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Certified Government Auditing Professional™

What is CGAP™?

CGAP™ is a specialty certification designed for and by public-sector internal auditing practitioners. The exam tests a candidate's knowledge of the unique features of public-sector internal auditing - fund accounting, grants, legislative oversight, confidentiality rights, and more. The program's broad scope emphasises the internal auditor's role in strengthening accountability to the public and improving government services.

The CGAP™ exams is available on a year-round basis.

Workload

It is recommended that candidates set aside approximately 60 to 80 hours of study for the exam, over a minimum of a three month period.

 

Entry Criteria

By applying to become a candidate in the CGAP™ Program, an individual agrees to accept the conditions of the program. These include requirements regarding eligibility, exam confidentiality, ethics and continuing professional education.

Eligibility and Skills Requirement

CGAP™ candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Education: CGAP™ candidates must have a bachelor's (four-year) or equivalent degree. An associate's (two-year) degree plus five years of work experience in a government environment may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. A copy of the degree or transcripts must accompany the application.

Character Reference: CGAP™ candidates must exhibit high moral and professional character and must submit a character reference signed by a CGAP™, a CIA®, a CCSA™, a CFSA™ or the candidate's supervisor.

Work Experience: CGAP™ candidates must obtain two years of auditing experience in a government environment (federal, state/provincial, local, quasi-governmental areas, authority/crown corporation). Work experience must be verified by a CGAP™, a CIA®, a CCSA™, a CFSA™, or the candidate's supervisor. The completed Experience verification form may accompany the application or be submitted at a later date.

Completion Timeframe

Candidates must take their exam within 180 days of their exam registration date.  The Institute's approval of a candidate's CGAP™ application and eligibility allows the candidate to participate in the CGAP™ program for two years from the date that the application is approved.





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