Etiquette Training Institute
​Etiquette Training Institute®
BASIC ETIQUETTE CERTIFICATION
Certificate Program
The Basic Etiquette Certification from The Etiquette Training Institute is a comprehensive professional credential designed for individuals who want to teach etiquette with confidence while building a profitable, purpose-driven etiquette business.
This certification uniquely blends foundational etiquette instruction with practical business training, empowering graduates to lead workshops, consult professionally, and monetize their expertise ethically and effectively.
VIRTUAL CERTIFICATION RENEWAL OVERVIEW
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March 14, 2026 - 11 am CST​
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Basic Etiquette Certification - $799
GAIN OR EXPAND YOUR ETIQUETTE CREDENTIALS
BASIC ETIQUETTE CERTIFICATION (CEP)
Become a Certified Etiquette Professional (CEP)
Turn your passion for etiquette into purpose, credibility, and income.
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Earn your Basic Etiquette Certification from The Etiquette Training Institute and gain the skills to confidently teach workshops, launch your etiquette business, and make a lasting impact in schools and communities.
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👉 Enroll in the Basic Etiquette Certification Today
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Who This Certification is for
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Aspiring etiquette consultants and trainers
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Educators, teachers, and school administrators
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Youth program directors and nonprofit leaders
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Community leaders and mentors
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Coaches, speakers, and facilitators
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Parents, caregivers, and homeschool educators
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Entrepreneurs seeking to add etiquette services to their business
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Anyone with a heart for developing confidence, character, and social skills in others
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No prior etiquette certification is required. This program is designed for both beginners and those looking to formalize and expand their expertise.
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Empower Your Etiquette Business
Certification Overview: A Preview
Self-Paced
7 Modules
Workhops On-Demand
The Etiquette Training Institute is dedicated to developing ethical, confident, and business-ready etiquette professionals. Our certification emphasizes real-world application, professional standards, and sustainable impact. Graduates leave with more than knowledge—they leave with a roadmap, a credential, and the confidence to lead.
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Earning your certification through the Etiquette Training Institute signals excellence, professionalism, and commitment to transforming lives through etiquette education.
Course Modules
The ETI certification curriculum is structured to provide a clear progression from etiquette fundamentals to business execution.
Module 1: Foundations of Etiquette
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Social, professional, and modern etiquette principles
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Communication, posture, presence, and confidence
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Respect, civility, and cultural awareness
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Module 2: Teaching Etiquette Effectively
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How to design engaging etiquette workshops
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Lesson planning and curriculum structure
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Classroom and group management strategies
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Adapting instruction for youth, teens, and adults
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Module 3: Workshop Facilitation & Program Delivery
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How to conduct in-person and virtual workshops
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Public speaking and facilitation techniques
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Click below for the full etiquette certification syllabus.
Download the Syllabus
What You’ll Gain
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Recognized Etiquette Credential
Earn a professional certificate that demonstrates your knowledge of business, image, or dining etiquette.
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Practical, Real-World Skills
Learn modern etiquette standards you can immediately apply in professional, academic, and social settings.
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Increased Confidence & Professional Presence
Communicate with poise, polish, and self-assurance in meetings, events, and formal settings.
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Industry-Aligned Instruction
Training reflects current workplace expectations and evolving social norms.
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Flexible Learning Options
Ideal for individuals, professionals, students, and organizations seeking foundational etiquette training.
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Pathway to Advanced Certification
Use this certification as a stepping stone toward ETI’s Premier Trainer and Advanced Professional designations.
REGISTRATION: Now Open
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COURSE DURATION: Approximately 24 Hours, but classes are on-demand and can be completed at your own pace. You will have two months to complete once registered.
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PREREQUISITE: No prerequisite required.
Ready to Teach. Ready to Lead. Ready to Launch.
This certification equips you with etiquette expertise and business strategy—so you don’t just know etiquette, you know how to teach it, market it, and get paid for it.
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✔ Teach professional etiquette workshops
✔ Build a credible etiquette-based business
✔ Gain a recognized certification
✔ Serve youth, families, and organizations with confidence
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👉 Secure Your Spot in the Certification Program
For Questions Contact the ETI Certification Team
info@etiquettetraininginstitue.com
Consultants in Training (CITs)
(For registered students only)
nationaloffice@etiquettetraininginstitute.com
Live Chat (24 hours a day)
Click on the comment bubble on the right and leave your questions. You will be responded to within 24 hours.
