CIPP/US — Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States
The most widely held privacy certification in the United States covering the full landscape of US federal and state privacy law including HIPAA, CCPA/CPRA, FERPA, GLBA, COPPA, and sector-specific regulations. Not DoD 8140 approved but IAPP certifications are the de facto standard for privacy professionals globally. Requires passing a proctored exam — no experience requirement. The benchmark entry credential for privacy professionals working with US organizations or handling US personal data. Frequently listed as a requirement alongside CIPM or CIPT in privacy job postings at US companies.
| Issuer | IAPP |
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| Level | intermediate |
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| Domains | Data Security & Privacy |
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| Practical weight | 0% |
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| Cost (USD) | 550 |
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| Renewal | 2 years |
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| Skills | us_privacy_law, hipaa_compliance, ccpa_compliance, federal_privacy_regulations, sectoral_privacy_frameworks, us_data_protection_enforcement |
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