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Gain essential skills in the art of Tattooing with this innovative microcredential. You will gain in-demand skills in design and drawing, while perfecting your tattooing technique. All students take the same first three courses, then have the opportunity for an internship or to take a course in entrepreneurship to support growing your own tattoo business/chair. Successful completion of this Tattooing microcredential readies you to continue your education in the Fine Arts degree program and also results in a professional portfolio suitable for an apprenticeship or client work, as a tattoo shop assistant or junior artist. Note: Federal OSHA regulations require Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) training for all occupational exposures to blood. Training courses may be found at the New York Bloodborne Pathogens Training website at: https://courseforbbp.com/states/NY
This microcredential is stackableCredits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
High QualityAcademic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
StackableEach microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
In-demandMicrocredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
PortableCompletion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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