CAIA Association policies and procedures are designed to support fairness, consistency, and integrity across our programs, designation, services, and community. All individuals who engage with CAIA Association are responsible for reading, understanding, and complying with the policies.
Candidates
CAIA Association Candidate Agreement
Review the terms and responsibilities that apply to individuals registering for or participating in the CAIA exam.
CAIA Association Examination – Exam Irregularities and Score Review
Remedies available to Candidates for errors in the processing, preparation, handling, or scoring of exams.
CAIA Association Examination – Admission and Appointment Policy
All Candidates must follow these instructions, or you will not be admitted into the testing center.
CAIA Association Examination – Calculator Policy
Only two (2) calculator models are authorized for use during CAIA exams.
CAIA Association Examination – Emergency Deferral
For registered Candidates who cannot sit for their scheduled exam and want to move to a new exam window.
CAIA Association Examination – Exam Day Disruptions or Exam Compromise
If there is a disruption during your exam experience.
CAIA Association Examination – Identification Policy
CAIA Association requires that every CAIA Candidate brings a valid and approved form of identification and a printed copy of the exam confirmation to their exam appointment. Learn what to do if you are unable to meet any of these requirements.
CAIA Association Examination – Personal Belongings Policy
Learn what items are permitted in the testing room, what is not permitted, and policy procedures.
CAIA Association Examination – Misconduct and Confidentiality Violations
If you engage in any misconduct during the CAIA exam, you may be dismissed from the test center and subject to other penalties. Read all Misconduct and Rules Violations.
CAIA Association Examination – Non-Disclosure Agreement
CAIA Candidates must agree to the Nondisclosure Agreement before they will be allowed to begin the exam.
CAIA Association Examination – Remote Proctored Exam Causes of Unsuccessful Exam Experience and Delivery
Candidates approved for a Remote Proctored Exam must familiarize themselves with best practices for successful completion.
CAIA Association Examination – Testing Accommodations & Grievance Policy
CAIA Association is committed to offering the CAIA exam in a manner and location accessible to individuals with disabilities, in compliance with legal regulations. Learn about the requirements for requesting disability accommodations.
CAIA Association Examination – Stackable Credential Eligibility Policy
Participation guidelines for CFA charterholders.
CAIA Association Examination Fee Schedule + Refund Policy
Fee structure for exam participation.
CAIA Association Examination – Waiver and Release
Review the waiver and release terms that apply to participation in CAIA Association examination activities.
Members
CAIA Association Member Agreement
Review the terms, responsibilities, and professional expectations that apply to CAIA Members.
CAIA Association Membership Requirements
Review the requirements for joining as a CAIA Member.
CAIA Association Member Volunteer Policy
Review the guidelines and expectations for Members who volunteer with CAIA Association programs, events, chapters, or initiatives.
Fee Structure for Membership Due
Fee structure for CAIA Membership dues.
General
OFAC Compliance Policy
CAIA Association complies with The Office of Foreign Asset Control (“OFAC”) Policy and is unable to provide services to individuals who live in countries subject to certain sanctions.
CAIA Association Antitrust Policy
This law aims to promote fair competition and prevent unfair business practices that could harm consumers.
Intellectual Property Policy and use of the CAIA Marks
The CAIA marks must be displayed following these guidelines established by the CAIA Association.
CAIA Association Duty to Inform
Review the obligation to notify CAIA Association of matters that may affect eligibility, participation, Membership, or use of the CAIA designation.
CAIA Association Discipline Procedures
Review the procedures CAIA Association may follow when evaluating potential policy violations, misconduct, or other disciplinary matters.
Policy Changes
The CAIA Association may change its conditions, requirements, policies, and procedures governing the CAIA Program and CAIA Membership from time to time. Candidates and Members are required to adhere to the revised conditions, requirements, policies, and procedures, which will be published on this website.
Notify Us
If you have witnessed or know of a violation of any of the above policies by a CAIA Candidate or Member, we encourage you to report violations via email misconduct@caia.org.
