This page provides instructions for Certification and Recertification references (at the top) and the submission form (at the bottom). Select your role below to view the information and steps that apply to you.
– Certification requires two (2) letters of reference from colleagues.
– Recertification requires two (2) letters of reference from colleagues AND one (1) additional letter from your Society or Institute President addressing your good standing and active participation in the organization’s activities and functioning.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
What exactly do I have to submit? A colleague has asked you to provide a reference for their CIPS Board Certification or Recertification application. Please complete the questionnaire and prepare a separate letter of recommendation. Both documents must be submitted as Microsoft Word files (.doc or .docx) using the form at the bottom of this page. Follow the steps below to complete the required documents.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
Important: CIPS does not accept paper submissions or emailed letters. All reference letters must be submitted exclusively through the Letters of Reference Submission Form, located at the bottom of this page.
A member of your Society/Institute has applied for CIPS Recertification and needs a letter from you confirming their active membership and good standing with no record of ethical violations.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
Important: CIPS does not accept paper submissions or emailed letters. All reference letters must be submitted exclusively through the Letters of Reference Submission Form, located at the bottom of this page.