Certified Government Auditing Professional

CGAP

The Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) certification is designed for government auditors and examination professionals. It demonstrates expertise in auditing and evaluation of government programs and activities.

Focus

The Certified Government Auditing Professional certification focuses on Government Auditing and Evaluation

Exam Duration

The Certified Government Auditing Professional exam duration is N/A

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of N/A

Exam Fee

The exam fee is $415 (IIA member), $545 (non-member).

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for Passport to professionalism - expires from the date of issuance.

Prior Certification

• CGAP certification is a standalone certification

Exam Format

The Certified Government Auditing Professional exam is a Online, multiple-choice format

Passing Conditions

To pass Certified Government Auditing Professional exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of 70% or higher

Who Should Take

Government auditors, public accountants, and public sector examination professionals who wish to demonstrate their expertise in auditing and evaluating government programs and activities

• CGFM certificate holders
• Auditors in government agencies
• Public accountants
• Public sector examination professionals

Prerequisites

2 years of experience in auditing or a related field, or completion of a fellowship program

Or can substitute with certifications:

• CPA (AICPA or IACPA)
• CDC (NCPADC) with 1 year of experience
• CPE - 300 hours of CPE in auditing and government auditing and evaluation, or 3 years of experience in auditing

Certification Process

• Step 1: Meet the eligibility requirements
• Step 2: Apply for the CGAP examination through the IIA website
• Step 3: Pass the CGAP examination with a score of 70 or higher
• Step 4: Maintain the CGAP certification by earning 60 CPE hours every 2 years

Domains with Weights

• Planning Audit Engagements and Program Evaluation (20%): Defining project scope and objectives, planning, and selecting audit engagements and evaluating government programs and activities
• Performing the Audit, Observation, and Evaluation (25%): Auditing and evaluating the evidence, observation, and evaluation of government programs and activities
• Communicating Results (15%): Communicating results to stakeholders and assessing the impact of the audit and evaluation on government programs and activities
• Compliance with Laws, Regulations, and Ethical Standards (10%): Compliance with laws, regulations, and ethical standards in government auditing and evaluation
• Governance and Management (15%): Governance and management of government programs and activities, including sustainable practices and capacity improvement
• Audit Management and Quality Control (15%): Audit management and quality control in government auditing and evaluation, including administrative and regulatory requirements