Certified Professional Geologists (CPG)
The American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) certifies professional geologists based on their competence, integrity and ethics. By means of a rigorous and thorough peer review process, the Institute investigates applicants who voluntarily apply for self-regulation through the Institute. This screening carefully evaluates their education, experience, technical competence, and ethical conduct. Applicants for CPG certification must have a bachelor’s degree or higher in the geological sciences with a minimum of 36 semester hours or 54 quarter hours of geology plus 8 years of professional geological work experience. Applicants with a master’s degree need only 7 years of experience and PhD’s need only 5 years.
