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Micropigmentation Online

Become a certified SMP Artist with step-by-step training, expert support and a global artist community.

Enroll Now

Learning

125+ lessons, step-by-step video training you can access anytime, anywhere

Community

Connect with a worldwide network of like-minded SMP artists

Live Support

Personalised guidance and feedback from Ana James 

Systems

Simple systems to help you launch, market and scale your SMP services

Top #1 SMP Educator

Your direct access to #1 Award Winning Educator Ana James

Ana James (AJ) is the Founder of Inkd SMP and a globally recognised SMP educator, having supported 500+ artists and clinics worldwide.

With more than 3,000 client treatments completed across the Inkd SMP team, AJ has built Inkd SMP from her beginnings as a lash and brow artist into a seven-figure SMP brand and education platform.

Today, she teaches artists the technical and business skills behind building a successful career in SMP, from creating natural, high-quality results to positioning, marketing and scaling their services.

Inside the program, you'll learn AJ's signature 3D Realism SMP technique, with direct guidance and ongoing support inside the private Inkd SMP artist community.

                  Ana James · SMP Expert 7+ years 

Top #1 SMP Educator

Your direct access to #1 Award Winning Educator Ana James

Ana James · SMP Expert 7+ years 
Ana James (AJ) is the Founder of Inkd SMP and a globally recognised SMP educator, having supported 500+ artists and clinics worldwide.

With more than 3,000 client treatments completed across the Inkd SMP team, AJ has built Inkd SMP from her beginnings as a lash and brow artist into a seven-figure SMP brand and education platform.

Today, she teaches artists the technical and business skills behind building a successful career in SMP, from creating natural, high-quality results to positioning, marketing and scaling their services.

Inside the program, you'll learn AJ's signature 3D Realism SMP technique, with direct guidance and ongoing support inside the private Inkd SMP artist community.

Ana James · SMP Expert 7+ years 

Learning

125+ lessons, step-by-step video training you can access anytime, anywhere

Community

Connect with a worldwide network of like-minded SMP artists

Live Support

Personalised guidance and feedback from Ana James 

Systems

Simple systems to help you launch, market and scale your SMP services

Before
After

Life changing Hair loss
services that create an
impact.

These hair loss transformations were done 100% with Scalp Micropigmentation Tattoo.

Before
After

Life changing Hair loss
services that create an
impact.

These hair loss transformations were done 100% with
Scalp Micropigmentation Tattoo.

 
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Skill level
All levels
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Time to complete
30 hours
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Submissions
10
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Prerequisites
none

More than just a certificate

The Inkd SMP Online Campus is a comprehensive, clinically focused scalp micropigmentation training program designed to create real results, real confidence, and real standards, not just a certificate.

Our course teaches the Inkd SMP Method, a results-driven approach refined through thousands of treatments and 7 years of international experience. You'll learn how to create natural, undetectable SMP results across a wide range of clients, skin types, hair loss patterns, and cosmetic goals.

Whether you're new to SMP or refining your existing skills, this program is structured to take you from theory to execution with clarity, precision, and professional integrity.

COURSE OUTCOMES

COURSE OUTCOMES

  Confidence to take on your first paying clients

  Confidence to take on your first paying clients

  Full understanding of skin theory & hand control 

  Full understanding of skin theory & hand control 

  Confidence designing 3D hairlines

  Ability to perform inkless & ink procedures 

  Skills to blend pigments seamlessly for realistic results

  Skills to blend pigments seamlessly for realistic results

  Knowledge of sanitation, safety, and client aftercare 

  Knowledge of sanitation, safety, and client aftercare 

  Business strategies to start booking clients immediately

  Business strategies to start booking clients immediately

   Inkd SMP Certificate on completion

  Inkd SMP Certificate of Completion

  Accredited Certification via client submissions

  Accredited Certification via client submissions

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 What’s Inside The Course?

Advanced SMP Colour Theory

Precision pigment blending for every skin tone and hair shade, including natural-looking brown undertones for flawless scalp replication.

Online Business Tools

NAPID DAC Hand Control Mastery

Advanced motor-skill training to create ultra-realistic 3D follicle impressions through guided drills and technique-driven practice.

