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C++ Institute Practice Tests

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2 Exams
426 Questions
Updated Aug 25

C++ Institute Exam Catalog

2 Available Exams

CPA-21-02

Cpa – C++ Certified Associate Programmer

275 Q&A Aug 2025
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CPP

C++ Certified Professional Programmer

151 Q&A Aug 2025
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C++ Institute Certification Pathway

A clear progression from beginner to expert.

C++ Certifications

Entry → Associate → Professional

C++ Certified Entry-Level Programmer

CPE
Active version CPE-20-01; delivery via OpenEDG TestNow.

C++ Certified Associate Programmer

CPA
Active version CPA-21-02; no prerequisites.

C++ Certified Professional Programmer

CPP
Active version CPP-22-02; recommended prior CPA.

C Certifications

Entry → Associate → Professional

C Certified Entry-Level Programmer

CLE
Active version CLE-10-01; delivery via OpenEDG TestNow.

C Certified Associate Programmer

CLA
Active version CLA-11-03.

C Certified Professional Programmer

CLP
Active version CLP-12-01; delivery via Pearson VUE.

Recent Changes

2012
Partnership with Pearson VUE launched the first globally available C and C++ certification progra...
2017
OpenEDG began managing the C++ Institute certification program, expanding global delivery and mai...
CPA-21-02/CPA-21-01
Official CPA listing shows CPA-21-01 as retired and CPA-21-02 as active.
CPP-22-02
Official CPP listing shows CPP-22-02 as active.
2025
Exam policy page was last updated, confirming Pearson VUE, OnVUE, TestNow, and retake rules.

C and C++ Certification Framework

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C++ Institute FAQs

What certifications does C++ Institute offer?
The C++ Institute offers both C and C++ certifications at entry, associate, and professional levels.
Do I need to complete C/C++ entry and associate levels first?
It is strongly recommended to follow the sequence from entry to associate before attempting the professional level, including CPA before CPP.
Are C++ Institute certificates valid indefinitely?
C and C++ certifications are issued for a lifetime; no periodic recertification is required.
What is the exam pass requirement?
All listed credentials use a 70% passing threshold with weighted or normalized scoring depending on the exam.
How can I take the exam?
CPA and CPP use Pearson VUE/OnVUE channels; C++ entry-level CPE and C entry-level CLE are delivered via OpenEDG TestNow.
What are the retry rules?
Retakes are allowed, usually without a fixed limit on total attempts; failed attempts may require additional scheduling and/or a retake voucher depending on policies.
Are older versions still valid?
Some older versions are retired; for CPA, the official page lists CPA-21-01 as retired and CPA-21-02 as active.

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