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IAAPA Certification

Set Yourself Apart as a Certified Industry Professional

IAAPA certification is the gold standard validating an individual has demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities within the attractions industry.

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IAAPA has more than 500 certified professionals around the world, each demonstrating their competency, creditability, and commitment to the attractions industry by having earned an IAAPA designation. Now is the perfect time to explore the status and stature of the IAAPA global certification programs.

Benefits of IAAPA Certification

Benefits to the Individual

Certification demonstrates commitment, competence, and credibility as a professional in the attractions industry. 

  • Opens more opportunities for advancement.
  • Improves your attractions industry knowledge.
  • Builds confidence. 
  • Proves your willingness to invest in your development.

Benefits to the Organization

Organizations that support a team member’s journey to earning a certification realize many benefits.

Including: 

  • Increased team member confidence.
  • Certified team members increase public trust and demonstrate our professionalism. 
  • Increases employee engagement and productivity.
  • Employee morale increases.

Certification Details

The IAAPA Certification program offers two professional designations: IAAPA Certified Attractions Executive (ICAE) and IAAPA Certified Attractions Professional (ICAP). Successfully earning an IAAPA certification is a combination of meeting the eligibility requirements and passing the examination(s). Developed by attractions industry professionals, the examinations validate competency across multiple domains specific to the attractions industry. The first testing window opens in May 2021.

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New IAAPA Certification Programs to Launch in March

IAAPA certification can lead to...

  • Professional Advancement
    Certified attractions professionals can use the designation as a competitive advantage when it comes to applying for positions or negotiating salaries. 
  • Recognition
    As the premier industry recognition, IAAPA certification distinguishes holders as career professionals who have demonstrated a high level of experience, skill, and knowledge.
  • Peer Acceptance
    Holders of IAAPA certification are immediately recognized by peers as fellow professionals committed to the advancement of the profession and the global attractions industry.
  • Commitment
    Successful completion of the certification process conveys that the recipient is committed and goal-driven in their career.

Ready to Start?

The new IAAPA Certification program offers two professional designations: IAAPA Certified Attractions Executive (ICAE) and IAAPA Certified Attractions Professional (ICAP). The first testing window opens in May 2021. 

For more information about IAAPA Certification, contact Alissa DeMeglio, program manager, certification, at [email protected].