RMIA Certification / Specific Certification

Certified Practising Risk Associate – (CPRA®)

Ready to advance your career in risk management? With 1–3 years of experience in the industry, becoming a CPRA® could set you apart as a skilled professional.

Why become a Certified Practicing Risk Associate (CPRA®)?

  1. Professional recognition

    Achieving the CPRA® certification is a mark of credibility, validating your knowledge and skills in risk management. Use the CPRA® post-nominal and proudly display the CPRA® badge on your resume, LinkedIn profile, and all professional communications.

  2. Stand out in the job market

    CPRA® certification gives you a competitive edge by signalling to potential employers that you have formal training in risk management. With CPRA®, you’ll be prioritised when shortlisted for jobs in risk management and related fields.

  3. Access to continuing education and networking

    CPRA® holders receive access to exclusive learning opportunities to stay current with risk management trends and best practices. Connect with a community of risk professionals through RMIA’s events, mentorship programs, and networking activities.

  4. Industry-recognised expertise

    CPRA® certification ensures you “speak the language” of risk management, providing a trusted foundation in essential risk management principles. It’s a respected credential that verifies your competency and readiness for dynamic roles in risk.

“The learning that you do through RMIA is invaluable. The Enterprise Risk Management course gave me an in depth understanding of ISO 31000 and the practical application for my organisation.”

Prue Fellowes, MRMIA CPRA, Commercial and Finance Manager

Pathways for Career Development

The CPRA® certification process is structured to support risk professionals at different stages, with tailored pathways that cater to a variety of risk-related roles. Whether you’re starting your career or looking to formalise your experience, RMIA’s flexible certification options ensure that your growth is supported.

As part of the examination process for CPRA®, candidates need to be familiar with RMIA’s Risk Management Body of Knowledge (RMBoK). Upon applying for CPRA®, members have access to the documents below, to study prior to the exam:

  1. RMBoK Domain 1 – Communication and Consultation v2.5

  2. RMBoK Domain 2 – Establish the Context v2.5

  3. RMBoK Domain 3 – Risk Assessment v2.4

  4. RMBoK Domain 4 – Risk Treatment v2.4

  5. RMBoK Domain 5 – Monitoring and Reviewing v2.6

  6. RMBoK Domain 6 – Governance v2.0

Certification fees:

  • Cost of application processing, panel review and examination: $99

  • Annual renewal fee CPRM®: $150

Pre-requisites include:

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