Alliance of Professional Tattooists Courses

APT Courses

Three Levels of Education for Safe Tattooing:

Online BBP:

Bloodborne Pathogens

*Not Valid in Florida

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PDTT:

Prevention of Disease Transmission in Tattooing

Free Monthly Webinars for APT Members

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Professional Business League to the Tattoo Trade

Since 1992

Our Mission

The Alliance of Professional Tattooists, Inc. promotes advances in tattooing health and safety, and dissemination of that information to professional tattooists, along with preserving tattoo history from which future tattoo generations may learn.

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Membership levels for all!

Professional Body Artist

$150/yr

^{Open to those whose occupation is full-time Professional Tattooist, with three (3) years minimum experience in an established location.}

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Cosmetic Tattoo Artist

$150/yr

Open to artists with fewer than three (3) years of professional experience or those currently apprenticing with a professional artist.

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Corporate Sponsor

$200/yr

Corporate Membership is for manufacturers / organizations that seek to promote the name and mission of the Alliance of Professional Tattooists, Inc. Tattoo studios do not qualify for this membership level.

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Associate Tattoo Artist

$100/yr

Open to artists with fewer than three (3) years of professional experience or those currently apprenticing with a professional artist.

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Associate Non-Artist

$75/yr

Open to people closely associated with the business of tattooing, but not as a professional tattooist, (example: front office personnel, non-tattooing shop owners, piercers, tattoo enthusiasts, health department officials).

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Members of the APT are kept up to date on all legislation changes and trade events!

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About Us

Our organization is driven by dedicated volunteers, passionate tattooists, and tattoo enthusiasts who tirelessly devote their time and energy to advancing the tattoo trade. Formed to provide sensible solutions and positive change, we have grown through the resilience and support of our incredible community. With hands-on experience and a commitment to making a lasting impact, we continue to shape the future of tattooing through education, advocacy, and dedication.

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