Certification

CAP Accreditation Progress --

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 19:03:02 GMT

I received this email from Certification Administration Board Chair Elizabeth White-Peters just now.

PSA: CAB News

Congratulations to our own Barbara Weathers, Certification Program Manager, for achieving another step in the accreditation process. It’s our pleasure to announce that the initial phase in the CAB mission has been met & exceeded expected due dates by >2 weeks! Now, we wait for the NCCA to notify us of the next steps & timeline. More to come...thanks to all of CAB from day 1 to reach this milestone successfully..on to the next. Getting closer!

Please applaud each other for all of of our efforts to achieve this landmark! This has been a huge TEAM effort...
Elizabeth

Exciting CAP News (cross post)

Wed, 1 Nov 2017 12:59:15 GMT

Have your heard the exciting news from IAAP? We are working hard to obtain accreditation of the Certified Administrative Professionals (CAP) exam! What does this mean for you?

Increased recognition world-wide of the CAP credential
More employers will recognize the value and importance of the credential\
More opportunities for college credit
Ensures the future growth of the CAP Program
Creates distinction between your credential and other similar credentials that are not accredited

Earning NCCA accreditation will raise the bar for current and future CAP designees by enabling the Certification Program and the Certification Administrative Board to demonstrate it has met the stringent standard set by the credentialing community. It will help CAP stand out as the only accredited certification for administrative professionals world-wide. Please contact IAAP headquarters at certification@iaap-hq.org with any questions.

Prepping for CAP Summer Exam 2026

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 20:25:43 GMT

Filled with both excitement and anxiety, I have decided to take a leap of faith and pursue the CAP Certification. As a seasoned Administrative Professional in my early 50's with a college degree, this decisions is meaningful to me. I believe it is important for potential employers to see that while my path may have not included a traditional degree, I have continuously invested in my professional growth and development. Earning the CAP certification is a way for me to validate the knowledge, experience, and skills I've built over the many years in this field. It reflects my commitment to excellence, lifelong learning, and staying relevant in an evolving workplace.

Summer CAP Exam

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:34:40 GMT

Hello everyone. I am currently enrolled in Marie Herman's summer study group, preparing to take the exam. I'm looking forward to expanding my knowledge and making myself a greater asset. I am looking forward to brushing up on things I feel comfortable with and learning things I've not yet mastered. This is sure to be a great learning experience. Best wishes to all who are preparing at this time.

Summer 2026 CAP Exam

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:59:27 GMT

Whew, I made a last-minute decision to Join Marie Herman's Exam Study Group and I am glad I did. This has been on my mind for 2 years now, and because I'm terrified of test taking, I kept putting it off. I saw the upcoming class, so I said do it now or forever hold your peace. Sometimes, if I don't just jump right in, I'll make every excuse of why I can't do it. I'm going to do this and I'm going to pass this exam. I'm really nervous, but I have some time to say my affirmations and tell myself until I believe it that I can do this and I can take crush this exam. I'm hoping to truly learn all sorts of knowledge. I'm in the process of interviewing for a leadership position, and this will help me even more. I can also use it to encourage the rest of my team that I work with. If I can do it, they can too and it's hard to encourage something if you don't have it yourself. I'm excited. Deep breaths and positive affirmations are going to get me through it.... plus, a whole lot of studying.

Starting My CAP Journey!

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:20:05 GMT

Hello everyone, I’ll be sitting for the CAP exam during the summer/fall testing window and wanted to share why I decided to pursue certification. The first reason is that earning my CAP was included as a goal in my annual review (I had never heard of it until we moved to TN!), and I see it as a great opportunity to invest in my professional development. I also believe it will strengthen my future career prospects and demonstrate my commitment to the administrative profession. Beyond that, I really want to prove to myself that I can do this. Preparing for and passing a professional certification is a challenge, and I'm looking forward to pushing myself outside my comfort zone and growing through the process. I'm excited, a little nervous, and currently working through all the weekly work with Marie's class. I look forward to learning from others in this community and wish everyone else preparing for the exam the best of luck!

Passed the Spring 2026 CAP Exam

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:08:20 GMT

I'm excited and grateful to share that I passed the Spring 2026 CAP exam! I couldn't have done it without Marie Herman's study group helping me along the way. It's a huge weight off my shoulders, and I'm excited to discover what the future holds through my certification!

Fall 2026 Exam prep

Tue, 12 May 2026 18:22:18 GMT

As I am prepping for the Fall 2026 exam, I am wondering, for those that took practice exam prior. Did you feel those accurately prepared you to sit for your real exam? I am planning on taking the practice exam prior but also don't want to be surprised when exam time comes. I remember my collage days when my final exams were nothing like my study guides that I poured over.

Finally taking the plunge!

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 20:37:15 GMT

I have been studying off and on for six years to take the cap exam. This is the year I am going to buckle down and get serious. I have bought the book and joined a study group to keep me motivated. I really want to put that CAP after my name in email signature. I have had a very supportive mentor to encourage me along the way. I am hoping by August we will both be proud. Wish me LUCK! But more than that, wish me the knowledge I need. I can do this.

Put in the time studying only to feel like I knew nothing when I took the e

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:08:20 GMT

Did anyone else put countless hours into studying only to sit down for the test and feel as if all the material you learned just suddenly disappeared from your brain? I also could not stop overthinking every question. Having been an executive admin for over five years now, I kept swaying between two answers for a lot of the questions. I would feel confident it was one answer but then start thinking of different circumstances and scenarios where another answer would apply. I should probably not have tried to apply answers to my on-the-job experiences and just been more general with it. Just feeling a bit discouraged. I wanted to be able to feel confident I passed but that is not how I feel at all.

