{"id":183,"date":"2023-11-05T15:52:43","date_gmt":"2023-11-05T15:52:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iaapchapters.org\/canada\/?page_id=183"},"modified":"2026-08-17T20:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T20:07:53","slug":"certification","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/iaapchapters.org\/canada\/certification\/","title":{"rendered":"About IAAP Professional Certification\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group iaap-colored-box iaap-colored-box-single has-black-color has-text-color has-secondary-blue-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group iaap-single-content is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each IAAP Certification program has a Content Outline and Body of Knowledge. Reviewing these materials and identifying your areas of strength and topics to research will help you plan your study program. Learn more about study tips and how to prepare on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certification-prepare\">Prepare for IAAP Certifications webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2. <strong>Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be sure you have read the IAAP information about your certification, have created your study preparation plan, have selected your exam format, and are ready to sit for the exam before you apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find exam session dates and applications on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certification-apply\">IAAP Apply page.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3. <strong>Test<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IAAP Exams are offered around the world at more than 1,000 Pearson Branded and Pearson Partner Test centers worldwide, online remote with Pearson OnVUE Remote Exams, and at hosted exam events. Learn more on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/locations-and-options\">IAAP Exam Locations &amp; Options webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4. <strong>Earn<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you receive your exam results you will be asked to opt-in or out of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certified-professional-directory\">Certified Professional Directory<\/a>. You will also receive information about how to create your Credly account to display your official <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certification-badges\">IAAP Credly Certification badge<\/a>. You will also receive a full color tagged digital certificate and letter of support regarding your certification(s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">5. <strong>Maintain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All IAAP Certifications are valid for three (3) years and can be renewed by earning Continuing Education Accessibility Credits (CAECs) through Professional Development or Sharing Your Knowledge. Each credential has its own number of required CAECs. Learn more about how to maintain and renew your IAAP Certifications on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certification-maintain\">Maintaining Certification webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IAAP Certification Options<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) credential is IAAP\u2019s foundational professional certification. Relevant domains for the CPACC credential include the web and other digital technologies, architecture and the built environment, consumer and industrial design, transportation systems, and any domain in which thoughtful design, policy, and management can improve disability access.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When to apply:<\/strong> This credential is for anyone with 1 year of experience in accessibility or a new\/changing role with some responsibility for accessibility.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out more about the CPACC Professional Certification, how to apply to be a candidate, exam price and dates, and how to maintain the certification, please visit the IAAP website:\u202f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certified-professional\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certified-professional<\/strong><\/a>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/cpacc-certification-content-outline\"><strong>CPACC Content Outline<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/resource\/IAAP_CPACC_BOK_March2020\">CPACC English Body of knowledge<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Web Accessibility Specialist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) is an IAAP Technical Professional Certification that quantifies and represents a candidate\u2019s expression of their \u201ccurrent\u201d hands-on technical digital accessibility proficiency. IAAP, led by volunteer accessibility leaders, develops, and maintains WAS to help build benchmarks of experience in the technical accessibility profession.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When to apply:<\/strong> WAS is not for beginners or individuals looking to get into web accessibility. The applicant must be actively participating in the first-person delivery of technical digital accessibility responsibilities for a minimum of three years.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out more about the WAS Professional Certification, how to apply to be a candidate, exam price and dates, and how to maintain the certification, please visit the IAAP website:\u202f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/wascertification\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/wascertification<\/strong><\/a>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/was-credential-content-outline\">WAS Content Outline<\/a>\u202f<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/resource\/WAS_Certification_FInal_2020_FINAL\">WAS English Body of knowledge<\/a><\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certified Professional in Web Accessibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The designation of IAAP Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) is earned by individuals who successfully pass both the Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) exam and the Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) exam. IAAP has chosen to award these individuals with a higher-level credential as evidence of the significant achievement of passing both exams.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out more about the CPWA Professional Certification, pre-requisites, and how to maintain the certification, please visit the IAAP website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certified-professional-web-accessibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/certified-professional-web-accessibility<\/strong><\/a>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessible Document Specialist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IAAP Accessible Document Specialist (ADS) credential is intended for accessibility professionals who can create accessible electronic documents.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When to apply:<\/strong> This credential is for anyone with 1-2 years&#8217; experience in accessible document authoring, remediation, training, policy, and advocacy of accessible document solutions.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out more about the ADS Professional Certification, how to apply to be a candidate, exam price and dates, and how to maintain the certification, please visit the IAAP website:\u202f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/accessible-document-specialist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/accessible-document-specialist<\/strong><\/a>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/s\/accessible-document-specialist-content\">ADS Content Outline<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessibilityassociation.org\/resource\/Ads_Book\">ADS Body of knowledge<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certified Professional in Accessible Built Environments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IAAP Certified Professional in Accessible Built Environments (CPABE) recognizes professionals who have acquired the knowledge and skills to implement built environment accessibility standards, codes, legislation, and apply universal design principles to environments in which we live, work and play.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The IAAP CPABE Certification was sunsetted mid-year 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More information on IAAP Professional Certifications<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Qualifying as a candidate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IAAP Professional Certifications show someone has the necessary skills and work experience to perform specific accessibility-related job tasks.\u202f\u202fEach certification is built on a list of job tasks the candidate should perform and can deliver independently.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each Certification has a Content Outline and Body of Knowledge which highlights the exam topic domains. \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each certification\u2019s Content Outline is a high-level list of these job tasks.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each certification\u2019s Body of Knowledge is a detailed list of specific job tasks and explanations and references around each job task.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You provide documentation by creating a resume that clearly explains your responsibilities that are part of the job tasks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience performing the work documented in technical certifications is required to become a Candidate for our technical certifications.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The application process is to be approved as a Certification Candidate, and not everyone will qualify.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does it cost?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Certification fees are to cover the candidate process and exam administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are not purchasing an exam.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Body of Knowledge and Content Outline are available free of charge.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is IAAP Membership required?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Membership is not required to earn an IAAP Certification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IAAP Members receive a discount on Certification costs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintaining and renewing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Certifications are valid for three years; professional education or sharing knowledge credits are required to maintain an IAAP Certification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By earning the required credits, you can renew your IAAP Certification.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Language of exams and supporting information&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The application process is in English.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All exams and support materials are in English.&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CPACC &amp; WAS and their supporting materials are translated into German.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If English is not your native language, please request aditional time on your application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where can I go if I have more questions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attend a drop-in session with our certification team the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. These sessions are held in English.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Register here: <a href=\"https:\/\/zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJUvdeGgrTMuGt3jvh90f-s46J6uvrTp4GMp#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJUvdeGgrTMuGt3jvh90f-s46J6uvrTp4GMp#\/registration<\/a>\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Each IAAP Certification program has a Content Outline and Body of Knowledge. Reviewing these materials and identifying your areas of strength and topics to research will help you plan your study program. Learn more about study tips and how to prepare on our Prepare for IAAP Certifications webpage. 2. 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