You can enter the ICCP at any level from High School to the Professional to Executive level. So you can “ladder up” to the next level as your career progresses. Take a look at the five levels we have for each of the certification pathways that we offer. See where your competencies lie and what position you hold now or want to hold in the future.
You can be sure that our certification signals to you and others, you are keeping current in the industry, are knowledgeable in your specific area, and are ethical in all of your business dealings.
Note: It is allowable to take ICCP certifications without any academic qualification, however there is an experience requirement in most cases to even pass the examinations because there are many work-related scenario-based questions.
Work Experience Requirement: All of the ICCP Credentials require relevant work experience (your CV can attest your experience on applying to receive the certificate). For Associate level it is 2 years or more; for Practitioner and Mastery it is 4 years or more. You can substitute up to 2 years with an Associate or any other Academic Degree for the associate level and up to 2 years for the Practitioner and Mastery Levels which require 4 years or more work experience. In the case of Data Governance, work experience is specified at 1400 hours (Practitioner/Mastery) and 900 hours (Associate).
You can be sure that our certification signals to you and others, you are keeping current in the industry, are knowledgeable in your specific area, and are ethical in all of your business dealings.
Note: It is allowable to take ICCP certifications without any academic qualification, however there is an experience requirement in most cases to even pass the examinations because there are many work-related scenario-based questions.
Work Experience Requirement: All of the ICCP Credentials require relevant work experience (your CV can attest your experience on applying to receive the certificate). For Associate level it is 2 years or more; for Practitioner and Mastery it is 4 years or more. You can substitute up to 2 years with an Associate or any other Academic Degree for the associate level and up to 2 years for the Practitioner and Mastery Levels which require 4 years or more work experience. In the case of Data Governance, work experience is specified at 1400 hours (Practitioner/Mastery) and 900 hours (Associate).
How to Certify
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1. Identify your certification
------------------------------ Look through the certifications below. Identify and decide which one and which level you are interested in pursuing. CBIP - Certified Business Intelligence Professional DGSP-Certified Data Governance and Stewardship Professional PSDGP-Certified Public Sector Data Governance Professional CBP - Certified Blockchain Professional CCP- Certified Computing Professional CDP - Certified Data Professional CDS - Certified Data Scientist Additional Certifications Check to see that you meet all of the requirements and what the exams and/or workshops you will be doing. If you have any difficulty - contact one of our advisors (email us: office2@iccp.org or call 1.800.843.8227) and we'll walk you through your options, based on your education, work experience and career goals. |
2. Apply for membership
------------------------------ Submit a. Membership application (found here), b. Your resume (found here) c. Pay your initial Candidate membership fee ($45) (Store) You will receive email notification that your membership application has been accepted. |
3. Prepare for your exams
------------------------------ Study materials: a. Online, Grouped - tutor led (12 weeks); Self Study (12 modules - found here); or ExamCram (1 day - web conference - sign up here) b. in-person - conferences/workshops or c. onsite at your company location are available to help prepare extensively or brush up (short exam cram) on the exam materials. Options are available from; Tutor-led courses, Self-study, Official examination guides, Exam cram on-site, and Exam training on-site. Purchase study materials from the Store |
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4. Pay for your Exam(s); Sign-up to take your exams
------------------------------ There are 2 ways to pay for your exam and schedule/sign-up to take the exam. 1. From the Store - pay the exam fee and proctor fee: 2. Give us a call at 1.800.843.8227 to schedule your exam for an online proctored examination. or 3. If you attend a conference or webinar - pay at the conference or online as instructed by the webinar or conference. e.g. a conference preparation and examination session To take ICCP exams on-line, candidates must have a government issued photo-ID, a computer with high-speed internet, a webcam, and audio capabilities. |
5. Maintain skills & knowledge
------------------------------ Each certificate requires continuing education hours – this helps to keep current on today’s latest industry knowledge. In addition an annual fee is collected*. *See your specific credential for more information. |
6. Grow your skills portfolio
------------------------------ Explore and access additional study materials and new examinations at a low Member cost to extend your portfolio of skills. |
