Beauty Programs  ·  NEW 2026

Permanent Cosmetic
Tattooing

Also known as: Permanent Makeup · PMU · Cosmetic Tattooing · Microblading

Master the art of permanent cosmetic tattooing — microblading, ombre powder brows, lip blush, and eyeliner — and build a high-demand beauty career that lasts.

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Techniques

Manual & Digital PMU

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Schedule

Flexible Enrollment

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Funding

Financial Aid Available

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Credential

Certificate + Portfolio

✦ Program Showcase

See the Art in Action

Watch our Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing program in action

Program Overview

The Art & Science of Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing

AVI Career Training's Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing program — also called Permanent Makeup (PMU) — teaches the foundational and advanced skills required to work as a professional cosmetic tattoo artist. Students train hands-on in microblading, ombre powder brows, combination brows, lip blush, and eyeliner tattooing — techniques in high demand at spas, salons, and medical aesthetic clinics across Northern Virginia and beyond.

The curriculum covers skin anatomy, color theory, tool sterilization, bloodborne pathogen safety, client consultation, contraindications, and the business of permanent cosmetic tattooing — everything you need to launch your career with confidence.

✓ Financial Aid Eligible ✓ COE Accredited School ✦ Newly Approved 2026

Who This Program Is For

  • Licensed cosmetologists or estheticians looking to expand their services
  • Career changers entering the booming beauty industry
  • Entrepreneurs wanting to open a PMU studio or add services to a salon
  • Medical aesthetics professionals expanding into cosmetic tattooing

Curriculum

What You Will Learn

A comprehensive blend of theory, color science, safety protocols, and hands-on technique mastery.

Theory & Science

Foundation
Skin Anatomy & Histology
Color Theory & Pigment Chemistry
Bloodborne Pathogen Safety & OSHA
Sterilization & Infection Control
Client Consultation & Contraindications
Fitzpatrick Skin Type Assessment
Pre- & Post-Care Protocols
Business & Pricing for Cosmetic Tattoo Artists

Hands-On Techniques

Practical
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Microblading

Manual hair-stroke brow technique

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Ombre Powder Brows

Soft shaded machine technique

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Lip Blush

Watercolor tint & full lip color

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Eyeliner Tattooing

Lash enhancement & liner definition

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Combination Brows

Microblading + shading hybrid

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Microblading

Hair-stroke precision

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Powder Brows

Soft ombre shading

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Lip Blush

Natural color & definition

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Eyeliner

Lash line enhancement

Close-up results of ombre powder brows and lip blush permanent cosmetic tattooing

Scheduling

Flexible Enrollment Options

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Day Classes

Mon – Thu | 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Intensive daytime format for faster completion

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Evening Classes

Mon – Thu | 5pm – 9:30pm

Study while keeping your current job

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Rolling Admissions

Starts 1st of Each Month

No long wait — enroll and start quickly

Student practicing eyebrow mapping and design in permanent cosmetic tattooing training

After Graduation

Career Opportunities

Permanent cosmetic tattooing artists are among the fastest-growing specialists in the beauty and medical aesthetics industry.

✏️ Permanent Makeup Artist 💼 PMU Studio Owner 🏥 Medical Spa Technician 💇 Salon Suite Entrepreneur 🌹 Lip Blush Specialist 👁️ Brow Design Artist ✈️ Mobile PMU Artist 🎓 PMU Instructor

AVI Career Training graduates are prepared to work independently or within established salons, medical spas, and aesthetics clinics. The permanent cosmetic tattooing industry continues to grow rapidly — trained artists in Northern Virginia command competitive rates and build strong repeat clientele.

Licensed permanent cosmetic tattooing artist in professional beauty studio

Ready to Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing?

This Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing program is newly approved — spots are limited. Apply today to secure your place in the first class.