Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 24, December 23, 2024
A. Upon successful completion of an apprenticeship program, an applicant for an original permanent cosmetic practitioner license shall provide proof of having completed a 100 hour theory training program, and practical training under direct supervision with a board approved sponsor as defined in 16.36.1.7 NMAC. Curriculum must be submitted on the form provided by the board. An approved basic fundamental curriculum shall include the following minimum requirements:
B. Practical hours must be completed for each area of practice:
(1) eyebrow technique, 20 hours;
(2) eyeliner technique, 20 hours;
(3) lip technique, 20 hours;
(4) beauty mark technique, 10 hours;
(5) tattoo lightening, 10 hours;
(6) scalp micropigmentation, 20 hours;
(7) scar camouflage, 40 hours.
C. Direct supervision for practical training in permanent cosmetics techniques must include:
D. Client records shall be maintained by the practitioner applicant to verify that the minimum requirements for the procedures were completed.
E. Introduction to permanent cosmetics: 5 hours
(1) History of tattooing as it applies to permanent cosmetics.
(2) Overview of the different types of machines and devices.
(3) State laws and regulations for permanent cosmetics practitioners.
F. Professional standards and client care: 10 hours
(3) Consent and disclosure form.
G. Office set-up: 5 hours
(1) Understanding establishment requirements and rules.
(3) Table, chair, work surface, and lighting.
H. Safety and Sanitation: 30 hours
(2) Discuss acceptable forms of sterilization.
(3) Proper use of chemical agents, antiseptics, disinfestations, and fumigants.
(4) OSHA and CDC guidelines regarding blood borne pathogens. Apprentice must have training certificates outlined in 16.36.9.12 NMAC prior to entering a training program.
(5) Hand washing stations.
(6) Hepatitis B vaccination.
(7) PPE, such as gloves and proper attire to avoid cross contamination.
(8) Proper handling of devices, needles, and pigments.
(9) Sanitary measures during procedure set-up, and clean-up.
I. Client preparation: 10 hours
(1) Preparing the clients skin.
(2) Ways of marking the skin.
(3) Anesthetics used before, during, and after procedure.
J. Color and pigment theory: 10 hours
(1) Knowledge of skin type and undertones.
(2) Pigment care such as expiration, storage, and mixing.
(3) Use of safety sheets.
K. Skin anatomy: 15 hours
(1) Understanding of skin and layers.
(2) Healing process of the skin and its care.
(3) Diseases, disorders, and conditions such as; infection, herpes simplex, shingles, moles, warts, freckles, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, and reactions.
(4) Surgically modified skin and scar tissue.
(5) Compromised skin from medical procedure, such as radiation and chemotherapy.
L. Machine/Needle theory: 10 hours
(1) Operation, maintenance, and instrument storage.
(2) Proper needle handling and disposal.
(3) Groups, numbers, and configurations.
(4) Pre-sterilized, single use.
M. Business set-up: 5 hours
(1) Basic business and social media guidelines.
(4) New Mexico laws and regulations.
N. An applicant for permanent cosmetic practitioner license shall take an exam approved by the board with a minimum passing score of seventy-five percent or higher. A candidate who does not meet this score can retest up to two times. A candidate who does not pass the written examination must wait at least seven days before retesting. Any candidate who does not meet the minimum passing score after three attempts shall be required to enroll or re-enroll in an apprentice program.
O. Out of state training must be taken from a board approved training program that is equivalent to the training required in New Mexico. A curriculum must be submitted to the board for approval prior to any training. An approved training program application must include the following requirements;
(1) application provided by the board;
(2) establishment fee as defined in 16.36.6 NMAC;
(3) training program name and contact information;
(4) sponsor application and fee for each instructor;
(5) sponsors must provide proof of practicing for a minimum of five years outlined in 16.36.9.9 NMAC and 16.36.9.15 NMAC.
(6) a curriculum as required in Section 16.36.9.12 NMAC and 16.36.9.13 NMAC to the board staff for approval;
(7) an apprentice must apply for a New Mexico apprentice license and uphold requirements within the state or other jurisdiction they receive the training;
(8) out of state training programs approved by the board must comply with the renewal requirements for establishments and sponsors.
