American Screen Printing Association (ASPA)

Get started in screen printing with our trusted training, certification program, and helpful expert tips. Find the tools, supplies, and knowledge you need to build a successful screen printing and t-shirt printing business.

Screen printing can be a profitable career.

Screen Printer Certification | ASPA Pro Network

Training, Certification, and Professional Listings for Screen Printers.

ASPA is the central resource for screen printing education, certification, and industry connections.
Whether you're learning the craft, running a print shop, or selling equipment and supplies, ASPA provides a way to build skills, credibility, and visibility.
Enroll your school. Get your certification program in place fast and easy.
List your print shop in our network. Promote your shop!

ASPA has certified thousands of printers.

Two Ways to Get Involved with ASPA

Get ASPA Certified

ASPA Certification Program

Gain industry-recognized certification in screen printing.

Learn essential screen printing skills
Complete standardized certification exam
Earn an ASPA Certification credential
Used in schools, vocational programs, and print shops nationwide

Get Listed in the ASPA Pro Network

ASPA Pro Network

For screen printers, suppliers, educators, and service providers

Be listed in the ASPA industry directory
Full page professional web page to promote your services
Includes ASPA Certification for your shop
Connect with new buyers and fellow printers

The ASPA Mission

Why Does ASPA Exist?

ASPA was created over 20 years ago to bring recognition, and connection to the screen printing industry.

Thousands of certified screen printers trained
Adopted by schools and print shops
A national and international network of printers and suppliers advertising their services

Who is ASPA for?

Beginners learning screen printing
Small business print shop owners
Schools, teachers, and vocational programs
Industry suppliers and manufacturers
Freelance, hobbyist, and professional screen printers

Learn How to Screen Print

Explore practical resources to improve your skills and results:

Screen printing tutorials
Design and file preparation tips
Equipment and supply guidance
Troubleshooting and production tips
Business advice and tips

Connect with the Screen Printing Industry

ASPA is more than education—it’s a growing professional ecosystem.
Whether you're building skills or building a business, ASPA helps you move forward with credibility and connection.
We've been serving screen printers for over two decades.

Resources for Screen Printers & Teachers

Certify Your Student Screen Printers

Show You're a Qualified Screen Printer.

Become ASPA Certified.

For Schools or Individuals

ASPA training and certification is used by schools, print shops and correctional institutions throughout the United States. We have certified thousands in our program for nearly two decades. Get certified today. Exam fee is $59.

Learn How to Screen Print T-Shirts.

Online Training Course. Only $125!

Printing T-Shirts is a proven way to make money. We show you how! All you need is a computer and internet access. No printing equipment is necessary. Learn in 30 days or less. Diploma in Screen Printing is included.

Teach Screen Printing the Easy Way!

ASPA Screen Printing Lesson Plans.

Do you teach (or plan to teach) screen printing? Our lesson plans make teaching screen printing so much easier than having to start a training program from scratch. Simple instructions make it easy. Plans $199.

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ASPA Institute Students Say...

Unsolicited feedback from an ASPA Certified Screen Printer...

"Being ASPA certified has helped me improve and become the production manager for the company I work for.

Very happy that I became certified and learned from doing so." Barry L. - Virginia Beach, VA

Feedback from an ASPA Institute student...

"We are a screen printing company based in India. The Diploma in Screen Printing course really helped to take my business to the next level as I was depending on others to run my business. Now I am fully equipped to control it myself. This course is an eye opener for me. It's great value for money." Dhanabal Venkatesan - 24 X 7 Digitizing.com

Find ASPA Listed Printers or Suppliers by Category or Location

Featured ASPA Listed Printer

6125 Lakeview Rd. | Suite 200 | Charlotte, NC 28269 | Tel. (704) 815-6401

Blue Ridge Screen Products

Blue Ridge Screen Products, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is not just your average screen and digital printing supplier. We pride ourselves on our ability to solve problems and help our customers improve their printing game. This approach has made Blue Ridge Screen Products one of the fastest growing screen and digital print suppliers in the country. BRSP has over 1200 DTF and Screen Print customers, enjoying same day shipping on all products.

ASPA Information Center - Lots of "How-to" Articles!

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