CIPP-US.AE1

IAPP CIPP / US Certified Information Privacy Professional Study Guide

Privacy law made simple–prepare for the CIPP/US exam and stay one step ahead of the data security.

  • 10 Interactive Lessons and 57 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
  • 414 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests

Intermediate Self-paced · 1 year access

10Interactive Lessons
57Topics
414Practice Test Questions
185Flashcards
77Glossary of terms

01 / Skills you'll get

What you will be able to do

This IAPP CIPP/US Certified Information Privacy Professional study guide gives you the full scoop on privacy laws and practices in the U.S. It covers everything from privacy principles to legal requirements across states and industries. 

You’ll explore real-world privacy issues like data governance, online privacy, and regulatory enforcement. 

Above all, get savvy about workplace privacy, incident response, and international data transfers to pass the CIPP/US Certification exam. 

  • Interpret U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including data breach notification and sector-specific rules.
  • Apply privacy principles to design and implement effective data protection programs. 
  • Evaluate the roles of federal and state regulatory authorities in privacy enforcement. 
  • Assess privacy risks related to cybersecurity threats, incident response, and vendor management.
  • Navigate workplace privacy issues, data collection, and employee monitoring practices. 
  • Manage cross-border data transfers in line with international frameworks like APEC.

Course Highlights

  • 10 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
  • 414 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
  • 1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices

02 / Lessons & labs

See exactly what you will learn and practice

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Lessons

10 Interactive Lessons · 57 topics
01 Introduction 3 topics
  • The CIPP/US Exam
  • CIPP/US Exam Objectives
  • CIPP/US Certification Exam Objective Map
02 Privacy in the Modern Era 8 topics
  • Introduction to Privacy
  • Generally Accepted Privacy Principles
  • Developing a Privacy Program
  • Online Privacy
  • Privacy and Cybersecurity
  • Privacy by Design
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
03 Legal Environment 6 topics
  • Branches of Government
  • Understanding Laws
  • Legal Liability
  • Torts and Negligence
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
04 Regulatory Enforcement 5 topics
  • Federal Regulatory Authorities
  • State Regulatory Authorities
  • Self‐Regulatory Programs
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
05 Information Management 7 topics
  • Data Governance
  • Workforce Training
  • Cybersecurity  Threats
  • Incident Response
  • Vendor Management
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

03 / Exam details

IAPP CIPP / US Certified Information Privacy Professional Study Guide Details

Prepare for the (CIPP/US) exam with the comprehensive IAPP CIPP / US Certified Information Privacy Professional Study Guide. This course offers interactive lessons, quizzes, practice tests, and assessments to help you gain the necessary knowledge and experience to succeed in the exam. With the concepts like modern-era privacy, legal environment, regulatory enforcement, information management, and so on, you can enhance your expertise in information privacy.

Official exam objectives →
Questions 90 (per exam)
Duration 150 minutes (per exam)
Passing Score Exam scores are solely based on the total number of correctly answered scored questions. There is no scaling, nor are questions weighted differently, nor are there performance requirements for individual sections of the exam. All that is required to earn a passing score of 300+ is answering a set number of questions correctly, out of all the scored questions on the exam.  (scaled score)
Exam Fee $550 USD (per exam)
Delivered by Pearson VUE (in-person or online)
Question Format Multiple and scenario-based questions single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests 414 Practice Questions (mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification CIPP-US.AE1 IAPP credential

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04 / FAQs

Questions before you start

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What is an IAPP Certified Information Privacy Professional?
An IAPP Certified Information Privacy Professional US is a credential expert in privacy laws and regulations, specifically trained to manage and protect personal data according to U.S. or international standards.
How much does CIPP US cost?
The CIPP/US exam costs around $500 per region, with additional IAPP membership fees if you’re not already a member.
What are the benefits of obtaining the CIPP/US certification?
Earning CIPP certification shows the world that you’re an expert in privacy law, making you more competitive in roles that require knowledge of compliance, data protection, and privacy best practices.
What is the difference between CISSP, CIPT, and CIPP?

  • CISSP focuses on overall information security practices. 
  • CIPT (Certified Information Privacy Technologist) emphasizes technology and privacy engineering. 
  • CIPP is all about privacy law and compliance, specifically the legal frameworks surrounding data protection. 
What is the CIPP US passing score?
You must achieve a passing score of 300 out of 500.

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