The world’s most-trusted certification in information privacy, now recognized for meeting the global gold standard—ANSI/ISO accreditation. Learn more.
CIPP/US, CIPM and CIPT exams will be updated August 1, 2018. Updates to CIPP/US and CIPT Exam Blueprints and Bodies of Knowledge (BoK) will be available soon. The CIPM Blueprint and BoK remain unchanged. Learn more
The Value of Certification
Advance my career? Increase my earning potential? Elevate my leadership profile?
Yes, please.
If you want to really stand out, an IAPP credential can get you there. Whether your goal is to distinguish yourself from others in your field, or to advance your skills, IAPP certification is the edge you’re looking for.
IAPP Certification Programs
CIPP
Laws and regulations
The global standard for the go-to person for privacy laws, regulations and frameworks
CIPM
Operations
The first and only privacy certification for professionals who manage day-to-day operations
CIPT
Technology
The industry benchmark for IT professionals worldwide to validate their knowledge of privacy requirements
The far-reaching impact of the Fellow of Information Privacy may be closer than you think.
Elevate your standing as a privacy pro with a FIP designation from the IAPP. Find out more now.
Earn the 4 Most Important Letters in Privacy
Train for your certification
Privacy certification is serious business—so is preparing for it. The IAPP is strongly invested in your success, so we’ve developed the following guidelines to help you ace your exams.
Test for your certification
Secure your place in the information economy. Show off your knowledge and skills by adding an IAPP credential to your title. Find out where and how you can test for your certification.
Stay certified
If you’re already certified, nice work! Submit your CPE credits to maintain your elite status.
Why Certify with the IAPP?
Skilled privacy pros are in high demand and IAPP certification is what employers want. When you earn an IAPP credential, you earn the right to be recognized as part of an elite group of knowledgeable, capable and dedicated privacy professionals.
“This is exactly what we needed in the field. I’m excited to study for this program and further advance my career.”