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Earn It. Own It. Level Up.
If you’re ready to go beyond the basics and get certified at the highest level, this is where it starts. Whether you're aiming for Professional or Master Certified Groomer, International Certified Pet Esthetician, or Master Professional Creative Groomer, your next step is right here.
No fluff. No participation trophies. Just the credentials that set you apart.
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Upgrade Your Membership with a Business Listing
Add-On: $35/year
You’re not just a groomer—you run a business. So let’s make it known.
This upgrade puts your name on the map (literally). For just $35/year, show your clients, your team, and the entire industry that your salon operates with IAPEG-level standards.
What You Get:
Business listed on the IAPEG website under Certified Members
“IAPEG Business Member” badge added to your certificate
Social media templates & content prompts to market your salon
Promotional assets for your website, email, and signage
Advanced Members also unlock an optional feature in
“Spotlight: Salons That Set the Standard”—our hall of real-deal pros.
For salon owners, educators, and high-level professionals running the show. You don’t just groom—you run a business, train teams, and set the standard. The Industry Boss membership gives you high-level CEUs, private business coaching, and business-building tools designed to keep your salon sharp, profitable, and ahead of the competition.
For groomers mastering advanced techniques and setting industry standards. You’re past the basics. You’re here to sharpen your skills, deepen your knowledge, and prove you’re among the best. This membership is built for groomers who are dedicated to ongoing education and want to stand out in the industry as experts in their craft.
For professionals serious about continuing education and career growth. You’ve got skills, but you’re not settling for “good enough.” The Professional membership is built for groomers who are actively leveling up, refining their craft, and investing in real education—not just experience. If you’re aiming for professional certification, this is where you start.
Put your business on the map—literally. Spotlight: Salons That Set the Standard. This upgrade gives your grooming salon the recognition it deserves with official IAPEG status and ready-to-use marketing tools to boost your credibility and visibility.
For new groomers ready to start strong and get connected. You’re just getting started, but you’re here for the right reasons. The Underdog membership gives you access to the essentials—support, education, and industry connections—to help you build your foundation in grooming. Every top groomer started somewhere. This is where you start.
Career School Membership
$125/monthly
Same as Indusrty Boss- but for bad-ass academy owners who want to lead—not follow.
You’re not just teaching students how to groom. You’re shaping the future of this industry—and if you're serious about standards, education, and real outcomes, then it's time to align with a membership that matches your mission.
This membership is for school owners and program directors who are ready to raise the bar for their curriculum, gain national recognition, and (coming soon) offer certification pathways through IAPEG for qualified students.
Learn More Here and How To Apply
Certification Renewal
Stay Sharp or Start Over
Renew Annually—Because Real Pros Keep Learning
✔ 10 CEU Hours Required – 3 hours can focus on haircutting/scissoring; the rest must cover esthetician, behavior, science, sanitation, business, or other key topics.
✔ Keep First Aid & CPR Current – Must be certified through IAPEG, Pet Tech, or Red Cross.
✔ Pay the Renewal Fee – Stay active, stay certified.
Miss the Deadline? You get one month after expiration to submit your CEUs and fee. After that, you start over. No exceptions.
Not Sure If You Can Hang?
Thinking about IAPEG but not ready to commit? Join our FREE groomer community and see what we’re all about. No fluff, no gimmicks—just real talk, industry insights, and professionals who take grooming seriously.