Membership Information

Who Should Be a Member?

Membership of AICI is not just for image consultants. AICI is an organization that supports the development and success of entrepreneurs and professionals in a variety industries and job functions, including (but not limited to):

• Fashion and Fit Models
• Etiquette Experts
• Color and Wardrobe Planners
• Personal Shoppers and Organizers
• Fashion and Accessory Designers
• Retail Professionals
• Career and Lifestyle Coaches
• Stylists

Image Consultant Certification

For Image Consultants, AICI offers professional certification at three levels that allows individuals to choose the appropriate level for their business needs.

• First Level Certification (AICI, FLC)
• Certified Image Professional (AICI, CIP)
• Certified Image Master (AICI, CIM)

AICI FLC - (First Level Certification)

This is AICI’s first level certification. It identifies consultants who have passed the FLC entry level written exam that measures core knowledge of personal image consulting. Consultants are encouraged to take this test after they have completed the initial image consulting training. AICI status recognizes consultants who have made a commitment to professional development.
 

AICI CIP - (Certified Image Professional)

This is AICI’s mid-level certification. It identifies experienced, professional image consultants who own established image businesses. To earn CIP certification consultants must pass the FLC test and submit proof of education, experience and ownership of an image business. CIP status recognizes competent consultants with extensive hands on experience.
 

AICI CIM – (Certified Image Master)

This is AICI’s highest level of certification. It identifies exceptional, dedicated consultants, who have a recognized brand in the industry and demonstrate exceptional levels of competence in their own successful image businesses. To earn the CIM certification consultants must maintain CIP certification for five years and have an approved CIM Application and professional portfolio. CIM certification confirms a consultant’s status as an industry leader and respected expert.

For more information, please email Ji Hyun Bae, Co-VP of Membership at jinimage@hotmail.com