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CIPP US Certification Training: Test Information

This guide is for the preparation of the CIPP U/S certification administered by the IAPP.

CIPP/US Exam Information

Students who enroll in the privacy course taught by Attorney Pickett will receive IAPP resources at a discounted rate. Contact cpickett@nccu.edu for more details.

Study Skills

Exam Components

Below is an in depth overview of the topics tested in each exam category.

Topic

Number of Questions

Percentage of Exam (scored questions?)

Introduction to the U.S. Privacy Environment

27 - 35

36% - 46%

Limits on Private-sector Collection and use of Data

15 - 25

20% - 33%

Government and Court Access to Private-sector Information

3 - 7

4% - 9%

Workplace Privacy

5 - 9

6% - 12%

State Privacy Laws

9 - 15

12% - 20%