CAP recertification portal

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 19:13:11 GMT

Does anyone know how to delete a journal entry from the CAP recertification portal? I accidentally entered one of my courses twice and cannot figure out how to delete one of the entries.

2026 Spring CAP Candidate - How are you feeling?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:52:17 GMT

Scheduling for the Spring 2026 CAP Exams opens next week on March 5. For those registered to take the exam, how are you feeling? Do you feel prepared? Nervous? Confident? Overwhelmed? Maybe all of the above? This is the moment when all of your preparation meets reality. Those feelings are completely normal. Please share where you are at. What’s going well with your studying? Where are you feeling unsure? You are not doing this alone. I am confident I speak for everyone with CAP behind their name when I say we are here for you and we are your biggest cheerleaders.

CAP 2026 Spring Exam

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:12:51 GMT

I have decided to retake the CAP test in the Spring, as I was only shy 23 points in my Fall exam. I am in the study group with Marie Herman, CAP, OM, ACS, MOSM; marie.herman@mrhenterprises.com and hope to achieve my goal, this time around. I have a hard time when it comes to studying, due to my ADHD, but I am not going to let that stop me from achieving my goal of becoming a Certified Administrative Professional. I originally wanted to become a High School History teacher, since I obtained a Bachelor's of Liberal Arts Degree focusing on History, with an Associate's Degree in both Political Science and Geography. With all the laws changing, and moving to technology to teach kids, I decided to go into local government. I started small (Fire Department Secretary), but eventually worked my way up to the Administrative Assistant position with the City Secretary's office. It was the encouragement of the then City Secretary and then Assistant City Secretary, that I took the step to becoming a Certified Administrative Professional. I am showing my little one, that you can achieve anything that you set your mind (and heart) on.

How are you studying (or how did you study) for the CAP exam?

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:41:20 GMT

Hello everyone. I’m planning to sit for the Spring 2026 exam and intend to join a study group. I’d love to hear what else worked well for you - resources, study strategies, routines, or tips you wish you’d known earlier. I would also appreciate some clarification regarding the exam format. Can the exam be taken remotely from home, or does it require going to a testing center? For context, I’m in Nigeria. Thanks in advance!

Studying for the Spring CAP exam

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:10:36 GMT

I embarked on a new chapter of Administrative assistant a couple of years ago by joining the Fire-Rescue Department in my city. I had been doing administrative work for quite some time but never for Fire. It has been a whole new world of experiences and language and I love it. One of the new experiences was signing up for an administrative group through the county's fire chiefs' association. Part of the membership included a membership to IAAP. Through that membership, I learned about the certification. Our firefighters are all paramedics, a lot have master's degrees. They are constantly training and recertifying themselves and keeping their skills honed. I feel as their support, I should be working just as hard to hone my skills and training. And so, it begins my journey to become certified. Yikes!

Preparing to Pass the Spring 2026 CAP Certification

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 20:44:04 GMT

I realize that the subject sounds confident but truthfully I woke up twice this week telling myself that I can just wait until the fall to take the exam. But I know if I did that, I wouldn't take it in the fall either. After the moments of self doubt pass I know that if I put my mind to it, I will pass. In October I found out that the person I support is leaving (in January) and at this time there is no indication that they will replace the position. Could mean something, could mean nothing but I would rather control my destiny. Certification is step (along with a few others) in that direction. Cherry on top, I am over 60. Ageism is out there so I'm hoping that certification will strengthen my case as a viable candidate when looking for a new position. If the spring 2026 CAP certification is also your goal, I wish you all of the best and I thank you in advance for your support. We're going to be just fine! Regards, Tony Cabrera

CAP Exam

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:14:50 GMT

Getting ready to take the CAP exam in the Fall! Feeling a little overwhelmed and tired already from the additional work but am motivated to continue on through a desire for excellence, in alignment with my own values and for the greater good of all those with whom I work. Studying with Marie Herman and on my own for the next six weeks--here's to the journey ahead!

Investing in Myself: My CAP Exam Journey Begins

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:37:24 GMT

Hi everyone! I'm excited to share that I've officially begun preparing for the Spring 2026 CAP Exam. Earning the CAP certification has been a personal goal of mine for quite some time, and I'm grateful that the timing is finally right to fully commit to it. For me, this journey is about growth - expanding my knowledge, strengthening my confidence, and continuing to elevate the work I love as an Administrative Professional. I'm feeling hopeful, motivated, and admittedly a little nervous, but I'm ready for the challenge and eager to prove to myself that I can do this. Adding the CAP credentials to my professional signature will be a meaningful milestone in my career, and I look forward to sharing the progress along the way. Thank you all for your support!

Preparing for Spring 2026 CAP Exam

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:43:54 GMT

A few weeks ago, I signed up for the Spring 2026 CAP exam and have started my studying. However, I feel like I am fighting my internal detail-focused personality in the sense that I am wondering if I an drilling down too far into the details while studying. I am only through PO #2 and have over 100 flash cards I am trying to memorize. LOL! Is there a study group I can join to ask questions and/or seek guidance from those further on the journey so that my focus can be more intentional? Thank you!

Spring 2026 CAP Exam Preparation

Mon, 8 Dec 2025 19:58:33 GMT

I have decided to join Marie Herman's study group to prepare myself for the Spring 2026 CAP exam. I have worked in administration of some form for as long as I can remember. I had never heard of the CAP certification prior to coming to work for my current employer, and I'm very thankful for this opportunity to further my career and professional growth. I am excited to see what I can accomplish through the teachings of the study group and support from my instructor and fellow students.