Program Overview

Certified Administrative Professional Exam

The Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam is a professional certification offered to administrative professionals. The exam is administered by the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) twice per year.

Exam Structure

The CAP exam is a one-part, 350-question test administered for 4.5 hours on the testing dates. Topics covered include:

• Communication
• Organization and Planning
• Information Distribution
• Records Management
• Human Resources
• Document Production
• Financial Functions
• Physical and Information Resources

Career Development Fund

Employees may be eligible for a grant of up to $150 from the Career Development Fund (CDF) to offset the exam fee.

CAP Exam Salary Increase Instructions

Employees who pass the CAP exam are eligible for a nine percent salary increase, as outlined in UT policy HR0465.

Specialties

In addition to the CAP exam, the IAAP also offers specialty exams in:

• Organizational Management (CAP-OM)
• Technology Applications (CAP-TA)

These specialty exams are designed for administrative professionals who wish to advance in these areas.

Eligibility

Non-exempt employees who perform clerical-secretarial or clerical-management duties are eligible to take the CAP exam and receive a salary increase upon passing. A list of eligible job titles is available.

Exam Administration

Beginning in March 2015, the IAAP will offer the exam via a computer-based platform.

Benefits

Passing the CAP exam can lead to a salary increase and demonstrate an individual's expertise and commitment to their profession.