The Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA) is a specialty certification program designed for practitioners of control self-assessment (CSA). Individuals at any CSA experience level will benefit from this comprehensive program. Gaining the required knowledge of areas such as risk and control models — often considered the realm of auditors only — exposes CSA practitioners from all backgrounds to concepts that are vital in effectively using CSA to help clients achieve their objectives.

A candidate in the Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA) program agrees to accept the conditions of the program, including eligibility requirements, exam confidentiality, Code of Ethics, and continuing professional education (CPE), along with other conditions enacted by The IIA's Board of Regents or Certification Department.

Eligibility Requirements:
CCSA candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements for education, character, work experience, and facilitation experience/training.

Education:
CCSA candidates must have a bachelor's (four-year) degree or equivalent. Two years of post-secondary schooling with an accredited organization plus three years of general business experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. A copy of the degree or transcripts must accompany the application.

Character Reference:
CCSA candidates must exhibit high moral and professional character and must submit a character reference signed by a CCSA, a Certified Internal Auditor, or the candidate's supervisor.

Work Experience:
CCSA candidates must obtain one year of control-related business experience, such as CSA, auditing, quality assurance, risk management, or environmental auditing. Work experience must be verified by a CCSA, a CIA, a CGAP, or a CFSA, or the candidate's supervisor. Experience verification may accompany application or be submitted later.

Facilitation Experience/Training:
CCSA candidates must obtain at least seven hours of acceptable facilitation experience or at least 14 hours of acceptable facilitation training. To be considered acceptable, facilitation experience or training must meet the guidelines listed on the facilitation validation form. Validation of facilitation experience/training may accompany application or be submitted later.
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