Certified Professional or Master Certified Professional

$3,000.00

Choose Your Credential
Certified Professional or Master Certified Professional

Two levels. Clear standards. Earned titles.

An IAPEG membership is required to apply. Continuing education is included.

Start Here: Which one fits you?

  • Certified Professional
    Best for groomers who want to prove their professional standard and build credibility.
    Ideal if you’re building consistency, safety, and industry-ready professionalism.

  • Master Certified Professional
    Best for experienced groomers who want recognition for advanced mastery and leadership-level standards.
    Ideal if you’re ready to demonstrate higher-level technique, judgment, and professional presence.

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A finance option is available.

Choose Your Credential
Certified Professional or Master Certified Professional

Two levels. Clear standards. Earned titles.

An IAPEG membership is required to apply. Continuing education is included.

Start Here: Which one fits you?

  • Certified Professional
    Best for groomers who want to prove their professional standard and build credibility.
    Ideal if you’re building consistency, safety, and industry-ready professionalism.

  • Master Certified Professional
    Best for experienced groomers who want recognition for advanced mastery and leadership-level standards.
    Ideal if you’re ready to demonstrate higher-level technique, judgment, and professional presence.

ENROLL NOW

A finance option is available.

View Syllabus Here

What You Earn

  • An IAPEG professional title you can use with confidence

  • A credential built on clear requirements (not a participation badge)

  • Stronger trust with clients, employers, and peers

  • A pathway that supports continued advancement

Certified Professional Requirements

  • Proof of formal education (diploma) or equivalent professional foundation (use your real rule)

  • Demonstrate competence in Salon Sanitation & Safety and Pet Health Safety in the Grooming Salon

  • Complete required assessments

Master Certified Professional Requirements

  • Hold Certified Professional status (if true—keep it)

  • Demonstrate mastery in advanced techniques and decision-making

  • Complete required assessments

This program is ideal for groomers who are self-motivated and comfortable with self-study. It requires you to meet weekly requirements and manage your own learning schedule.