Certification is long overdue for IFPO members. A truly respected certification program must be administered and issued by an accredited educational institution.
Professional certification is important to any serious photographer.
First of all it communicates a level of interest, expertise and professional commitment that sets you apart from other photographers. Any IFPO member may qualify for certification based on the number of merits required in each category. Candidates must have earned the 49.5 merits required for the first two levels of certification plus 30 additional merits and completed assignments. Required Workshops or Courses Merits Produce 2 articles with photos to be published in Today's Photographer Magazine or a regional photographic publication. All photos are to be presented fully matted to archival specifications.