Credential Comparison Matrix

Full side-by-side comparison of prerequisites, exam timing, question counts, and founding fees.

Select a credential to review the exact percentage share and tested capabilities across the five TPBOK domains. Or read all ten in the Credentials Book.

Tiered standard: 65% for foundational (ATP), 70% for CTP and specialty credentials, 75% for executive leadership (PgTP, PfTP). Evaluated via psychometrically calibrated scaled scoring with no negative marking. There is no negative marking for incorrect choices; candidates are advised to answer every question. Score reports display performance bandings by TPBOK domain.

1 re-examination attempt included with your founding examination registration. Candidates who do not pass on their first sitting may schedule their retry after a recommended 14-day study period without paying a re-examination fee. Candidates have up to 12 months from their registration date to use their included retake sitting.

Reschedule-only. Examination voucher fees are non-refundable once registered. However, candidates can reschedule their exam sitting free of charge up to 24 hours prior to their scheduled exam window. If you need to postpone or change your appointment time, you can do so through the Candidate Portal with zero penalty as long as it is done at least 24 hours prior to the sitting.