License Requirements & Application:

https://www.town.billerica.ma.us/DocumentCenter/View/678/Body-Art-Worker-Permit-Application- 

  • Training for all practitioners shall be approved by the Health Department and, at a minimum, shall include the following:
    •  (a) Bloodborne pathogen training program (OSHA level) which includes infectious disease control; waste disposal; handwashing techniques; sterilization equipment operation and methods; and sanitization, disinfection and sterilization methods and techniques; 
    • (b) Current certification in First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (Community First Aid and Adult CPR) by a recognized training provider. 
  • Applicants must complete & provide documentation of a Basic Anatomy & Physiology Course.
  • Must submit documentation of a negative Tuberculosis test within the past 2 years.
  • Applicants must receive & provide documentation of the HBV (Hepatitis B Virus) Vaccination status.

Applicants must complete & provide documentation of a 1 Year Apprenticeship under a Professional Body Artist.