How does one become a piercer?
There are several contributing factors to a well-rounded piercing education. The three most important factors are: apprenticeship, classes and the Association of Professional Piercers (APP) annual conference. The first thing you want to do is acquire an apprenticeship with a professional piercer. It would be wise to choose a piercer who is a member of the APP, to ensure they are following industry standards. Most studios promote from within, so you would probably have to work the counter first. That studio may send you to classes if they use that as part of their apprenticeship. These classes by themselves do not make you a professional piercer. They are to be taken only as a supplement to an apprenticeship. And finally, all piercers who want to stay current with the industry attend the APP annual conference. This is where you hear about the latest in aseptic technique, studio management, client care, anatomy relating to the piercing industry, you can take the required CPR, First Aid,
