Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) Credential
Certified Purchasing Card Professional Credential
Institute of Commercial Payments has been awarding the Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) credential since 2006 to Commercial Card and Payment professionals who have demonstrated a mastery of the body of knowledge in
the specialized field of Purchasing Cards.
Why Certify?
CPCPs earn an average 11 percent more according to our salary surveys
The competitive edge consistently improves marketability and potential for promotion
Validate your expertise to managers and peers—make yourself indispensable
Successful CPCPs have a minimum of two years of work experience, 15 points (which provide evidence of education, industry participation, professional development or continuing education) and obtain a passing score of 77 percent on the exam. Access answers to frequently asked questions, see who currently holds the designation and discover the benefits of pursuing the credential.
CPCP candidates are given three hours to complete the 150 multiple choice question assessment. Find the weighted exam content outline, take a practice quiz and access reading references and tips to create a study plan as you prepare for
your test date.
After submitting your application, you will be contacted by our exam proctor to schedule the date for your remotely proctored exam. Learn more about these details, as well as how to prepare for your test day and submit your application.
Once obtained, the CPCP credential is valid for three years. After three years, you must recertify to maintain the credential. Learn more about maintaining your credential via points or retaking the exam, as well as submitting your recertification
application.
