How can I earn the CCLP designation via the challenge exam?
If you are confident you have mastered the 8 critical competency areas and skills in supply chain logistics management – and you have at least
3 years of relevant SCL work experience – you can take CITT's new,
two-step challenge exam competency assessment process to earn the CCLP designation. The first step is to complete a multiple choice exam. This is followed by a practical interview / oral exam. CCLP designation seekers who successfully complete both can apply to become CCLP designation holders and full, voting members of CITT.
How much does the challenge exam cost?
A full schedule of fees is available here, but the rate to take the challenge exam is $1575 (about the cost to take two courses in the CCLP program of study). Special pro-rated pricing is available for those who have already invested in earning the CCLP designation by taking courses in CITT's CCLP program of study. If you have taken courses towards the CCLP designation, please contact Anthony at info@citt.ca or 416-363-5696 ext. 30 for more information.
Is Canadian experience required?
Not necessarily. In order to take the
challenge exam, you must have a minimum of three years' relevant
supply chain logistics experience - that experience can be in Canada or
another country, or a combination of both. However, there is significant
coverage of topics specific to Canada in the challenge exam, and if
you don't have practical or educational understanding of supply chain
logistics in Canada, you may be unable to successfully complete it. If
you need to build your expertise in Canada-specific topics - such as
legislation and geographic considerations - CITT's Program of Study may
be your better option to earning the CCLP designation.
How do I know if the challenge exam is right for me?
CITT developed the challenge exam
for mid-to-senior level people who’ve worked in the business for some
time. The minimum experience level to qualify to hold the CCLP designation
is three years, but people who want to challenge in will likely need to
have more than that to accumulate the competencies we assess. Most
mid-level people and up—especially if they have varied experience across
the sector—will be good candidates to consider this path.
That said, people shouldn’t opt for
this route just to save money, or time. This is a rigorous exam, and
real experience and practical insights are required in order to pass.
Those that don't yet have the wide base of knowledge would be best to
invest in the coursework to build that knowledge.
Similar to CITT's CCLP program
of study, the challenge exam does touch on content that is unique to
the business of supply chain logistics in Canada, including our
geography and modal options, laws and regulations, and considerations
when doing trade across borders and internationally, from the Canadian
perspective. So people who come from beyond Canada but do business with
Canadian companies or across our borders may still have the relevant
knowledge and experience, or this may be an area where additional
learning is required.
CITT does offer a shorter, optional
test that people can take to help predict their readiness to succeed on
the full exam. After the test you’ll learn how far from the standard you
scored, to give you an idea if you’re ready. There is also a study guide available, with invaluable information about the exam content and format.
About the Multiple Choice Exam
What does the multiple choice exam cover?
The multiple choice exam tests your knowledge, critical thinking & application of
concepts related to 8 competency areas and skills. It includes both standalone questions, and question sets based on business case scenarios. Candidates need to have both knowledge in the subject matter area, but also practical experience and the ability to apply that knowledge.
Note: The multiple choice exam does touch on content that is unique to the business of supply chain logistics in Canada,
including our geography and modal options, laws and regulations, and
considerations when doing trade across borders and internationally, from
the Canadian perspective.
How long is the multiple choice exam ?
The multiple choice exam consists of 125 multiple-choice questions. Exams start at a pre-arranged date and time, and candidates can have up to four hours from the start time to complete the exam.
How do I prepare for the multiple choice exam?
CITT has prepared a study guide
to help you prepare - which is available for just $30, and is included
free when you register for the challenge exam. At a minimum, we suggest
you start by reviewing the 8 competency areas and skills. You might decide to do some review of areas that you don't touch on every day in your job. Taking the optional Practice Test can
help you identify areas where you might need a refresher - and you'll
also get the study guide for free when you take the Practice Test.
Please note, the
study guide and other resources will help you assess your level of
preparedness, but they are not adequate to make up for existing gaps in
your knowledge or experience. If you have significant gaps, you might consider instead pursuing the course-based program of study to earn the CCLP designation.
When can I write the multiple choice exam?
