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Exam Information
Official specifications published by IAPP
Exam Format
300
Professional
Registration
$550 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
2 years
CIPP-US Exam Topics and Domains
CIPP-US is organized into 5 weighted domains.
1
Introduction to the U.S. Privacy Environment
18%
Structure of U.S. Law
Federal vs. State AuthorityCommon Law and Torts
- Understand the constitutional basis for privacy in the U.S.
- Distinguish between federal and state privacy authority
- Apply common law privacy principles
Enforcement of U.S. Privacy and Security Laws
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)State Attorneys General
- Identify key enforcement agencies and their authorities
- Understand enforcement mechanisms and penalties
- Analyze enforcement trends and priorities
Information Management from a U.S. Perspective
Data Processing AgreementsCross-Border Data Transfers
- Apply information management principles
- Draft and review data processing agreements
- Manage cross-border data transfer compliance
2
Limits on Private-Sector Collection and Use of Data
22%
Cross-Sector FTC Privacy Protection
Fair Information Practice Principles (FIPPs)Web Scraping and Data Collection
- Apply FIPPs to business practices
- Understand FTC enforcement priorities
- Evaluate data collection practices
Sector-Specific Privacy Laws
Financial Privacy (GLBA)Health Privacy (HIPAA)Children's Privacy (COPPA)Education Privacy (FERPA)
- Identify applicable sector-specific laws
- Apply compliance requirements
- Understand enforcement mechanisms
Marketing and Communications Privacy
CAN-SPAM ActTCPA and Telemarketing
- Ensure marketing compliance
- Implement consent mechanisms
- Manage opt-out processes
3
Government and Court Access to Private-Sector Information
15%
Law Enforcement Access
Fourth AmendmentElectronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
- Understand government access authorities
- Apply Fourth Amendment principles
- Navigate ECPA requirements
National Security and Intelligence
Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA)USA PATRIOT Act
- Understand national security authorities
- Balance security and privacy
- Manage government requests
Civil Litigation and Discovery
E-Discovery
- Manage discovery obligations
- Implement legal holds
- Balance disclosure and privacy
4
Workplace Privacy
12%
Employee Privacy Rights
Employee MonitoringBackground Checks
- Understand employee privacy rights
- Implement compliant monitoring
- Conduct lawful background checks
Employee Data Management
HR Data PrivacyDrug and Alcohol Testing
- Manage employee data appropriately
- Ensure medical privacy
- Comply with testing requirements
5
State Privacy Laws
23%
Comprehensive State Privacy Laws
California Privacy Laws (CCPA/CPRA)Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)Utah Consumer Privacy ActConnecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)Other State Laws
- Navigate multiple state privacy laws
- Implement consumer rights
- Conduct privacy assessments
State-Specific Requirements
Applicability ThresholdsConsumer Rights ImplementationPrivacy Notice Requirements
- Determine law applicability
- Design compliant notices
- Operationalize consumer rights
Specialized State Privacy Laws
Biometric Privacy LawsHealth Data Privacy LawsAI and Algorithmic AccountabilityData Breach Notification LawsCalifornia Age-Appropriate Design Code Act
- Understand specialized privacy laws
- Manage biometric data compliance
- Navigate emerging AI regulations
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CIPP-US earns the CIPP/US certification. It sits in the Privacy Professional track.
Current Level Exams
- CIPP/E - Certified Information Privacy Professional/EuropeEuropean privacy laws focus (GDPR)
- CIPP/C - Certified Information Privacy Professional/CanadaCanadian privacy laws focus (PIPEDA)
- CIPP/A - Certified Information Privacy Professional/AsiaAsia-Pacific privacy laws focus
- CIPP/G - Certified Information Privacy Professional/Government U.S. government sector privacy focus
Next Level Options
- FIP - Fellow of Information PrivacyElite designation for senior privacy professionals
- DPO - Data Protection Officer Training Preparation for Data Protection Officer role
Alternative Paths
- CISA - Certified Information Systems AuditorComplementary audit and compliance skills
- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Security and privacy convergence
- CCPA - Certified Compliance and Privacy Associate Broader compliance perspective
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2025-09-01
- Announcement date: 2025-06-01
Updates
- Artificial Intelligence Various frameworks New topic area in state laws section • Release date: 2024-2025
- Cross-border Data Transfers Post-Privacy Shield Updated transfer mechanisms • Release date: 2023-ongoing
- Zero-Knowledge Architecture Emerging Privacy-enhancing technologies • Release date: 2024-2025
Who should take this exam?
- Professional experience in privacy
- Familiarity with U.S. privacy laws and regulations
- 30+ hours of study preparation