The Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals (ICCP) was founded in 1973 with the goal of establishing professional standards for the computing industry. It is comprised of constituent societies and affiliate societies that promote its certification programs, of which there are two – the Certified Computing Professional (CCP) and the Associate Computing Professional. The ICCP also has more specialized certificiations in the Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP), Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), and Information Systems Analyst (ISA).

All told there are seven certifications. Two fall into the entry level class:

• Associate Computing Professional (ACP)
• Information Systems Analyst (ISA)

Five fall in the processional level:

• Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP)
• Certified Computing Professional (CCP)
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• Certified IT Consultant (CITC)
• Certified IT Compliance Professional (CITCP)

There are usually three exams per certification and recertification is required annually. Fees include an annual fee and a recertification fee.