BBP Certification in Los Angeles County — Online, Same-Day Certificate
Los Angeles County requires tattoo artists, body art practitioners, and permanent cosmetic artists to complete a CDPH-approved bloodborne pathogens training course before they can obtain or renew their body art practitioner permit. Elite BBP Training is a fully approved provider accepted by LA County.
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BBP Certification Requirements in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County's Department of Public Health (LACDPH) oversees body art facility permits and practitioner registrations under California Health and Safety Code Section 119300–119328. Every tattoo artist, body piercer, and permanent cosmetic artist practicing in LA County must hold a valid body art permit — and a current BBP certification is a mandatory requirement for that application.
Elite BBP Training's certificate is accepted by the LA County Department of Public Health and satisfies the bloodborne pathogens training requirement for your permit application. Our CDPH-approved course meets all state and county standards.
How to Get Your LA County Body Art Permit
- Complete your BBP training — Enroll in Elite BBP Training's 2-hour CDPH-approved online course.
- Download your certificate — Receive your certificate the same day you pass the final quiz.
- Submit your permit application — Apply to LACDPH Environmental Health with your BBP certificate, completed application, and applicable fees.
- Pass your facility inspection — An LA County health inspector will review your facility before your permit is issued.
Frequently Asked Questions: BBP Certification in Los Angeles County
Is Elite BBP Training accepted in Los Angeles County?
Yes. Elite BBP Training is approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), which means our certificate is accepted by the LA County Department of Public Health and all other California county health departments.
How long is the BBP course?
The course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. You can study at your own pace — pause and resume anytime from any device.
When do I receive my BBP certificate?
You receive your certificate immediately after passing the final quiz — the same day you enroll. There is no waiting period.
Does my LA County BBP certificate expire?
CDPH-approved BBP certifications are generally valid for 2 years. Contact LACDPH Environmental Health to confirm the renewal timeline for your specific permit type.
Can I complete the course on a mobile phone?
Yes. The course is fully mobile-friendly and works on any smartphone, tablet, or computer.
What topics does the BBP course cover?
The course covers bloodborne pathogen exposure risk and prevention, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe sharps handling and disposal, biohazardous waste procedures, post-exposure protocols, and California body art regulatory requirements — everything required by LACDPH for your practitioner permit.
How much does the course cost?
Visit our enrollment page for current pricing. Our course is competitively priced and includes unlimited access, a same-day digital certificate, and full compliance with all California county requirements.
