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ISPI offers professional credentials that recognize consistent, worthy performance achieved through a systematic process.
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Special Introductory Discount for the CAIT! Get 50% off through December 31, 2026!
Why Get Certified?
Distinguish yourself with a CAIT and CPT credential.
Showcase your expertise
A credential issued by ISPI demonstrates your performance improvement expertise. It is based on a comprehensive demonstration of real-world experience and competence across multiple projects. Each application undergoes a double-blind review process by trained reviewers.
Enhance your credibility
Since 2002, ISPI has offered CPT credentialing to show practitioner expertise in this high-demand, growing field. All credentialed CPTs exemplify the ISPI 10 human performance technology standards. ISPI launched the Certified AI Performance Technologist (CAIT) credential in 2026 to showcase practitioner expertise in AI for Performance Improvement aligned with the AI4PI Framework.
Earn an in-demand credentials
Distinguish yourself with a certification that is in-demand with organizations who are looking for proven performance improvement expertise and excellence. ISPI's CPT and CAIT are the only performance improvement credentials based on a comprehensive demonstration of real-world experience and competence across projects.
No exam required
No formal training or exam is required to be a CAIT or CPT. The CAIT and CPT credentials are the only competency-based performance improvement credentials.
The Importance of Performance Improvement
Systems thinking is a crucial approach for understanding and improving performance within organizations. By viewing the organization as an interconnected whole rather than isolated parts, systems thinking allows us to identify and address root causes of performance issues rather than merely treating symptoms.
ISPI’s holistic approach helps understand how the elements within a system interact
and affect each other, leading to more comprehensive and sustainable solutions.
Earning an international credential for your work in improving sustainable performance will elevate your status in the field of performance and is easily achieved through ISPI’s CPT or CAIT.
Performance Improvement fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. It encourages collaboration across departments and disciplines, promoting a shared understanding and collective problem-solving, and better outcomes for the organization.
Certified Performance Technologists
Command Higher Salaries

How do the earnings of CPTs compare with non-CPTs?
27% of Certified Performance Technologists are the in the to- earning group versus 12% for non-CPT.
All-Inclusive CAIT/CPT Application Fee
CAIT and CPT application fees are all-inclusive. Your fee covers the costs associated with processing your application, evaluation by a qualified CAIT/CPT reviewer, and issuance of your CAIT/CPT certificate.
Your CAIT/CPT Certificate will be published in ISPI.ORG and ACCREDIBLE.COM

No Training Fees
The CAIT and CPT are the only competency-based PI credentials. You do not need to pay to attend training or courses to qualify.
No Exam Fees
The CAIT and CPT credentials are experience-based. You do not need to pay for or take an exam to qualify for your CAIT or CPT.
Certification Fees
ISPI members and students save on their CAIT/CPT certification fees.
CPT for Non-Members
New Applications
$1,195
Recertification
$350
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CPT for ISPI Members
New Applications
$995
Recertification
$175
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CPT for Student-Members
New Applications
$498
Recertification
$175
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CAIT Pricing
CAIT for Non-Members
New Applications
$598
Recertification
$275
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CAIT for ISPI Members
New Applications
$420
Recertification
$175
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CAIT for Student-Members
New Applications
$250
Recertification
$125
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CAIT Discount and Bundles

We're offering a special discount to the pioneering applicants! Get 50% off your CAIT application through December 31, 2026!

Take advantage of additional discounts when you bundle.
ISPI Gold Membership + CAIT = 25% discount
ISPI Gold Membership + CAIT + Conference Registration = 25% discount
Contact certifications@ispi.org for more information
Whether you are a Learning Professional, Manager, Leaders, Student or Faculty
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Stand Out With ISPI Certifications

ISPI offers professional credentials that recognize consistent, worthy performance achieved through a systematic process.

Special Introductory Discount for the CAIT! Get 50% off through December 31, 2026!

Why Get Certified?

Distinguish yourself with a CAIT and CPT credential.

Showcase your expertise

A credential issued by ISPI demonstrates your performance improvement expertise. It is based on a comprehensive demonstration of real-world experience and competence across multiple projects. Each application undergoes a double-blind review process by trained reviewers.

Enhance your credibility

Earn an in-demand credentials

No exam required

No formal training or exam is required to be a CAIT or CPT. The CAIT and CPT credentials are the only competency-based performance improvement credentials.

The Importance of Performance Improvement

Certified Performance Technologists

Command Higher Salaries

How do the earnings of CPTs compare with non-CPTs?

27% of Certified Performance Technologists are the in the to- earning group versus 12% for non-CPT.

All-Inclusive CAIT/CPT Application Fee

CAIT and CPT application fees are all-inclusive. Your fee covers the costs associated with processing your application, evaluation by a qualified CAIT/CPT reviewer, and issuance of your CAIT/CPT certificate.Your CAIT/CPT Certificate will be published in ISPI.ORG and ACCREDIBLE.COM

No Training Fees

No Exam Fees

Certification Fees

CAIT Pricing

CAIT Discount and Bundles

We're offering a special discount to the pioneering applicants! Get 50% off your CAIT application through December 31, 2026!

Take advantage of additional discounts when you bundle.

Whether you are a Learning Professional, Manager, Leaders, Student or Faculty

ISPI has the Tools, Strategies, and Resources to Help You Make a Difference

CAIT and CPT application fees are all-inclusive. Your fee covers the costs associated with processing your application, evaluation by a qualified CAIT/CPT reviewer, and issuance of your CAIT/CPT certificate.
Your CAIT/CPT Certificate will be published in ISPI.ORG and ACCREDIBLE.COM