About ISPMU
A New York institution for professional and vocational education
ISPMU is a New York based professional education and vocational training institution. Its instructional practice began in permanent cosmetics and micropigmentation and now supports career-focused technical training, curriculum development, instructor development and workforce programs for organizations.
Our Story
Built on education, refined by practice
Established in 2013, ISPMU has developed specialized educational programs emphasizing practical training, professional competency, technical proficiency, infection control and industry standards.
Building upon its experience in vocational education, ISPMU supports broader educational initiatives through curriculum development, workforce training, institutional partnerships, instructor development and customized professional education.
Our organization brings together professional educators, experienced practitioners and educational leadership to help individuals and organizations develop industry-relevant skills.
ISPMU is an education organization first. Individual course enrollment, schedules and tuition are handled by our student training division at ISPMUNYC.com.
Our Educational Philosophy
Instruction designed around demonstrated competence
Every ISPMU program is structured so that completion means a learner can perform the work — not simply attend the class.
Hands-on learning
Instruction is built around supervised practice, demonstration and repetition rather than lecture alone.
Technical competency
Learners are assessed against defined practical standards before progressing to independent work.
Professional standards
Safety, sanitation, infection control and ethical practice are taught as core competencies, not add-ons.
Real-world application
Training is designed around the conditions practitioners actually work in, including client care and documentation.
Our History and Milestones
How the institution developed
A summary of the phases that shaped ISPMU's educational programs and institutional relationships.
Founding
ISPMU established in New York
Founded in 2013 by Mihyon D. Cha as a specialized school for permanent cosmetics and micropigmentation instruction.
Program development
Specialized curricula developed
Structured courses built around practical training, technical proficiency and documented competency standards.
Licensing & approvals
School licensing and Department of Education approval
Curriculum and facility standards developed to meet New York State licensing requirements.
Workforce participation
Vocational rehabilitation training
ACCESS-VR vendor participation supporting career-focused training for eligible participants.
International initiatives
Cross-border education and industry relationships
Educational collaboration and professional relationships connecting ISPMU with South Korean educators and manufacturers.
Our Mission
Advancing professional education
To advance professional education through accessible, innovative and industry-relevant training that supports workforce readiness, technical competency and long-term professional development.
Our Vision
A recognized partner in vocational education
To become a recognized partner in vocational education, workforce development and specialized professional training, connecting educational institutions, government organizations and industry partners through high-quality learning opportunities.
Our Commitment
Quality education and documented standards
Accessibility and inclusion in training
Professionalism and responsible practice
Institutional collaboration and improvement
Partner With ISPMU
Building Stronger Futures Through Education and Collaboration.
We welcome inquiries from educational institutions, government agencies, employers and organizations interested in professional training and workforce development.