About Us
IPQB stands as the premier global certification authority in the realm of photography. It has pioneered and continually refines the internationally esteemed Certified Photography framework, a portfolio of credentials designed to cultivate, advance, and authenticate photography expertise.
The scheme is structured around:
- Syllabi created by a global network of experts
- The IPQB Glossary
- Sample exams
- The Photography Body of Knowledge (PBOK)
The Certified Photographer Foundation Level certification:
- Provides essential terminology and a comprehensive knowledge base
- Acts as a prerequisite for advanced modules within the scheme
The “Core” stream modules:
Build upon the Foundation Level certification
Are applicable across all technology, methodology, and application domains
The Certified Photography Scheme and its portfolio of certifications:
- Continuously evolve based on insights from global experts and industry leaders
- Incorporate findings from market studies and trends
- Include feedback from the IPQB Effectiveness Survey
The IPQB is committed to supporting the photography community by:
- Ensuring the highest quality of deliverables
- Adapting continuously to stay relevant
- Offering focused, in-depth learning through specialized certifications
- Providing global access to the complete portfolio
- Making resources, including syllabi, sample exams, and the glossary, readily available
- Creating a cohesive framework that integrates both current and future modules
- Aligning with relevant international standards
- Preserving the validity of existing certifications
Engagement Programs
Engaging with the broader community is inherent to the activities of IPQB. Our strong connection to academia is facilitating the development of industry recognized skills within the academic curriculum and strengthening our links to research in the field of photography.
For organizations we offer the Partner Program as a value-added service that allows partners to demonstrate their commitment to validating competence within their organization through certification, and to provide feedback which the IPQB uses to ensure that market needs are met. IPQB promotes and engages in further interactions within the photography community by supporting conferences. Listening to individuals, companies, and organizations is instrumental in being able to best serve the photography community.
IPQB, like other professional bodies including the ACM and IEEE, advocates for a code of ethics as part of our commitment to the profession.
The IPQB defines the following code of ethics:
- PUBLIC – Certified photographers shall act consistently in the public interest.
- CLIENT AND EMPLOYER – Certified photographers shall act in a manner that is in the best interests of their client and employer, consistent with the public interest.
- PRODUCT – Certified photographers shall ensure that the deliverables they provide meet the highest professional standards possible.
- JUDGMENT – Certified photographers shall maintain integrity and independence in their professional judgment.
- MANAGEMENT – Certified photographers and leaders shall subscribe to and promote an ethical approach to the management of photography projects and assignments.
- PROFESSION – Certified photographers shall advance the integrity and reputation of the profession consistent with the public interest.
- COLLEAGUES – Certified photographers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues, and promote cooperation.
- SELF – Certified photographers shall participate in lifelong learning regarding the practice of their profession and shall promote an ethical approach to the practice of the profession.
Why IPQB Certification
- High quality syllabi: All syllabi are developed and reviewed by leading photography professionals from academia and industry.
- Global recognition: Certifications are recognized globally because of the consistent application of IPQB policies and procedures by the member boards.
- Common language: The IPQB Glossary provides a common vocabulary for the profession.
- Objectivity: The assessment of photography capabilities is conducted independently by IPQB and provides objective verification of competencies.
- Encourage adherence to a Code of Ethics: All IPQB certified photographers are recommended to adhere to the Code of Ethics defined by IPQB.
- Public Availability: IPQB glossary and syllabi are made freely available on the IPQB website and on the Member Board websites in local languages.
- Openness: IPQB materials are developed on a voluntary basis and are open to contributions from anybody interested in joining IPQB working groups
- Independence: The not for profit nature of IPQB ensures that content is not constrained by particular methodologies or technologies, and is able to draw on best practices from a wide variety of sources.
- Continuous improvement: Syllabi and other documents are continuously being improved to meet the needs of business organizations around the world and to keep pace with the development of the profession.
- Professional standing: Being certified provides advantages for individuals and organizations by ensuring that photography professionals meet the high standards set by the IPQB.
IPQB is the international standard in the field of photography certification. Whether you are just getting started in a career in photography or have been in the field for a number of years, earning an IPQB certification offers significant benefits:
- An independent, internationally-recognized validation of skills that employers and clients trust
- Portable proof of ability for both current and future employment
- Career progression support through the advancement of photography skills
“Would you recommend IPQB certification to your colleagues?”
(Source: IPQB Effectiveness Survey 2020)
This result demonstrates a high level of satisfaction of photography professionals with IPQB certification.
Benefits for Employers
IPQB certification offers significant benefits to employers by supporting recruitment, retention, and development of photography professionals within the organization:
Competitive advantage by giving clients greater confidence in your business through a higher level of reliability of the applications being developed due to efficient and cost effective photography practices
Consulting companies with certified staff can offer higher-level services to customers, increasing revenues and brand value
Common language and understanding of photography throughout the organization to improve collaboration and working practices
Access to the IPQB Partner Program
Benefits for Training Providers
Educational institutions and consulting companies may become an IPQB Accredited Trainer Provider according to processes and rules defined at an international level, becoming accredited offers significant benefits:
- Reassurance and enhanced credibility with current and prospective customers
- A higher standard of training delivered through having:
- certified trainers
- content quality and syllabus coverage of training materials checked by an IPQB Member Board
- Advance notice of changes to the syllabi and IPQB Glossary
- Use of IPQB authorized logos and listing on the IPQB website
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