The Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and the Certified Professional Public Officer (CPPO) certifications are administered by the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP).
To be eligible to sit for certification examinations, applicants must meet minimum education and experience requirements as outlined in the Certifications area of the NIGP web site.
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Upcoming Certification Classes
PPAC offers CPPO and CPPB certification preparation classes each year to assist members who are seeking these certifications. Check the Upcoming Events area of our web site, or contact Tammy Bradley at (860) 523-3197 for information on the next scheduled class.
CPPO and CPPB Re-certification
Re-certification for CPPO and CPPB is required every five (5) years from the effective date on the certificate. The intent of the re-certification process is to ensure that designees remain active in the profession through purchasing association membership, contributions to the profession and continuous educational opportunities.
For more information, visit the NIGP web site.
