Certification
Explore the Certified Professional Photographer program.
Without a doubt, my proudest moment as a professional photographer was opening the email notifying me that I had earned my CPP. I knew that PPA would provide me with the connections, the education, and connect me with the skills I needed to become the businesswoman and photographer I need to be. ...Read More
Without a doubt, my proudest moment as a professional photographer was opening the email notifying me that I had earned my CPP. The process was excruciating and caused me to grow so much as a photographer. I knew that PPA would provide me with the connections, the education, and connect me with the skills I needed to become the businesswoman and photographer I need to be.
Hide Aimee Woolverton • PPA Member Since 2010What is certification?
Every industry has its benchmark. The Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) designation is ours. No matter your specialty, the CPP is a fundamental step in mastering your craft. Whether you’re just getting started or have years of experience under your belt, you’ll come out of the certification experience with the knowledge you need to succeed as a photographer in this competitive business.
Why should you get certified?
Our CPP program empowers photographers to be knowledgeable, successful, and technically-equipped. While our members pursue certification for a variety of personal and professional reasons, we’ve uncovered a common theme: it helps you sell yourself. We’ve heard countless stories of how the CPP has given members a leg up on the competition by inspiring confidence, justifying pricing, and conveying competence. How will it impact you?
What is a CPP Liaison?
A CPP Liaison is a subject-matter expert who has committed to helping CPP candidates like you during their journey. They're someone you can reach out to when you need something clarified, some guidance or just someone to offer perspective. In short, they're there to help you succeed! Find out who the CPP Liaison is in your region.