Astrogeologists

Certification or Licensing

There are no specialized certifications available for astrogeologists. The American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) grants the certified professional geologist (CPG) designation to general geologists who have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher in the geological sciences and have eight years of professional experience (applicants with a master’s degree need only seven years of professional experience and those with a Ph.D., five years). Candidates must also undergo peer review by three professional geologists (two of whom must be CPGs) and pay an application fee.