary Care Clinical Context Poster
  • PHE Recommended PPE for Primary Outpatient and Community Care By Setting Poster
  • PHE Visual Guide to PPE
  • ProTrainings Face Mask and Washing Hands leaflet
  • Regulated - COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
  • Routine Decontamination of Reusable Non-Invasive Equipment
  • Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
  • Step by Step Guide to COSHH HSE Guide - Link to HSE website
  • Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
  • Workplace Accident Book
  • Workplace Emergency Contact Sheet
  • Woundclot - haemostatic gauze for all types of bleeding

What People are Saying

“Very informative and easy to learn training course. I particularly liked how the course was broken down into small segments which made learning easier.”

- Deborah from Middlesex

“Quick and easy but also in detail. Would recommend. ”

- Lisa, Salon owner from West Midlands