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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

Certification validity

Study materials availability

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.

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IAP in a nutshell

1 exam

125 questions

2.5-hour exam

Exam at test center

No education or experience requirements

Qualifies for the CIA

20 CPE hours annually

Who is it for?

  • University students
  • Beginner internal auditors
  • Those in need of a quick way of demonstrating their internal audit capabilities

Eligibility requirements

  • Government-issued ID
  • Exam application
  • IIA membership is a requirement only in the following countries: United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa, Eswatini and Lesotho.

Exam outline - CIA Part 1

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Internal Audit Fundamentals

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A. Foundations of Internal Auditing  35%
B. Ethics and Professionalism  20%
C. Governance, Risk Management, and Control  30%
D. Fraud Risks 15%

Exam structure

  • 125 MCQ questions
  • 2.5 hour exam
  • You need to score 600 out of 750 to pass the exam

Exam fees

28 MAY 2025 AND THEREAFTER
Program Application US $120 (IIA member)
US $240 (nonmember)
US $65 (Student)
Exam Registration 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.

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