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At a glance

Programs: 1
Locations: 2
States served: 2

Delivery: In person (1)
Program length: 20 weeks or more (1)
Branches accepted: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Counts are computed from the DoD program listings below -- a provider with several programs can appear more than once in each count.

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Programs

The Artist Institute

Detailed listing

Delivery: In person source value: In-Person
Length: About 22 to 26 weeks source value: 151 - 180 days
Branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Summary

The Tattoo Artist Instructor SkillBridge program at The Artist Institute provides a structured, hands-on training experience designed to prepare participants for instructional roles within the tattoo and body art industry. Over a 21-week period, participants develop advanced technical tattooing skills alongside instructional methods, curriculum delivery, and student supervision techniques. Training occurs in a real-world studio and classroom environment, emphasizing safety, sterilization, regulatory compliance, and professional standards. The program aligns with workforce demand for qualified instructors capable of training the next generation of tattoo artists while maintaining industry best practices.

Eligibility

Applicants must be experienced tattoo artists with a demonstrated ability to perform professional-level work, including portfolio evidence of line work, shading, composition, and adherence to industry safety and sanitation standards.

What the work involves

The Tattoo Artist Instructor is responsible for delivering classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in tattooing techniques, equipment use, design application, and sanitation procedures. Duties include demonstrating tattoo methods, supervising student practice on synthetic and live models, evaluating student performance, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The role also involves lesson planning, maintaining instructional materials, mentoring developing artists, and supporting portfolio development. Instructors operate within a professional studio environment and are expected to model industry standards in client interaction, hygiene, and technical execution.

Locations

Ft Hood, Killeen, AK
Ft Hood, Killeen, TX

Where this provider operates

AlaskaKilleen, Ft Hood
TexasKilleen, Ft Hood

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Last checked August 23, 2026, which is older than our normal weekly refresh.

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