Become an Image Consultant

You will learn: what an image consultant does and how to do image consultations, how to develop your skills to succeed in an image consulting career, how to get hired for a job as an image consultant, and how to start your own image consulting business and get clients.

What Happens in the Image Consultant Certificate Course

The Image Consultant Certificate Course is an online learning program with suggested readings from the textbook (IAP Career College Guide to Become an Image Consultant). This course is self directed, which means you may study and complete assignments at times that are most convenient for you from the comfort of your own home.

This part-time Image Consultant Certificate Course has a recommended completion date of 6 weeks from the start of the program, however, you may choose to complete the course in as little as 2 weeks or as long as 12 weeks, depending on your schedule.

The Image Consultant Certificate Course has been created to allow you to complete it without any teaching assistance. However, if you have questions or need assistance, you can receive help from a Faculty Member throughout the 6 weeks of the course. Your Faculty Member is a valuable resource person who can provide you with personal teaching assistance to help you succeed in the course and advice to help you succeed in the career.

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Course Topics

The Image Consultant Certificate Course has been developed to meet high academic standards, ensuring that as a graduate you can display with pride the Image Consultant Certificate you will earn from the International Association of Professions Career College. If you’re interested in learning about how to become a stylist, this course also contains information about becoming a stylist – including how to become a personal stylist and how to become a fashion stylist. Topics covered in the Image Consultant Certificate Course include the following:

Introduction to Image Consulting

  • The Importance of Image
  • What Image Is
  • Image Consulting as a Profession

Areas of Expertise

  • Visual Appearance
  • Communication and Behavior
  • Corporate Image

How to Do Image Consultations

  • Preliminary Consultation
  • Client Questionnaires
  • Observing and Evaluating Your Client
  • Creating an Action Plan and Budget
  • How to Do a Total Image Consultation
  • Wardrobe Consultations
  • Communication and Etiquette
  • Corporate Consultations
  • Working with Strategic Partners

Developing Your Skills

  • Your Own Image
  • Skills You Need to Succeed
  • Ways to Learn Image Consulting Skills
  • Related Work Experience

Starting an Image Consulting Business

  • Getting Started
  • Setting Up Your Office
  • Equipment and Supplies
  • Employees and Contractors
  • Setting Your Fees
  • Getting Paid
  • Client Contracts

Getting Clients

  • Your Target Markets
  • Individuals Who Want a Change
  • Promotional Tools
  • Marketing Techniques
  • Getting Referrals from Other Businesses
  • Getting Free Publicity
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What Is Included in the Image Consultant Certificate Course

This all-inclusive Image Consultant Certificate Course package includes:

  • Registration for the Image Consultant Certificate Course
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Access to a Faculty Member to provide you with personal teaching assistance and career advice
  • (Optional) 2026 membership in the IAPO International Association of Professional Image Consultants for only US$ 2.99 per month
  • Downloadable Image Consultant Certificate personalized with your name and the seal of the International Association of Professions Career College which you may print
  • (Optional) Opportunity to order official certificates printed on fine linen paper and embossed with the gold seal of the college
  • Textbook: IAP Career College Guide to Become an Image Consultant (e-book edition)

 

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You can have all this for an incredible price. It can cost hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars to take other programs. (We found courses based on old editions of our guides with registration fees of up to $999 and more.) We are able to offer you online courses at a significantly lower cost to you because of our expertise from over 20 years of producing the leading online guides for non-traditional careers.

Our online certificate courses have previously been offered for a registration fee of $297 U.S. and include a textbook and professional membership – a total value of almost $377.

FALL SPECIAL: This all-inclusive registration package for the Image Consultant Certificate Course is priced as only US$ 149.00 for the October 12, 2026 course.

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About a Career as an Image Consultant

Imagine having an exciting high-paying job showing people and companies how to make a fabulous impression. Welcome to the world of image consulting!

“Image” is the way other people see us. It influences whether people will agree to our requests, hire us, and pay us the salary we want.

As an image consultant, you can give people advice that will help them achieve what they want – whether it is to get a new job, to make a good impression, or simply to feel good about themselves.

To help people make a better impression, you might give feedback and help them improve their overall image, specific aspects of their physical appearance (wardrobe, colors, hairstyle, etc.), or their vocal or non-verbal communication.

You might work with women who want a new look, beauty pageant contestants, lawyers and their clients, cancer survivors, television personalities, transgender individuals, spouses of executives, politicians, or singles seeking a partner.

You might also be hired by corporate clients to work with executives, or even earn up to thousands of dollars per day to present training programs.

Taking the Image Consultant course has been such a great investment. I was able to apply the information learned in the very first week. The course allowed me to build on my existing knowledge and skills and formulate a professional structure for conducting consultations and setting up my business. Additionally, my assigned staff member provided a wealth of information and inspiration. Thank you IAP!
Chelsea Barrett, Kissimmee, Florida

Why Get a Certificate?

How can you benefit with a certificate from the International Association of Professions Career College (IAP Career College)?

