NLP Master Trainers

An NLP Master Trainer is someone recognised as qualified to deliver NLP Trainers Training and issue NLP Trainer certification.

This is an important distinction. An NLP Trainer may be qualified to deliver Practitioner or Master Practitioner training, but NLP Trainers Training should only be delivered by an appropriately recognised Master Trainer, or someone who has reached an equivalent recognised standard through an established NLP certification body.

Why Master Trainer status matters

NLP Trainers Training is a significant professional step. It can lead to someone becoming certified to teach and certify others in NLP.

If your Trainers Training is delivered by someone who is not appropriately recognised, your certification may not be accepted by the professional body or associations you later wish to join.

Before booking Trainers Training, check that the person delivering it has the authority to do so and that the certification will be recognised for your intended purpose.

ANLP and Master Trainer recognition

ANLP has worked with recognised NLP certification bodies to define criteria for identifying NLP Master Trainers. These criteria help protect professional standards and provide clearer guidance for people considering NLP Trainers Training.

ANLP is grateful to ABNLP, INLPTA, ITA and the Professional Guild for their help in compiling the original Master Trainer criteria.

You can read more on the Master Trainer Criteria page.

What to check before booking Trainers Training

Before committing to NLP Trainers Training, check:

• whether the trainer is recognised as an NLP Master Trainer
• which organisation recognises their Master Trainer status
• whether their training lineage is clear
• whether the Trainer certification they issue will be recognised by ANLP
• whether the training supports your future professional aims

A bona fide Master Trainer should be able to answer these questions clearly.

Find a recognised Master Trainer

ANLP has compiled a list of current Master Trainers known to them.

You can check the Master Trainers List  or use the ANLP Member Directory filters to find recognised Master Trainers. A short video guide is also available to show how to search for a bona fide NLP Trainers Training provider:

In summary

NLP Trainers Training should only be delivered by an appropriately recognised NLP Master Trainer or equivalent.

Before booking, check that the person delivering the training is authorised to do so and that the certification will support your future plans.