Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP)

Course Description

The Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP)® credential is awarded to professionals who demonstrate substantial expertise in information management and technology assurance through a combination of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Holders of the CITP® certification possess advanced abilities in risk assessment, fraud detection, internal controls, IT audit, and information management services, making them uniquely qualified to support both organizational and client IT needs.

The credential validates technical proficiency across critical domains, including:

• Technology Strategic Planning

• System Development, Acquisition, Implementation & Project Management

• IT Architecture

• Information Systems Management

• Business Process Enablement

• Systems Security, Reliability, Audit & Control

• IT Governance & Regulation

Exam Information

1. Exam Requirement: To earn the CITP® certification, candidates must qualify in two exams – CHTE and CNE.

2. Exam Duration: 60 Minutes (1 hour).

3. Exam Format: Non-proctored, available anytime and anywhere within an 8-month validity period.

   • Includes a voucher code with 2 attempts.

   • If unsuccessful after 2 attempts, candidates can purchase a new voucher (grants 2 more attempts).

   • Kindly Note: The voucher is not valid for a second attempt if the candidate passes on the first attempt.

4. Certification Validity: Lifetime

Course Outline

Module 1 – Hardware and Technology

• Basic Terms

• Types of Computers

• Anatomy of a PC & How it Works

• Hardware Devices, CPU & Memory

• Input/Output Devices

• Secondary Storage Devices

• Software Basics: OS & Applications

• How Software is Built & Types of Software

• Legal Issues in Software

Module 2 – Advanced Level

• Working with the Computer

• Desktop Basics & Customization

• Printing

• File & Folder Management (Parts I & II)

• Viewing Properties, Compressed Files

Module 3 – Applications

• Application Basics

• Using Applications & Windows

• WordPad Essentials

• Web Browsers & Internet Basics

• Browsing, Bookmarks, Web Pages & Printing

Module 4 – Internet Networks

• Basic & Advanced Networking Terms

• Networking Concepts

• Internet Security

Module 5 – Workplace

• Computers in the Workplace

• Telecommuting

• The Digital World

• Ergonomics, Safety & Environment

Module 6 – Security

• Proactive Security Measures

• Authentication & Identity

• Data Protection

• Understanding & Defending Against Malware

Target Audience

The CITP certification is ideal for:

• IT professionals and students in computer science, network administration, and IT management

• Specialists in cloud computing, telecommunications, and information systems

• Professionals aiming to validate expertise in IT assurance, governance, and security