Become a Certified Accounts
Payable Professional (CAPP)
Over 100,000 AP professionals worldwide hold an IFOL certification. The undisputed mark of excellence for accounts payable careers, recognized across United States.
Open registration · No prerequisites · Platform access begins immediately
Programme structure
Three professional certification
levels to choose from.
CAPS and CAPM are each awarded as independent professional certifications, the most rigorous technical and management credentials in the AP industry. The CAPP® designation is conferred upon practitioners who hold both, representing the gold standard of AP certification. All three levels are issued by IFOL, the globally recognised AP professional body.
Technical LevelAP operations, invoice processing, vendor management, controls.
Management LevelAP leadership, team management, strategy, CFO reporting.
Full DesignationThe complete AP designation, conferred on holders of both CAPS and CAPM.
CAPS + CAPM = CAPP® Full Designation
From a certified member
"My CAPP credential was the deciding factor. The hiring manager told me directly it was the most credible AP certification she'd seen."
About CAPP Certification
The Accounts Payable Practitioner (CAPP) programme is the most advanced and sought-after professional credential in the field of Accounts Payable. Earning CAPP, CAPM, or CAPS is an investment in your career that will set you apart in a highly competitive field.
The qualification process
Select your certification level and complete enrollment online. Payment can be made in a single payment or in interest-free monthly instalments, 6 months for CAPS or CAPM, 10 months for CAPP®. Platform access begins immediately.
Fees & registration →Access all course materials, module assessments, practice exams, and tutor support within the IFOL Virtual Academy. Study is self-paced within the access period (12 months for CAPS/CAPM, 18 months for CAPP®). Live masterclass sessions are included and recorded.
Programme overview →Exams are taken online within the IFOL Virtual Academy at a date of your choosing within the access period. There is no fixed sitting date. Three exam attempts are included in the registration fee.
About the exam →Not sure which level to start at? The certification guide breaks down CAPS, CAPM and CAPP with example study plans.
The CAPP certification programme gives you practical skills which all employers need
"The CAPP programme gives me targeted training in AP and further enhances my understanding as an Accounts Payable Manager. I have also learned skills to better my team such as ensuring that internal controls are correctly in place."
Stacy Adelubi, Accounts Payable and Receivable Manager
- Flexible content and classes make it easy to fit learning around your life
- Specialist content and expert tutors
- Universally recognised and respected
- Over 100,000 Accounts Payable professionals have chosen CAPP
- Practical knowledge and skills which can be applied immediately
What registration includes
Everything you need from first study session to printed certificate, no hidden extras, no additional exam fees.
About IFOL
The Institute of Financial Operations and Leadership (IFOL) is the internationally recognized professional body for accounts payable practitioners. IFOL administers the CAPS, CAPM, and CAPP® certifications, which are recognised by employers across more than 60 countries.
About IFOL →From certified members
"My CAPP credential was the deciding factor. The hiring manager told me directly it was the most credible AP certification she'd seen."
"I went from AP Clerk to AP Manager within 18 months of completing CAPS and CAPM. The CAPP credential was the tipping point in every interview."
"My company sponsored my CAPP enrolment after I showed them the curriculum. It completely changed how leadership views the AP function."
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
For United States candidates, certification, registration, and exam.
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