About the certification
The NIST SP 800-50 Rev. 1, Building a Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program, describes how a federal organization can design, develop, implement, and maintain a Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program (CPLP) as part of an enterprise cybersecurity and privacy program. The NIST Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program Foundation is a certification intended for professionals seeking to validate their foundational knowledge of NIST SP 800-50 Rev. 1, Building a Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program.
The exam covers topics such as Scope and Purpose of the NIST SP 800-50r1, CPLP Plan and Strategy, CPLP Analysis and Design, CPLP Development and Implementation, and CPLP Assessment and Improvement.
The NIST Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program Foundation certification is an online, closed-book, remotely proctored exam. It consists of 40 questions, and the passing score is 70%. Candidates have 60 minutes to complete the exam.
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Exam details
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Exam code |
ITC-199 |
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Launch date |
January 28, 2026 |
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Exam description |
The NIST Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program Foundation certification exam validates the candidate’s foundational knowledge of the implementation of a Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program (CPLP), as described in NIST SP 800-50 Rev. 1, Building a Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program. |
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Current version |
1.0 |
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Exam format |
Multiple choice; Computer-based; Closed Book; Online Proctored Exam. |
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Number of questions |
40 questions |
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Passing score |
70% (28 out of 40) |
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Exam duration |
60 minutes |
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Level |
Foundation |
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Languages |
English |
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Exam description |
The exam covers topics such as as Scope and Purpose of the NIST SP 800-50r1, CPLP Plan and Strategy, CPLP Analysis and Design, CPLP Development and Implementation, and CPLP Assessment and Improvement. |
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RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY |
16 hours |
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Bloom's Taxonomy |
Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying) |
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Recommended reading |
• NIST SP 800-50 Rev. 1, Building a Cybersecurity and Privacy Learning Program |
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Prerequisites |
There are no prerequisites for this certification |
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Recommended experience |
Six months of work experience in Cybersecurity and Privacy |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
Exam Content Outline
| Domains | Weight |
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1. as Scope and Purpose of the NIST SP 800-50r1 |
20% |
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2. CPLP Plan and Strategy |
20% |
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3. CPLP Analysis and Design |
20% |
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4. CPLP Development and Implementation |
20% |
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5. CPLP Assessment and Improvement |
20% |
Total | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?
After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.
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Does the exam voucher include a retake?
The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.
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Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?
There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.
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What is the exam retake policy?
If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).
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How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?
Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.
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Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?
Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.
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Which languages are the exams available in?
Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.
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Where can I take the exams?
Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.
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Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?
ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.
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How can a potential employer verify my certifications?
Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.
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