Pro-Level Certifications

Pathways for Pro-level Certifications
Pathway 1
(Experience + Examination)
Pricing:
$50 to apply for Experience Evaluation (please note that this fee is non-refundable)
If Experience Evaluation is approved by us: $250 to apply to take the Examination
Digital Badges Offered? Yes
Steps:
Experience: Please use this calculator↗ to see if you satisfy the experience requirements. If you do, then proceed to complete the form below. Be sure to click Submit and make payment ($50) on the next page. Once we review and approve your application, you will then be provided a link to register for the exam (see step 2 below).
Examination: You need to register for (current price: $250; subject to change without notice), take and pass the online examination (using Remote Proctoring ↗) within 12 months from when we inform you regarding the approval of your application above. The exam is timed and you need to score at least 70% to pass.
Completion: Upon successful completion of both steps above, you will receive your pro-level certification. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing and delivery (takes longer outside the US). Your certification is valid for one year from the date you successfully pass the examination. Note that exam retakes are available for a nominal fee.
Maintenance: In order to keep your credential active, you need to maintain it each year. See the Maintain & Renew page for complete details, including education requirements, experience requirements, and associated fees/dues.
Note:
Each pro-level certification and renewal includes a digital badge at no extra charge.
APPLICATION FORM FOR PATHWAY 1:
(Please read carefully before completing form)
Pathway 2
(Experience-only)
Evaluation Pricing:
Regular price: $300 (per certification)
Current price: $125 (extended until June 15, 2025)
In order to increase market awareness and adoption of our new certifications and pathways, we are rewarding early adopters with steep discounts for a limited time.
Special Offer for our Alumni: If you have/had one of our certifications, use the code ALUMNI2025 to save an additional 20% on your application fee.
Evaluation Steps:
Complete and submit the form, along with your payment.
We will evaluate your submission.
If you satisfy the criteria, we will issue you your pro-level certification.
Digital Badges Offered? Yes
Notes:
Use this calculator↗ to determine your eligibility before you submit your application
The application fee is non-refundable
If you meet all the criteria, your application will be approved; final decision rests with SOXGAP
There is a one-time appeals process in case your application is denied
Certification is valid for one (1) year from the date of issue and requires annual maintenance for continued validity and use
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
If you do not have the requisite experience, consider one of our certification levels/pathways i.e. base-level certifications, exam-based pathway
Each pro-level certification and renewal includes a digital badge at no extra charge.
APPLICATION FORMS FOR PATHWAY 2:
(Please select one of the links below to be taken to the appropriate form)