Florida – Bloodborne Pathogens & Communicable Diseases for Florida Tattoo Artists

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Bloodborne Pathogens & Communicable Diseases Training for Florida Tattoo License: 

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Florida Tattoo License Training Requirements: To achieve initial licensure or registration as a tattoo artist in Florida, applicants must complete a specialized training course focused on bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases. This training is essential to ensure that artists know how to maintain safe practices and protect themselves and their clients. Upon completing the course, individuals must pass an examination to demonstrate their understanding of the material. It’s important to note that once an artist license is obtained, there are no ongoing continuing education requirements for license renewal or the re-registration of guest artists. This streamlined process allows artists to focus on their craft without the burden of additional training mandates.

Format: 100% Online Training with Post-Test (English & Spanish). An English & Spanish Access Link is Provided With Each Purchase.

Upon completing the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the current regulations established by the Florida Legislature (effective January 1, 2012) concerning the operation of tattoo establishments in Florida, which require bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases training for tattoo artists (sections 381.00771-381.00791, Florida Statutes (F.S.)).
• Identify the medical and health issues associated with tattooing.
• Recognize contamination and contact transmission of diseases within tattoo establishments.
• List Bloodborne pathogens (such as HIV, Hepatitis B virus, and Hepatitis C virus) and selected communicable diseases (including Hepatitis A, Staphylococcus aureus infections, MRSA, Tuberculosis, Impetigo, Scabies, Ringworm, Molluscum Contagiosum, Herpes Simplex, and Herpes Zoster).
• Provide identification of diseases, descriptions of infectious agents, modes of transmission, incubation periods, periods of communicability, and prevention methods for disease transmission in tattoo establishments (as discussed in the general prevention section after the course).
• Understand the minimum operational, sanitary, and safety requirements related to the design and operation of tattoo and temporary establishments.
• Recognize Standard Precautions and available personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens and common skin infections.
• Comprehend the basics of infection control, including sterilization by autoclave and aseptic techniques utilized to prevent disease transmission in tattoo establishments.
• Identify the steps to take following an exposure incident.

Course Fee: $49.50 / Participant

Target Audience: Tattoo Artists Seeking a Tattoo Artist License in the State of Florida. 

Course Format: The training is delivered in an Online Independent Self-Study format, accompanied by a Post-Test to assess your understanding. Throughout the course, you will encounter various slides that you must engage with for a minimum duration, ensuring that you meet the Florida Department of Health’s requirement of at least 2 hours of training. It is important to note that you must complete the entire training in a single continuous session without breaks.

Course Completion Certificate: A PDF will be sent by email on the same day of completion.