Online Business Tools

Professional Hairline Design

Strategic hairline mapping and customization using soft and hard edge design to create natural results.

Online Business Tools

Women’s Density Design

Tailored density techniques for all hair colors, with precise mapping and sectioning to create soft, seamless fullness.

Online Business Tools

Men’s Density & Transplant Enhancement

Inkless and pigment tattoo methods that repair stretch marks and camouflage skin inconsistency.

Online Business Tools

High-Ticket Sales & Pricing Strategy

Premium pricing frameworks, consultation mastery, and professional paperwork systems.

Online Business Tools

What's Inside The Course?

Advanced SMP Color Theory

Advanced SMP Color Theory

Precision pigment blending for every skin tone and hair shade, including natural-looking brown undertones for flawless scalp replication.

NAPID DAC Hand Control Mastery

NAPID DAC Hand Control Mastery

Advanced motor-skill training to create ultra-realistic 3D follicle impressions through guided drills and technique-driven practice.

Professional Hairline Design

Professional Hairline Design

Strategic hairline mapping and customization using soft and hard edge design to create natural results.

Women's Density Design

Women's Density Design

Tailored density techniques for all hair colors, with precise mapping and sectioning to create soft, seamless fullness.

Men's Density & Transplant Enhancement

Men's Density & Transplant Enhancement

Inkless and pigment tattoo methods that repair stretch marks and camouflage skin inconsistency.

High-Ticket Sales & Pricing Strategy

High-Ticket Sales & Pricing Strategy

Premium pricing frameworks, consultation mastery, and professional paperwork systems.

100% Student
Success Rate

100% Student
Success Rate

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  1. Welcome

    6 lessons
    1. Disclaimer
    2. Welcome to the world of SMP
    3. The History of INKD SMP
    4. Course Introduction
    5. The Campus Community
    6. Printable Study Materials

  2. Introduction to Scalp Micropigmentation

    4 lessons
    1. What is Scalp Micropigmentation?
    2. The SMP Process
    3. Benefits of SMP
    4. SMP vs Regular Tattoo

  3. About SMP

    4 lessons
    1. Who Can’t Get SMP
    2. Pre-care & Aftercare
    3. Risks of SMP
    4. Removing SMP

  4. Equipment

    4 lessons
    1. Machines
    2. Needles
    3. Pigments
    4. Other Supplies

  5. Treatment Types

    11 lessons
    1. Hairline Recreation
    2. Hair Length for SMP
    3. Session Objectives
    4. Soft Shadow vs 3D Stubble
    5. Male Density Treatments
    6. Crown Camouflage
    7. Female Density
    8. Scar Camouflage
    9. Facial Micropigmentation
    10. Hair Transplants & SMP
    11. SMP Refreshes & Repairs

  6. Hair Loss

    6 lessons
    1. Reasons for Hair loss
    2. Hair Follicle Miniaturisation
    3. Norwood Scale: Male Pattern Hair loss
    4. Ludwig Scale: Female Hair loss
    5. SMP & Alopecia
    6. Other Hair loss Treatments

  7. SMP & Skin

    6 lessons
    1. Scalp Skin vs Body Skin
    2. Nervous System & Blood Flow
    3. SMP & Skin
    4. Scar Tissue
    5. Skin Conditions
    6. SMP & Sun

  8. SMP Colour Theory + Quiz

    5 lessons
    1. The Fitzpatrick Scale
    2. Colour Matching Hair: The Grey Scale
    3. Colour Theory
    4. Skin Types & Tones
    5. Quiz & Assessment 1

  9. Basic Skillset Paper Practice + Submission #1

    11 lessons
    1. We All Suck at First
    2. Zig Zag Pattern
    3. Working in Passes
    4. Sectioning The Scalp
    5. Scalp Section Application
    6. Session 2 Spacing
    7. Paper Practice: SMP Dot Pattern
    8. Blending & Feathering
    9. How to Blend
    10. Paper Practice: Feathering
    11. Practice #1 - Paper Tasks

  10. Tattoo Technique - Video Lessons

    17 lessons
    1. INKD SMP Signature 3D Realism
    2. Stretching The Skin
    3. NAPID DAC Technique Checklist
    4. Needle
    5. Needle Protrusion
    6. Unclogging Your Needle
    7. Angle
    8. Angle Lesson
    9. Pressure
    10. Ink
    11. Depth
    12. Dwell
    13. Accuracy
    14. Consistency
    15. Skin Inconsistency
    16. Zig Zag Pattern
    17. Working in Passes

