CPCP Approved Accreditations

The professional credentials CPCP recognizes for the Accredited PRO designation.

CPCP doesn’t grant certifications. We recognize credentials from established certifying bodies and training programs across North America. To earn Accredited PRO status, a member must hold at least one active, current accreditation from the list below, in addition to meeting Verified PRO requirements and completing six CPCP CEUs per year.

Dog Training & Behaviour

CCPDT
IAABC
KPA
PPG
Good Dog Academy
Toronto Humane Society
PACCC
CAPDT-affiliated schools

Grooming

Canadian Professional Pet Stylists(CPPS)
IPG (CPG, CMG, ICMG)
NDGAA
National Groomer Association of Canada
Northern College — Animal Grooming
JKL Grooming
QC Pet Studies — Dog Grooming Certificate

Pet Sitting & Dog Walking

PSI CPPS
PPCA CPS-DW
Canine Foundations Professional Dog Walker
PACCC
QC Pet Studies — Dog Daycare/Care Certificate

Boarding, Daycare & Kennel

PACCC
Canine Foundations
QC Pet Studies — Dog Daycare/Care Certificate

Hold a credential not listed here?

New and emerging credentials are reviewed quarterly by the CPCP Standards Committee. If you hold a professional accreditation you’d like us to consider adding, submit it via our Accreditation Review form.

First Aid and Fear Free certifications do not count toward the Accredited PRO accreditation requirement — they are cross-tier universal recognitions with their own dedicated badges. Learn more about First Aid Ready and Fear Free Ready.”