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VEAN TATTOO
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Birmingham
B1 1LT, 9-10 Suffolk Street Queensway
Opening date: Nov. 1, 2023
Mon-Sun 10:00 – 19:00
+44 7418 350649
Advantages of Training
  • 01
    Course completion certificate
    Receive a VEAN course completion certificate after successful completion and assessment.
  • 02
    Certificate Authenticity
    The possibility to verify the authenticity of the certificate ensures trust in your qualifications.
  • 03
    Certificate Supplement
    The opportunity to receive a certificate supplement that outlines the program, hours, and course details.
  • 04
    Professional growth
    Opportunity to work in the best studios in the United Kingdom and Europe.
  • 05
    Full offline format
    Practical training is essential, which is why our classes are conducted exclusively offline under the supervision of an experienced mentor.
  • 06
    National Curriculum and Training Materials
    The required piercing placements, session numbers and minimum model numbers are the same across VEAN studios in England. Training materials support the theory and practical work included in each course.
  • 07
    Individual Approach
    The artist provides an individual approach to each student, significantly improving the efficiency of learning.
  • 08
    Testing After Theory Completion
    To confirm the mastery of the material and readiness for practical work.
  • 09
    Discounts for Our Students
    Up to 10% off products in the store and 50% off the first month of workspace rental in our studio.
  • 10
    Personal Account
    A personal account with access to tests and course materials – offering constant access to learning resources and knowledge assessment.
Choose the right master class
7 classes: 2 lessons of fundamental theory and 5 lessons of intensive practice. Basic 7 sessions £900
* The price may vary depending on the city selected.
  • Learning 8 basic piercing types (earlobes, helix, tragus, conch, nostril, septum, labret, navel).
  • Comprehensive breakdown of equipment, jewellery materials, and strict sterilisation standards.
  • In-depth study of anatomy, contraindications, and correct marking for each piercing.
  • Preliminary practice of all piercing types on dummies to steady your hand.
  • Consultations, checking restrictions, and jewellery selection.
  • 4 full practical sessions performing real piercings on live models.
  • A minimum of 8 models provided for each student.
  • Step-by-step supervision by the instructor at all stages with detailed error analysis.
  • Final graduation work: independent execution of complex procedures (labret, navel) for the final assessment.
  • PROS:
  • Maximum focus on practice: 5 out of 7 classes are dedicated to hands-on training.
  • Mastering the most highly demanded piercings for a successful career start.
  • Smooth transition to models: practising on dummies completely eliminates the fear of working on real skin.
  • Strict emphasis on medical safety, asepsis, and the prevention of complications.
  • Building a confident starter portfolio based on working with a minimum of 8 clients
10 classes: an extended programme focusing on complex anatomy and unconventional areas. Standard 10 sessions £1500
* The price may vary depending on the city selected.
  • Mastering 14 piercing types, including industrial, smiley, forward helix, and tongue piercings.
  • Detailed breakdown of facial tissues, the oral cavity, and complex ear cartilage.
  • Proper assessment of anatomy
  • Practising on dummies before every new piercing type to ensure maximum safety.
  • In-depth understanding of risks: the impact of jewellery on teeth, gums, and surrounding tissues.
  • Intensive practical sessions working on live models in every class.
  • Guaranteed practice volume: honing your skills on a minimum of 12 real clients.
  • Step-by-step instructor supervision with detailed result analysis and aftercare guidance.
  • Final exam: independent execution of a complex piercing (navel) for the final artist assessment.
  • PROS:
  • Extended curriculum designed for handling the most complex and unusual piercings.
  • Massive amount of practice: working with at least 12 models to perfectly steady your hand.
  • Understanding the intricacies of working with the oral cavity (tongue, lips, smiley) and complex cartilage.
  • Building a strong and highly diverse portfolio featuring 14 different piercing types.
  • Complete readiness for safe, independent work handling any client request
13 classes: the highest level of training, mastering the most complex piercing areas. Premium 13 sessions £1900
* The price may vary depending on the city selected.
  • Studying 17 piercing types, including bridge, nipples, daith, rook, and tongue piercings.
  • Detailed assessment of anatomy for complex piercings
  • Learning the specifics of working with delicate areas: ethics, privacy, consent, and strict symmetry.
  • In-depth understanding of risks: evaluating the impact of jewellery on teeth, gums, and facial tissues.
  • Practising on dummies before every new piercing type to ensure flawless precision.
  • Client psychology: professional consultations, identifying contraindications, and jewellery selection.
  • Guaranteed practice volume: honing your skills on a minimum of 17 punctures
  • Final graduation work: independent execution of a complex piercing (Bridge) for the final assessment.
  • PROS:
  • The most comprehensive programme: covering 17 piercing types to confidently handle any client request.
  • Unprecedented amount of practice: working with at least 17 punctures for a highly confident career start.
  • Mastering exclusive and complex piercings (bridge, nipples, advanced cartilage) that increase your earning potential.
  • Expertise in working professionally with delicate areas while maintaining strict safety and privacy standards.
  • Building a powerful, premium, and highly diverse professional portfolio right during the course

