PROGRESS THROUGH SHARING
The Internal Audit Practitioner designation demonstrates internal audit aptitude and foundational knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards.
Ideal for university students and beginner or rotational internal auditors, this designation opens a new pathway to the Certified Internal Auditor certification.
The refreshed program utilizes CIA Part 1 as the assessment.
This creates a clear pathway into the CIA program and means candidates only must complete Parts 2 and 3 should they decide to pursue a CIA certification.
The Internal Audit Practitioner designation demonstrates that the holder possesses internal audit aptitude and foundational knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards.
It is also now a permanent credential, meaning that you will still hold a valuable internal audit certification should you decide not to pursue your CIA.
This program is ideal for:
IAP Application
IAP Exam
The Internal Audit Practitioner designation demonstrates internal audit aptitude and foundational knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards.
Ideal for university students and beginner or rotational internal auditors, this designation opens a new pathway to the Certified Internal Auditor certification.
The topic areas on the IAP exam syllabus will be updated to:
Individuals who previously earned the IAP—whether active or expired—can now proudly claim it as a permanent designation.
Certified Internal Auditors (CIAs): Please submit an IAP application in CCMS.
Challenge Exam Pathway: If you earned your CIA through a Challenge Exam, submit an IAP application in CCMS and then open a new case under the Help tab in CCMS to complete the process.
Part 1 Passers: Please submit an IAP application in CCMS.
These changes provide greater recognition for professionals at various stages of their internal audit careers. Certification renewal requirements begin in 2026.
The refreshed program tests a candidate’s fundamental knowledge of current internal auditing practices and understanding of internal audit issues, risks, and controls. The Internal Audit Practitioner designation demonstrates that the holder possesses internal audit aptitude and foundational knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
Additionally, the Internal Audit Practitioner program provides a new pathway to the CIA program through modified education requirements for active Internal Audit Practitioner designation holders. Candidates will have two years to finish the Internal Audit Practitioner program from the date they are approved into the program.
Complete the Internal Audit Practitioner application including proof of identification through The IIA’s Certification Candidate Management System (CCMS).