# MPE® — Micropigmentation Educators > MPE® sets the national standard for permanent makeup (PMU) and scalp micropigmentation (SMP) educator training. We publish curriculum, certify trainers, and maintain a verified directory of PMU and SMP professionals. Micropigmentation Educators (MPE®) is an education body focused on the professional training of PMU and SMP instructors. The site covers our standards, programs (PMU, SMP, Safety/BBP), trainer education pathways, a verified trainer directory, and a store for course materials and toolkits. ## Pages - [Home](/): Overview of MPE® and the national standard for PMU & SMP educator training. - [MPE® Standards](/mpe-standard): What the MPE® standard covers and why it matters. - [Get Started](/get-started): Onboarding path for new trainers and academies. - [PMU Program](/pmu): Permanent makeup educator curriculum overview. - [SMP Program](/smp): Scalp micropigmentation educator curriculum overview. - [Safety Education](/safety-education): Infection control and safety training for body art professionals. - [BBP Course](/bbp-course): 4-hour OSHA-aligned Bloodborne Pathogens & Infection Control course. - [OSHA Toolkit](/osha-toolkit): Compliance forms and templates for studios. - [Trainer Education](/trainer-education): Continuing education for verified trainers. - [Become a Trainer](/become-a-trainer): How to qualify as an MPE®-verified trainer. - [Trainer Qualifications](/trainer-qualifications): Standards and requirements for trainer verification. - [State Guidelines](/state-guidelines): State-by-state licensing and compliance guidance. - [MPE Trainers Directory](/mpe-trainers): Directory of verified MPE® trainers. - [Find a Pro](/find-a-pro): Locate a verified PMU or SMP professional. - [Directory](/directory): Full artist and trainer directory. - [Blog](/blog): Articles on curriculum, safety, compliance, and industry news. - [Store](/store): Books, bundles, and online courses. - [FAQ](/faq): Common questions about MPE® programs and certification. - [Community](/community): Professional community for MPE® trainers and students. - [Join Directory](/join-directory): Apply to be listed in the directory. - [Press](/press): Media coverage and press resources. - [Contact Us](/contact-us): Get in touch with the MPE® team. ## Optional - [Shipping Policy](/shipping-policy): Shipping rates and delivery information for store orders. - [Terms of Service](/terms-of-service): Legal terms for using MPE® services.