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Elements of a Certificate
Note:

Many piercing studios issue their own diplomas to students, which have no official status. The VEAN certificate is a document recognized and validated in many countries worldwide, with an option to verify its authenticity. It is important to note that training takes place exclusively in person, as mastering professional piercing requires both theoretical knowledge and practical skills that can only be acquired under the supervision of experienced mentors.

  1. Security hologram
  2. Signature of the director, manager of the tattoo studio in which the student was master class
  3. Date of issue of the certificate and its individual serial number
  4. Printing a network of tattoo studios conducting courses and a photo of a student
  5. A website where you can request verification of an artist’s certificate and international certification.
  6. Seal of the Tattoo Association of Europe
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Piercing course in Birmingham city centre

Piercing requires more than learning how to perform a procedure. A piercer needs to understand the anatomy of different areas, jewellery selection, hygiene principles, preparation and aftercare, as well as how to work responsibly with each client.

Our piercing course in Birmingham is taught at VEAN TATTOO, 9-10 Suffolk Street Queensway, B1 1LT, in the city centre. The programme is suitable for people starting without previous professional piercing experience and combines essential knowledge with guided practical learning.

Students progress from understanding the basic principles of piercing to applying what they have learned during practical exercises. Different course formats are available, allowing the training to be matched to the student's starting point, goals and the depth of learning they are looking for.

Piercing jewellery display for training

Skills developed during piercing training

The course helps students understand how piercing techniques change depending on the area of the body, anatomy and jewellery choice. Training covers preparation for a procedure, positioning, working with common piercing areas and selecting an appropriate approach for different types of placements.

Students also learn how to organise the procedure step by step, handle instruments correctly and follow hygiene requirements throughout the process. Attention is given to client communication, recognising contraindications and explaining appropriate aftercare after a piercing.

Practical training allows students to apply this knowledge under guidance rather than relying only on theory. As the course progresses, they develop greater accuracy, confidence with the working process and a clearer understanding of the responsibilities involved in professional piercing.

Piercing student practising under supervision
Supervised facial piercing training session

How the piercing course moves from theory to practice

VEAN England offers one national piercing curriculum. Basic: 7 sessions - 2 theory, 1 mannequin practice and 4 live-model practice sessions; 8 placements and at least 8 live models. Standard: 10 sessions - 2 theory, 1 mannequin practice and 7 live-model practice sessions; 14 placements and at least 12 live models. Premium: 13 sessions - 2 theory, 1 mannequin practice and 10 live-model practice sessions; 17 placements and at least 17 live models. For every level, theory is followed by a separate mannequin session before student work with live models. Surface and microdermal procedures are not included.

Navel piercing with jewellery
Nose piercing with small stud
Ear piercing with multiple jewellery pieces

FAQ about piercing courses in Birmingham

  • How much do piercing courses cost in Birmingham?
    The cost depends on the selected programme, its duration and the amount of practical training included. You can compare the current options on our piercing courses page. Programme details and final conditions are confirmed before booking.

  • Where in Birmingham will I attend the piercing course?
    Training takes place at 9-10 Suffolk Street Queensway, B1 1LT, in Birmingham city centre. The schedule and attendance arrangements for your selected programme can be confirmed with the studio before enrolment.

  • Can I take a piercing course if I have no previous experience?
    Beginner-level training is intended for people who are new to professional piercing. The programme introduces the core principles step by step before students progress to practical exercises under guidance.

  • Will I learn how to choose jewellery for different piercings?
    Jewellery selection forms an important part of understanding a piercing procedure. Training can cover how placement, anatomy and the type of piercing influence the choice of suitable jewellery.

  • Does the piercing course include practice with models?
    Practical training is introduced progressively throughout the programme. Depending on the course format and stage of preparation, students may have the opportunity to work with models under supervision.

  • What should I understand about aftercare by the end of the course?
    Students are introduced to the principles of piercing aftercare and how to explain them clearly to clients. The course also covers why aftercare recommendations can differ depending on the placement and individual circumstances.
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