Certification Statistics
Professional Standards Institute has applicants and certified professionals throughout the United States and in over 30 countries. Below you will find summary statistics of our certification holders. We do not release the number of certification holders as we are not in the numbers game trying to certify large numbers of individuals. We believe in the "Quality" of certifications and not "Quantity". The statistics below will be periodically updated.
Although our tests are administered on-line, they are not easy. This is evident from the statistics provided below. Our certification tests are developed to measure "Real World" knowledge gained on the job, not book knowledge. With a majority of certifications currently available, you can purchase and study a book, take the certification test, and become certified without ever working in that industry or specialty. This is not true with our certifications. Although you may find some answers to our certification test questions in a few books, that will not guarantee that you will pass our tests. We do not offer any books or study materials to prepare for our tests. We strongly recommend that you have at least five years experience prior to taking our certification tests.
Professional Level Certifications
Passing Rates
- Total Passing Rate: 65%
- Pass test on First Attempt: 51%
- Pass test on Second Attempt: 14%
Certifications Awarded
- Certified Professional Information Technology Consultant (CPITC): 50%
- Certified Professional Management Consultant (CPMC): 22%
- Certified Information Technology Project Manager (CITPM): 14%
- Certified Professional Database Developer (CPDBD): 14%
Notes:
- The required passing score is 75%.
- If an applicant does not pass the certification test on the first try, they are provided the opportunity to re-take the certification test a second time at no cost after a 30-day waiting period.
Associate Level Certifications
Award Rates
Certifications Awarded
- Certified Associate Information Technology Consultant (CAITC): 76%
- Certified Associate Management Consultant (CAMC): 18%
- Certified Associate Systems Developer (CASD): 6%
Note: The Associate Level Certifications are "entry level" certifications and do not require a test. A specific amount of education and experience is required for these certifications. Each applicant's resume is evaluated separately.