Once you have registered for the challenge exam, CITT staff will be in
touch and will work with you to book the exact date and time
for your exam.
Where do I write the multiple choice exam?
You can write the exam at a location of your choosing. The only requirement is a stable internet connection, but we recommend you find somewhere quiet and private so that you can take up to 4 hours to complete the exam without being disturbed. The exam is hosted online and must be written under closed-book, proctored conditions. A remote proctor from CITT national office will oversee your multiple choice exam using Zoom. A web camera or smartphone camera is required.
When will I get my multiple choice exam results?
Results will be released confidentially to the candidate within two weeks of the exam date.
What happens if I don't pass the multiple choice exam?
If you don't achieve the pass mark,
you'll receive a report to help you target the competency areas where
you need attention. If you want to rewrite the exam, you can do so at
the rewrite fee ($630) when you feel ready, within one calendar year
from your initial attempt. For those who miss the standard by a wide
margin, taking select courses may be an option. Completing the
course-based program of study also remains an option to earn the CCLP designation.
About the Practical Interview
What does the practical interview cover?
The practical interview assesses your
knowledge, skills and abilities in the same competency areas as the
exam. Similar to a job interview, the practical interview includes both
behavioural questions which ask about your actual on-the-job
experiences, as well as situational questions that ask you to apply your knowledge to theoretical business scenarios. Candidates are assessed
using a standardized scoring sheet designed with input from subject
matter experts, overseen by a testing expert to be as fair and objective
as possible.
How do I prepare for the practical interview ?
As soon as your practical interview is
scheduled, you'll receive a copy of the Practical Interview Candidate
Guide with general information to help you prepare for your interview,
including a high-level overview of the competency sub-skills that will
be covered in the interview. You can prepare much like you would for a
job interview, thinking about times in your career when you've
experienced situations or made decisions related to the sub-skills that
will be covered.
Who will conduct my practical interview ?
You will be assigned two trained assessors who are senior-level SCL professionals and CCLP designation
holders. The lead assessor will conduct the interview, and both
assessors will complete a scoring sheet, to ensure your interview is
thoroughly documented.
When can I do my practical interview ?
Once you've successfully passed the
multiple choice exam, CITT staff will be in touch to schedule your practical interview between you and your two assessors. Interviews be scheduled to
happen during work hours, evenings or even on weekends – whatever works
best for your schedule.
Where do I do my practical interview ?
The interview is conducted over Zoom. Pick a location where you will be comfortable, and also free from distractions.
When will I get my practical interview results?
You'll be informed of your results within 5 business days of your interview date.
About the Practice Test / Readiness Check
What is the practice test?
CITT offers a shorter, optional test
that people can take to help assess their readiness for the challenge
exam. Taking it will give you a sense of what the multiple choice exam will
be like. Based on your results you may opt to proceed to the challenge
exam, or you may decide there are some specific areas you need to
brush up on before challenging in. Or you might choose to pursue CITT's course-based program of study to earn the CCLP designation. Click here to sign up to take the practice test.
How much does the practice test cost?
The rate to take the practice test is
$299. Special pro-rated pricing is available for those who have already
invested in earning the CCLP designation by taking courses in CITT's CCLP program of study. If you have taken courses towards the CCLP designation, please contact Anthony at info@citt.ca or 416-363-5696 ext. 30 for more information.
When can I take the practice test?
You can sign up for the practice test any time – it's available year round. Once you sign up, you'll receive
instructions and login information within 5 business days of
registering.
When will I get the results for my practice test?
Once you've completed the practice test , you'll receive your results and recommendation within 5 business days.
What information will I get after I complete the practice test?
After you take this test, you'll
receive a report showing how you scored relative to the pass standard,
overall and within each competency area. And we'll give you an
assessment of your readiness to qualify for the CCLP designation
via the challenge
exam. You'll also receive personalized suggestions
for additional preparatory learning, if needed, to develop competency
area knowledge where you scored far from the standard.
Please note, CITT does not
provide copies of the correct questions & answers for this test or
the formal competency assessments. The practice test is for diagnostic
purposes only and is not intended as a study aid.