What is the CPS/CAP® Rating?
The CPS/CAP rating is the achievement of the internationally recognized standard of proficiency as a professional secretary. Learn more at:The CPS/CAP® Advantage
Why earn the CPS/CAP® rating?
Among the rewards for achieving the CPS/CAP® rating, many of the more than 52,000 CPS/CAP holders have reported: pride in accomplishment, increased self-esteem, greater respect from employers and peers, confidence to assume greater responsibilities, college credit toward a degree, pay increases, bonuses, and opportunity for achievement. In today's workplace, having the CPS/CAP® credentials can be assurance of employability.
How is the CPS/CAP® rating obtained?
The rating is obtained by: a) completing and verifying educational and secretarial employment experience requirements; and b) passing a three-part, one-day examination.
What are the qualifications?
Qualifications for taking the CPS/CAP® Examination include a combination of education and verified secretarial experience.
What is on the CPS/CAP® Examination?
Part 1: Finance and Business Law
30% Economics
35% Accounting
35% Business Law
120 questions; 2 hours 30 minutes
Part 2: Office Systems and Administration
50% Office Systems and Technology
25% Office Administration
25% Management
150 questions; 2 hours
Part 3: Management
36% Behavioral Science in Business
19% Human Resources Management
45% Advanced Organizations and Management
150 questions; 2 hours
Part 4: Organizational Planning
36% Team Skills
19% Strategic Planning
45% Advanced Administration
150 questions; 2 hours
When is the CPS/CAP® Examination given?
An internationalized version of the CPS/CAP® Examination is given the first Saturday in May and November concurrently in approximately 250 examination centers in the United States, Canada, Jamaica, Malaysia, Hong Kong and other international locations.
You may be eligible for an Exam Reimbursement! Apply for the CPS®/CAP® Society of Texas 2009 Application for Exam Reimbursement.
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