Certification Exam Review
Hosted By Judi Culp Pearson, CPCP Chair
The SPCP offers 2 board certification exams for the industry.
Certified Permanent Cosmetic Professional (CPCP) and the new Certified Paramedical Tattoo Professional (CPTP)
No other industry certification out there comes close to the CPCP & CPTP exam.
To apply to sit the exams you must meet eligibility requirements. If you have not already applied for the exam or would like more information, view the website for more details.
The Exam Review
The Exam Review is a live Zoom session designed to help you prepare for both exams. You'll get a clear overview of what to expect on the 100-question tests, along with valuable test-taking strategies. This session serves as an excellent "practice run," as Judi guides you through mock questions covering key topics from both exams.
Note: This review is not specific to paramedical tattooing. It covers topics that overlap in both exams, including—but not limited to—color theory, skin, and infection control.
The review will be conducted by the Certification Exam Chairperson and past SPCP President, Judith Culp Pearson, CPCP. Judi has been a member for over 30 years and was one of the first to take the CPCP exam, obtaining a high score for 2004.
The Exam Review is your opportunity to help YOU prepare to take the test. The exam review is not required, but our test takers have found it very helpful. It is not a replacement for the needed 100 hours of PMU training. Every student who has taken the review and followed our study recommendations has successfully passed the exam!!
EXAM RESOURCE LIST
The following resources have been used as reference materials for both SPCP Certification Examinations and can be very helpful for those professionals who would like to review prior taking the exam.
These publications are available through the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals and this website.
Primary Resources
Permanent Cosmetics—The Foundation of Fundamental Applications, 2nd Edition. This book is a major resource for the exam. The purchase of this book is valid for 20 Hours (CEU's) that be used towards your CPCP application or renewal. You will need your receipt of purchase to upload in application or renewal.
The Foundation of Fundamental Applications Second Ed Student Workbook. The purchase of this book is valid for 12 Hours (CEU's) that be used towards your CPCP application or renewal. You will need your receipt of purchase to upload in application or renewal.
Principles of Infection Control for the Tattoo Industry. The purchase of this book is valid for 3 Hours (CEU's) that be used towards your CPCP application or renewal. You will need your receipt of purchase to upload in application or renewal.
Areola and Nipple Repigmentation for the Permanent Cosmetic Professional - EBOOK VERSION. The purchase of this online ebook is valid for 3 Hours (CEU's) that be used towards your CPCP or CPTP application or renewal. You will need your receipt of purchase to upload in application or renewal.
The Art of Camouflage; The hidden Facts - EBOOK VERSION - The purchase of this online ebook is valid for 3 Hours (CEU's) that be used towards your CPCP or CPTP application or renewal. You will need your receipt of purchase to upload in application or renewal.
Glossary of Industry Terms - The purpose of this glossary was originally to assist those who are non-English speaking as their primary language to better understand some common terms used in the US that may not have clear translations into other languages. The glossary has since been expanded and can also serve as a study aid for candidates preparing for the CPCP examination who wish to review terminology. It is available for download from the SPCP website HERE
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard OSHA Regulations (Standards-29 CFR)
Occupational Safety & Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20210, 800-321-OSHA. http://www.osha.gov
Certification Exam Review Registration
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