A certificate from the International Association of Professions Career College may give you:

  • Respect as a professional
  • A competitive advantage when marketing your services
  • A sense of achievement and confidence
  • A credential for your resume when applying for jobs
  • Assurance to clients of your professionalism
  • Evidence of your expertise
  • Higher earnings (according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Certificates: A fast track to careers)

With the International Association of Professions Career College, you can earn a certificate online more quickly and affordably than many other educational options.

Student Spotlight: A Graduate's Success Story

Celine Champagne
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

“I always wanted to increase my professional profile and become an image consultant.”

As a professional makeup artist, Celine wanted to take her career to the next level but felt limited by time and resources. Discovering the IAP Career College Image Consultant Certificate Course gave her the flexibility to grow her skills while continuing her work.

Through comprehensive training, time management strategies, and self-development insights, she gained the tools needed to build a business helping women enhance their personal image. Today, she is living her dream as a Professional Image Consultant.

“Although you’re learning at home, you are never alone. The course prepares you for success!”

Why Choose IAP Career College?

The International Association of Professions Career College (also known as IAP Career College) aims to offer the finest in affordable online certificate programs for dream careers.

The textbooks for most of our courses were developed by our parent company, the leading online publisher of career guide books on how to get started in a dream career, with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Our guides have been used as textbooks for more than a decade, and you can find them in the career centers and library collections of many famed colleges and universities – from the University of Texas to the Fashion Institute of Technology – as well as in numerous public libraries in cities from Vancouver to New York.

It can cost hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars to take other certificate programs. When we discovered online courses based on old editions of our career guides costing over US$ 1,000.00, we knew it was time to offer our own online certificate programs.

Now, the leader in online career guides for dream careers, along with a team of respected academics, have created online certificate programs through IAP Career College, allowing you to study and earn a certificate from the comfort of your own home.

Established online in 1999, the parent company of IAP Career College (known as FabJob) is an award-winning organization named “the #1 place to get published online” by Writer’s Digest. Our company and career guides have been featured in media ranging from ABC to Oprah’s newsletter and respected news sites ranging from CNN to the Wall Street Journal online.

We continue this tradition of excellence in online career education with the International Association of Professions Career College. Each of our career certificate programs has been developed to meet high academic standards, ensuring that as a graduate you can display with pride the certificate you will earn from the International Association of Professions Career College.

We invite you to learn more about the online certificate courses we offer you by visiting our Certificate Courses page. We are also happy to answer any of your questions to help you decide whether an online certificate course from the International Association of Professions Career College is right for you.

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  • What does an Image Consultant do?
    An image consultant helps individuals enhance their appearance, behavior, and communication to present themselves more effectively and confidently. This includes offering advice on wardrobe, grooming, personal style, body language, and etiquette. Some image consultants specialize in working with professionals, while others assist clients during life transitions such as career changes, public speaking events, or major life milestones.
  • What will I learn in the Image Consultant Certificate Course?
    In this course, you’ll learn how to help clients improve their image and personal brand through practical techniques in styling, color analysis, wardrobe planning, communication skills, and etiquette. You’ll also explore how to work with different personality types, offer consultations, and market your image consulting services effectively—whether you want to start your own business or add these skills to an existing role.
  • How long does the Image Consultant Certificate Course take to complete?
    The Image Consultant Certificate Course is designed to be self-paced, with a recommended completion time of 6 weeks. However, you have the flexibility to complete it in as little as 2 weeks or extend it up to 12 weeks, depending on your schedule.

    Need more time? No problem. All of IAP’s Courses include lifetime access.
  • How much can I earn as an Image Consultant?
    Image consultants typically charge hourly rates or offer package deals, with earnings varying based on experience, location, and services provided. According to industry sources, many image consultants earn between $50 and $200 per hour, with established consultants earning significantly more—especially those who work with corporate clients or specialize in high-end personal branding.
  • Can I start my own Image Consulting business after completing this course?
    Yes! This course is designed to give you the foundational knowledge and practical tools to launch your own image consulting business. You’ll learn how to find clients, structure your services, set your rates, and build a brand that reflects your expertise and style.
  • Do I need any prior experience or education to enroll in this course?
    No previous experience or education is required. This course is beginner-friendly and ideal for anyone interested in fashion, style, communication, or personal development. Whether you’re changing careers or exploring a new skillset, you’ll find the course accessible and practical.
  • Can I take the Image Consultant Certificate Course from outside of North America?
    Absolutely. IAP Career College welcomes students from across the globe. As long as you have internet access, you can enroll and complete the course from anywhere.
  • Will I receive a certificate when I finish the course?
    Yes! Upon completing the course, you will receive an Image Consultant Certificate from IAP Career College. This certificate will demonstrate your proficiency in image consulting techniques and help you stand out as you pursue your career in this field.
  • What is IAP Career College?
    The International Association of Professions Career College (IAP Career College) is a leading online career college offering online certificate courses and professional certifications for non-traditional and "dream" careers.

    Since 1999, we’ve helped over 500,000 students across six continents get started in dream careers—from life coaching to event planning to end-of-life care. Our courses are flexible, beginner-friendly, and designed for adult learners looking for practical, self-paced options.

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