NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationThe National Spray Tan Professionals Association (NSTPA) certifies sunless technicians through the Sunless Master Course — an online, self-paced certification built by working spray tan professionals.The sunless industry is full of two-hour "certifications" that teach you to pull a trigger and little else. They skip skin science, skip troubleshooting, and skip the business side — the parts that decide whether you build a career or a side hustle that burns out in eighteen months.The Sunless Master Course was built as the opposite: 8 chapters, 32 lessons, covering: Skin structure, the renewal cycle, and Fitzpatrick tones Client preparation and technician readiness Formula selection — shades, undertones, and mixology Application technique, step by step Aftercare and maintenance Troubleshooting — uneven tans, orange development, and how to fix each A full chapter on running a profitable studioEach chapter unlocks only after you pass its quiz, and certification requires 80% or higher on the final exam. It's earned, not handed out for completion.Every graduate receives a unique Certification ID and a public verification page at nstpa.com/verify — so clients, salons, and employers can confirm your training in seconds instead of taking your word for it. A downloadable certificate with QR code is included, and a printed, signed certificate is available as an add-on.Enrollment is $75, one time. No subscription, no expiration, and lifetime access to revisit the material.NSTPA has certified spray tan professionals since 2012.
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Lisa C.
I learned a lot from the training
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 17, 2026
Lisa, thank you so much for sharing this — it means a lot to hear that the training gave you real, practical knowledge to build on. Wishing you every success as you put it into practice! - The NSTPA Team
Tracy M.
I loved that the course was online and could be completed when it worked for my schedule. The course provided all of the information I need to learn about spray tanning and getting my business started.
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 17, 2026
Tracy, thank you so much for sharing this! It means a lot to hear that the flexibility of the online format fit your life and that the course gave you the confidence and knowledge to start your spray tan business. Wishing you so much success as you get going, and congratulations on your certification! The NSTPA Team
Ashley P.
I wish it would have went more in depth. Overall satisfaction though.
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 17, 2026
Thank you so much for your feedback, Ashley! We're really glad to hear you had an overall positive experience with the course, and we appreciate you letting us know you'd have liked more depth in certain areas. Your input genuinely helps us keep improving the material for future students. The NSTPA Team
Louisville mobile G.
Everything in this test is exactly what you need to succeed as a spray tan artist. I took my pen and paper and took notes as I went along which was really helpful. Being certified makes huge difference in getting clientele, it truly is a must for everyone wanting to open a legitimate tanning establishment.
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 10, 2026
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! We love hearing that taking notes along the way helped the material really sink in, and you're so right — certification gives clients that extra confidence when choosing who to trust with their tan. Wishing you continued success with your mobile glow business! The NSTPA Team
Kenadi D.
I loved how clear everything was and how in depth, yet straight to the point the entire course was. it covered all kinds of topics and I overall really enjoyed it.
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 10, 2026
Thank you so much, Kenadi! We're really glad the course struck that balance between being thorough and easy to follow -- that's something we put a lot of thought into, so it means a great deal to hear it landed that way for you. Wishing you all the best as you move forward in your spray tan career! The NSTPA Team
Lilianna H.
I loved this. It was so user friendly and I love That I can Go back at anytime for a refresher.
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 9, 2026
What a wonderful thing to read, Lilianna -- thank you so much for taking the time to share this. We are really glad the course felt easy to navigate, and you are absolutely right that being able to revisit the material whenever you need a refresher is one of the most valuable parts of having lifetime access. Wishing you all the best as you build your spray tan business. The NSTPA Team
Amanda
The course had more educational content than any other course I have studied. Goes into details on skin care, conditions, and how to create tailored spray tans to make each appointment a special experience!
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 9, 2026
Thank you so much, Amanda -- this genuinely made our day to read. We put a great deal of care into making sure the curriculum goes beyond the basics, so knowing that the depth on skin care, conditions, and personalized application techniques stood out to you means everything to us. We hope the knowledge serves you and your clients incredibly well for years to come. The NSTPA Team
Elizabeth S.
Enjoyed the course and instruction. Definitely prepares me to be ready to go!
Response from NSTPA Spray Tan CertificationAug 9, 2026
Thank you so much, Elizabeth — this genuinely made our day to read! We love hearing that the course content and instruction gave you that confident, ready-to-go feeling, because that is exactly what we set out to achieve. Wishing you all the best as you launch into your spray tan career. The NSTPA Team