Photography Certification Levels

Participants in our instructional opportunities often take a variety of classes according to their interest in given areas of photography.  This is not only appropriate but a great way to grow ones skills in an area of interest.  A second step though to the learning process is gaining a broader perspective on all areas of photography and in the particular skills and camera functions that are used in a given area.  In order to set some goals for students who want to broaden their knowledge and skills, we have created Certification Levels.  These certificates recognize that a student who participates in the prescribed classes has learned a variety of techniques, camera operational skills and is overall better prepared to capture all kinds of photographic subjects.

Below is a list of these Certification Levels with the specific classes that would need to be taken to meet the requirements.  When each level is completed, the student receives a Certificate of Achievement to recognize not only their accomplishment but to acknowledge a positive direction in the learning process.  In addition, each certificate will also come with a $60 learning credit for future classes, trips or individual instruction.  With approval by Brian Osborne, a student may be approved to opt out of a class because of previous experience and/or demonstration of proficiency in that area. 

Another benefit of gaining certifications is that they are a necessary element of becoming an Intern or being considered as a Team Member in our photography company, The Professional Photography Group http://www.theprophotogroup.com/.  Below are the requirements:

Level 1 – Consideration for Internship, Level 2 – Consideration for Team Member

 Level 1

·         Basic DSLR

·         Intermediate DSLR (Or DSLR Bootcamp which encompasses both Basic and Intermediate)

·         Next Level: Part 1

·         Flash Photography

·         Sports 1

·         All About Composition

Level 2

·         Next Level: Part 2

·         Studio Portraiture or Outdoor Portraiture

·         Sports 2

·         Event or Wedding Photography

·         Macro Photography

·         Nikon or Canon DSLR System In-Depth

Level 3

·         Next Level: Part 3 (formerly DSLR Bootcamp 2)

·         Thinking Like a Pro

·         Business of Photography

·         Nikon or Canon Wireless Flash

·         Portfolio Review