Should tattoo still be considered unprofessional?

In a world where tattoos are hard not to find on somebody, they have definitely become more common and acceptable to bosses, but still hold the negative connotation of being unprofessional. Tattoos have become the modern form of self expression and do not dictate the professionalism behind an employee.

Do professional jobs care about tattoos?

French of the University of Miami and colleagues surveyed more than 2,000 people in the United States and found that those with tattoos were no less likely to be employed than their uninked counterparts, and that average earnings were the same for both groups. The conclusion: A tattoo won’t hurt your job prospects.

Can you be denied a job because of tattoos?

There are no current laws that prohibit employers from discriminating against people with visible tattoos.

Do tattoos really last forever?

Tattoos last forever because the human body thinks it is under attack when someone draws on it. The body’s complex processes that keep our skin free from infection are the same ones that allow ink to live forever in our skin. Anything drawn onto the skin would gradually flake or get washed off.

Can an employer discriminate based on a tattoo?

Employers can’t discriminate based on race, age or gender but they can enact strict appearance policies. Much depends on the specific job you have an how your employer feels about visible tattoos. However, you can bet that getting a face or neck tattoo will make getting a job in specific professions like law enforcement or banking much tougher.

Can a tattoo prevent you from getting a healthcare job?

You may be denied a healthcare job opportunity if the employer believes your tattoo violates their internal appearance policies. Yet, a large portion of hospital personnel have ink, which indicates that appearance rules are usually flexible.

How do employers feel about visible tattoos?

Tattoos are a form of self expression and there’s no doubt that many people feel strongly about their body art. Employers can’t discriminate based on race, age or gender but they can enact strict appearance policies. Much depends on the specific job you have an how your employer feels about visible tattoos.

Why can’t police officers have tattoos?

Tattoos are usually restricted in this field because most healthcare professionals deal directly with patients. Piercings are usually ruled out due to the risk of resisting suspects being able to injure the officer. Another view is that it is unprofessional and intimidating for members of the public.