Etiquette Certification
Private One-on-One Training Live Online or In-Person
— Trusted By
Manners To Go™ offers two ways to become a Certified Children’s Etiquette Consultant: live online training with Lisa Richey for $2,900, or a 2-day in-person experience for $6,400. Both include the complete PreK-through-high-school curriculum and a three-year license.
Are You Ready to Get Started?
Choose live video training or a 2-day in-person experience with
Lisa Richey.
Is this etiquette certification right for you?
You have a passion for teaching manners to children.
You want the freedom of running your own business on your own schedule.
You believe good manners give young people a real advantage, and you want to be the one teaching it.
Here is how to get started.
You will be ready to teach in any setting.
Large Group Settings
Classrooms (PreK through High School)
Private Instruction
Youth Groups or Organizations
— READY-FOR-YOU PROGRAM
What’s Included in Every Manners To Go™ Certification?
Every licensee receives the same core curriculum, business materials, and ongoing support, whether you choose live video or in-person training.
What’s Included:
- Manners To Go curriculum for grade levels PreK through high school, over 1,000 pages with suggested dialogue for each module
- Illustrated handouts to create customized activity books for your students
- All training and marketing guides
- Templates for writing proposals
- Marketing guidance
- Legal forms and contract templates
- Suggested reading materials
- Directions on how to name your business
- Videos of Manners To Go classes in action
- Dining tutorials, customized recordings
- Training on all topics included
- In-person option includes lunch and coffee during training
- On-going support
- Certification of Completion, printed and logo certification asset for website
- Updates and revisions during your term as a licensee
—Investment & Enrollment Options—
One Complete Curriculum
Two Ways to Train
Live Online Training
Become a Certified Manners To Go™ Etiquette Consultant
Complete your virtual training via Zoom from the comfort of your home or anywhere with an internet connection.
- 100% Live & Interactive Training
- No Pre-Recordings
- Digital Asset Kit (Downloadable Manuals & Marketing Guides)
- Zero Travel & Lodging Costs
- Personalized Session Scheduling
$2,900 Investment
2-Day In-Person Training
Become a Certified Manners To Go™ Etiquette Consultant
Your 2-Day In-Person training is hosted in the U.S. city of your choice, focusing entirely on you and your new business.
- 1-on-1 In-Person Interactive Training
- 2 Lunch & Dining Tutorials
- Full Printed Asset Kit (Manuals & Marketing Materials)
- Choice of these cities: Available in New York City, Washington DC, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, or Miami. Other cities available upon request.
$6,400 Investment
—The Founder
Meet the Founder
Lisa Richey
For over 20 years, Lisa Richey has been the leading authority in children’s etiquette education. As the founder of Manners To Go™, she has trained and certified educators, entrepreneurs, and coaches worldwide, equipping them with the exact curriculum, business tools, and live personal coaching needed to build a successful etiquette business.
- 20+ Years of Training Etiquette Consultants Worldwide
- National Media Appearances & Press Recognition
- Direct, Personal Guidance in Every Virtual & In-Person Session
—Featured In
—Testimonials—
Real Results from
Manners To Go™ Licensees
Read how educators, coaches, and entrepreneurs turned their passion for teaching into thriving businesses. Here is what our etiquette experts have to say about their Manners To Go™ certification experience.
Betsy Rogerson,
Etiquette Consultant, Perfectly Polite
“Lisa certified me to teach children’s etiquette. Her training is thoughtful, practical, and inspiring, and it has helped me grow my business and serve my students with confidence.
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Kristen-
Modernly Mannered
Mary Bevivino
Etiquette Consultant
—As Seen In—
Lisa Richey was featured in Victoria Magazine’s Entrepreneurial Issue.
The feature focused on the importance of relationships with other women. Lisa is a big believer in human connection.
Additionally, she was interviewed about the intricacies of afternoon tea.
Do You Have Questions About Launching Your Etiquette Business?
Deciding to invest in your new etiquette business is an exciting step, and choosing the right training model matters. If you have questions about which path fits your goals, schedule, or location, Lisa is here to guide you.
Call: 610-212-1862
E-mail: info@mannerstogo.com
—FAQ—
What is the difference between Live Virtual and 2-Day In-Person training?
Both programs provide the exact same complete curriculum, licensing, and business-in-a-box marketing kit. The Live Virtual option offers 100% interactive video sessions on your schedule with digital downloads. The 2-Day In-Person option is a 1-on-1 VIP immersion hosted in the U.S. city of your choice, featuring physical bound color manuals and two hosted fine-dining tutorials.
Do I need prior teaching experience or a specific degree to enroll?
No. Our program is designed for passionate educators, coaches, career changers, and entrepreneurs. We provide the step-by-step lesson plans, script guidelines, and business strategies you need to teach children and teens with complete confidence.
What’s Included in Your Turnkey Certification Training Package
- 1,000+ Pages of Curriculum: Complete, age-appropriate lesson plans covering Pre-K through High School, including suggested dialogue, room setups, and objective checklists.
- Done-for-You Student Assets: Illustrated handouts, activity workbooks, and customizable teaching slides.
- Complete Business & Marketing Kit: Client proposal templates, contract forms, pricing guides, and brand strategy workbooks.
- Format Delivery: Delivered as instant digital downloads with the Live Virtual Training option, or as a full physical kit with bound, color-printed manuals with the 2-Day In-Person option.
Get more details on the “Live” Virtual Training Option page
Get more details on the 2-Day In-Person Training Option page
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