Kickstart your professional audit career by becoming an
Internal Audit Practitioner
The Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) certification is a professional credential provided by the Institute of Internal Auditors. It is designed to equip individuals with fundamental knowledge and skills required for a successful career in internal auditing. This certification is suitable for recent graduates looking to enter the field, and those who are not yet ready to take the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam.
Important updates on the Internal Audit Practitioner exam 2025
Starting from May 28, 2025, the current Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) exam will be replaced with Part 1 of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam. Additionally, some modifications will be made to the program, as outlined below.
Implementation dates
- English: May 28, 2025
- Arabic: September 28, 2026
- Other Languages (Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, etc.): Updates will roll out at different times from 2025 to 2026.
Certification validity
- The IAP certification will no longer expire after three years.
- The IAP certification will become a permanent designation, requiring 20 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) annually to maintain.
Study materials availability
- For those who wish to take the IAP exam before May 28, 2025, the current curriculum is still available on our store.
- The updated Part 1 curriculum for the 2025 CIA exam is available in English on our online store. As mentioned, this will also serve as the official curriculum for the Internal Audit Practitioner certification in English starting May 28, 2025.
IAP in a nutshell
1 exam
100 questions
2-hour exam
Exam at test center or at home online
No education or experience requirements
Qualifies for the CIA
20 CPE hours annually
Who is it for?
Eligibility requirements
Eligibility period
Candidates have 2 years to pass the exam from the date of approval to join the program.
Exam outline
| # | Topic | % |
|---|---|---|
| I. | Internal Audit Attributes (IIA Standards 1000, 1100, 1200) | 20% |
| II. | Nature of Work (IIA Standard 2100) | 20% |
| III. | Engagement Planning (IIA Standard 2200) | 23% |
| IV. | Engagement Work (IIA Standard 2300) | 25% |
| V | Engagement Communication (IIA Standard 2400) | 12% |
Exam structure
Exam fees
| PRIOR TO 28 MAY 2025 | 28 MAY 2025 AND THEREAFTER | |
|---|---|---|
| Program Application | US $75 (IIA member) US $150 (nonmember) |
US $120 (IIA member) US $240 (nonmember) US $65 (Student) |
| Exam Registration | US $150 (IIA member) US $250 (nonmember) |
US $310 (IIA member) US $445 (nonmember) US $245 (Student) |
Exam availability
The exam is available around the year at PearsonVUE testing centers and online through the IIA’s Online Proctoring program.
Exam language
The exam is available in English.
Designation expiry
To maintain your IAP designation, you must comply with the IIA’s Annual Certification Renewal Policy. Beginning in 2026, all individuals holding an active Internal Audit Practitioner designation must earn 20 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) annually.
Pass the IAP exam with the most efficient & reliable study materials
Valid until May 28, 2025
PRC IAP Exam Review
$220
- E-book
- Question bank
- Mock Exam
- 12-Months Access
- One-time, 6-months free renewal if you don’t pass the exam
- Optional printed textbook*