  11. Pigment DROPS Dilution

    4 lessons
    1. Diluting SMP Pigment
    2. INKD SMP Dilution Method
    3. Continued - Inkd SMP Drops Method
    4. Practice: Colour Swatches

  12. Hairlines + Paper Practice + Submission #2

    5 lessons
    1. Hairline Styles
    2. Designing Hairlines
    3. Hairline Practice Tutorial
    4. Paper Practice: Hairline Dot Placement
    5. Practice #2 Hairline

  13. SMP Essentials

    5 lessons
    1. SMP Artist Mistakes
    2. Using Numbing Creams
    3. Why Does SMP Turn Blue
    4. Uneven Skin Tones
    5. Dark Skin Tones

  14. Consultations

    4 lessons
    1. FAQ
    2. Pricing
    3. The SMP Client Mindset
    4. Consultations & Assessments

  15. Client Paperwork

    2 lessons
    1. Downloadable Client Forms
    2. Explaining Client Paperwork

  16. Commencing Treatments

    3 lessons
    1. Health & Safety
    2. Setting Up Your Work Station
    3. Preparing the Client for Treatment

  17. Treatment Video Tutorials

    17 lessons
    1. Men’s Density Session 1
    2. Men’s Density Session 2
    3. Men's Density Session 2
    4. Hairline Recreation session 1 [1/3]
    5. Hairline Recreation Session 1 [2/3]
    6. Hairline Recreation Session 1 [3/3]
    7. Hairline Recreation Session 2 [1/3]
    8. Hairline Recreation Session 2 [2/3]
    9. Hairline Recreation Session 2 [3/3]
    10. Hairline Recreation Healed Result
    11. Women’s Hairline Density - Session 1 [1/3]
    12. Women’s Hairline Density - Session 1 [2/3]
    13. Women’s Hairline Density - Session 1 [3/3]
    14. Women’s Hairline Density - Session 2
    15. Hairline Refresh & Repair [1/3]
    16. Hairline Refresh & Repair [2/3]
    17. Hairline Refresh & Repair [3/3]

  18. Machine Practice + Submission #3

    4 lessons
    1. Practice Makes Perfect
    2. Machine Exercises: NAPID DAC
    3. Tutorial - Machine Practice On Tattoo Skin
    4. Practice #3 Machine Completed Scalp

  19. Client Case Studies + Quiz

    10 lessons
    1. Fitz 1 Skin Norwood 6
    2. Fitz 3 Skin Norwood 6
    3. Women’s Shaved Head
    4. Male Alopecia Universalis
    5. Grey Hair Density + Transplant
    6. Density Treatment to Shaved Head
    7. Brown Hair Density
    8. Fitz 5 Skin Norwood 5
    9. Beard Micropigmentation
    10. Quiz & Assessment 2

  20. SMP Business Startup

    8 lessons
    1. Create Your Vision
    2. Aj’s SMP Business Road Map
    3. Marketing Yourself & Social Media
    4. Getting Your First Models
    5. Booking Systems
    6. SMP Sales Process
    7. Licensing and Registration
    8. Bye For Now

TUITION

Course only

$1199

ACCREDITED WORLD WIDE

  • NO KIT
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Machine practice tasks
  • Personalised feedback on submissions
  • SMP Campus community
  • Inkd SMP Certificate
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Course + Kit

$1699

ACCREDITED WORLD WIDE

  • KIT INCLUDED
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Machine practice tasks
  • Personalised feedback on submissions
  • SMP Campus community
  • Inkd SMP Certificate
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COURSE TUITION

Course only

$1199

ACCREDITED WORLD WIDE

  • NO KIT
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Machine practice tasks
  • Personalised feedback on submissions
  • SMP Campus community
  • Inkd SMP Certificate
ENROL TODAY

Course + Kit

$1699

ACCREDITED WORLD WIDE

  • KIT INCLUDED
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Machine practice tasks
  • Personalised feedback on submissions
  • SMP Campus community
  • Inkd SMP Certificate
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