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VEAN TATTOO
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Bristol
G/F Left, Arclight House, 3 Unity St, BS1 5HH
Opening date: June 1, 2025
Mon-Sun 11:00 – 20:00
+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

Our services

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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 Bristol city centre

A successful piercing starts well before the procedure itself. Choosing the right placement, assessing the area and selecting suitable jewellery all require careful judgement, and these decisions are an important part of learning how professional piercing works.

Our piercing course in Bristol introduces students to this decision-making process alongside the practical side of the work. Training takes place at VEAN TATTOO, G/F Left, Arclight House, 3 Unity St, BS1 5HH.

Students learn how consultation, preparation, technique and aftercare connect throughout a piercing appointment. Rather than studying individual actions in isolation, they develop a clearer understanding of the process as a whole and why different situations may require different approaches.

Ear piercing training with instructor

Developing a professional approach to piercing

Learning piercing is not only about performing the procedure correctly. Students also need to understand how to assess each situation, communicate clearly with clients and make considered decisions rather than following the same approach every time.

Body piercing training in Bristol helps students develop these working habits alongside their practical skills. Attention is given to accuracy, responsibility and understanding when a particular placement or approach may need to be reconsidered.

The course provides a starting framework for professional development, but progress continues through regular practice, feedback and further experience. The aim is to help students leave training with a clearer understanding of both the practical work and the responsibility involved in piercing.

Piercing tools and practice models
Supervised piercing practice on training model

How practical piercing training works

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.

Piercing course materials and jewellery guide
Ear piercing practice on silicone model
Piercing anatomy lesson with training equipment

Piercing course questions from Bristol students

  • How much do piercing courses cost in Bristol?
    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 is the Bristol piercing course taught?
    Training takes place at G/F Left, Arclight House, 3 Unity St, BS1 5HH, in Bristol city centre. Course dates and attendance arrangements for this location can be confirmed before enrolment.

  • Does the course cover client consultation before a piercing?
    Yes. Students learn why consultation is important before a procedure, including discussing the chosen placement, assessing relevant factors and making sure the client understands what to expect.

  • Will I learn when a piercing placement may need to be reconsidered?
    The training introduces students to the factors that can affect whether a particular placement is appropriate. This includes anatomical differences and why the same approach may not be suitable for every client.

  • Do I need to buy piercing equipment before starting the course?
    It is better to check the requirements of the selected programme before purchasing equipment. This helps you understand which tools and materials are relevant to the training and what may be useful later for further practice.

  • What should I consider before learning to pierce professionally?
    Learning the procedure itself is only one part of becoming a piercer. It is also important to understand hygiene responsibilities, client communication, jewellery selection and the need for continued practice after completing a course.
Ear piercing technique on practice model
Supervised piercing procedure on silicone ear
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