RENEW YOUR BASIC ETIQUETTE CERTIFICATION
$299
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Renew Your Certification
Stay Competitive. Stay Credentialed.Ongoing professional development sets you apart. Our individual etiquette certifications help you deepen your expertise and strengthen your professional profile.👉 Start Your Next Certification
About the Etiquette Training Institute (ETI)
ETI is a professional development organization dedicated to preparing educators, coaches, and consultants to deliver high-impact etiquette and personal development training. Through structured certifications, practical methodology, and industry-aligned standards, ETI equips professionals to build credible businesses while empowering individuals to present themselves with confidence, competence, and distinction in academic, social, and professional settings.
Gain Your Credentials and Grow: Check out our suite of certifications
If the course is full, email nationaloffice@etiquettetraininginstitue.com to be notified when a new course date is announced.
Individual Etiquette Certifications
(Ongoing Development)
Select individual etiquette certifications designed for professional growth, skill enhancement, and continuing education—no full certification required.
Keep Growing!
Dining Etiquette Certification Individual Certification for Etiquette Consultants ​Purpose: The Dining Etiquette Certification equips etiquette consultants with the advanced knowledge, professional language, and instructional confidence needed to both model and teach proper dining etiquette in formal, business, and social settings. This certification strengthens a consultant’s credibility and expands their ability to deliver dining etiquette workshops with authority and polish. ​What You’ll Learn: Formal, business, and social dining etiquette standards American and Continental dining styles Table settings, place settings, and proper utensil use Napkin etiquette, posture, and professional table presence Seating protocol, introductions, and place card etiquette Host and guest responsibilities in dining settings Dining etiquette for business meals, interviews, and client meetings How to explain and demonstrate dining etiquette to groups and clients ​Ideal For: Etiquette consultants seeking specialized certification Educators and youth program facilitators Corporate trainers and professional development coaches Hospitality and event professionals Community leaders and mentors Professionals who teach or represent organizations at formal meals Outcome: Participants earn an Individual Dining Etiquette Certification from The Etiquette Training Institute and gain the confidence, instructional clarity, and professional credibility to teach dining etiquette workshops, lead formal dining experiences, and elevate their consulting practice immediately.
Business Etiquette Certification Individual Certification for Etiquette Consultants Purpose: The Business Etiquette Certification equips etiquette consultants with the knowledge, professional standards, and confidence required to navigate, model, and teach proper conduct in corporate, professional, and organizational environments. This certification strengthens a consultant’s ability to represent themselves and their clients with credibility, polish, and professionalism. What You’ll Learn: Core principles of business and professional etiquette Workplace conduct, professionalism, and executive presence Verbal and nonverbal communication in professional settings Professional greetings, introductions, and networking etiquette Email, phone, and virtual meeting etiquette Business meeting protocol and professional interactions Interview etiquette and career-related professionalism How to teach and demonstrate business etiquette to individuals and groups Ideal For: Etiquette consultants seeking specialized certification Corporate trainers and professional development facilitators Educators and school-based program leaders Coaches, mentors, and community leaders Professionals who represent organizations in formal or business settings Outcome: Participants earn an Individual Business Etiquette Certification from The Etiquette Training Institute and gain practical skills that immediately elevate professional confidence, credibility, and executive presence—enabling them to teach business etiquette workshops and strengthen their consulting practice.
Your Next Step Starts Here
You don’t need prior certification—just the desire to teach, lead, and serve.
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This program provides the structure, tools, and support to help you confidently step into your role as a certified etiquette educator.
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👉 Start Your Certification Journey
Image Etiquette Certification Individual Certification for Etiquette Consultants Purpose: The Image Etiquette Certification equips etiquette consultants with the knowledge, tools, and professional awareness needed to model and teach personal image, presentation, and appearance standards across social, academic, and professional environments. This certification strengthens a consultant’s ability to guide clients in presenting themselves with confidence, authenticity, and appropriateness. What You’ll Learn: Principles of personal image and professional appearance Dress codes and attire standards for business, social, and formal settings Grooming, hygiene, and personal care etiquette Body language, posture, and nonverbal presence First impressions and image alignment Cultural awareness and appropriateness in personal presentation Personal branding and visual professionalism How to teach image etiquette concepts to individuals and groups Ideal For: Etiquette consultants seeking specialized certification Image consultants and personal stylists Educators and youth development leaders Corporate trainers and professional development facilitators Coaches, mentors, and community leaders Professionals who advise clients on presentation and professionalism Outcome: Participants earn an Individual Image Etiquette Certification from The Etiquette Training Institute and gain practical skills that immediately enhance personal presence, professional credibility, and client impact—enabling them to teach image etiquette workshops and expand their consulting services with confidence.