Tattoo Artist Requirements in Connecticut

Tattoo Licensing & Training Guide

Connecticut enforces strict tattoo licensing and hygiene regulations. Licensing Requirements Artists must complete 2,000 hours of supervised training under a licensed tattoo artist. All artists must apply for a Tattoo Technician License through the state. Completion of a bloodborne pathogens and communicable disease training course is required. Studio & Health Regulations Shops must undergo annual health inspections. Single-use needles, ink caps, and gloves are mandatory. Written aftercare instructions must be provided to every client. Age Restrictions Tattooing anyone under 18 years old is strictly prohibited, even with parental consent. For official licensing information, visit the Connecticut Department of Public Health.

Connecticut enforces strict tattoo licensing and hygiene regulations.

Licensing Requirements

• Artists must complete 2,000 hours of supervised training under a licensed tattoo artist.
• All artists must apply for a Tattoo Technician License through the state.
• Completion of a bloodborne pathogens and communicable disease training course is required.

Studio & Health Regulations

• Shops must undergo annual health inspections.
• Single-use needles, ink caps, and gloves are mandatory.
• Written aftercare instructions must be provided to every client.

Age Restrictions

• Tattooing anyone under 18 years old is strictly prohibited, even with parental consent.

For official licensing information, visit the Connecticut Department of Public Health.