NIGP-CPP EXAM SPECIFICS
Modular exam
The NIGP-CPP is a two-part, modular exam - Module A & B. The modular format gives candidates flexibility to take both exam modules in a single sitting or to take each module one at a time within the same or separate testing windows. Additionally, candidates can choose which module exam to take first. Finally, test results are scored independently for each module. For example. a candidate who passes Module A but is not successful in Module B will only need to retake and pay exam fees for the Module B exam during the two-year application period.
Exam day specifics
Each module exam consists of 80 questions that need to be completed within two hours. Both exam modules are administered at third-party, designated testing centers throughout North America. Exam modules are offered four times each year during the months of February, May, August, and November.
Test retakes
Candidates who do not achieve a passing score may apply to retest during a later testing period by remitting the testing fee. Each candidate has three opportunities to pass each module during the two-year application period.
Exam Format & Delivery
Flexibility to take both modules or just one module in a single sitting
Pass score for each module is independent
Each module is 80 multiple-choice questions
PATHWAY F CANDIDATES
IMPORTANT NOTE: Beginning with August 2024 testing all candidates – regardless of eligibility pathway or application approval date – must successfully complete both Module A and Module B to earn the NIGP-CPP certification.
- All candidates will be required to pass both Exam Module A and Exam Module B after May 31. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE GRANTED.
IF YOU ARE REGISTERED FOR MAY 2024 TESTING, APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING IS CRITICAL! SCHEDULE YOUR MAY TESTING APPOINTMENT ON OR BEFORE MAY 24.
- If an issue arises and you cannot test – regardless of the reason – the testing window cannot be extended, and you will be required to pass both Module A and Module B after May 31, 2024.