APICS The Association for Operations Management Certification Program
Certified Supply Chain Professional
The APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) is the first globally recognized comprehensive certification program designed for supply chain management professionals. The APICS CSCP designation is the first and only global supply chain credential accepted by the world’s top manufacturers.
By earning the APICS CSCP designation you:
- Validate your ability to create and execute supply chain strategies that meet customer needs and increase profits
- Increase your professional value to employers
The APICS CSCP program addresses the entire supply chain-extending past your internal operations-from your suppliers, through your company, to your end customers.
Visit the APICS website to learn more.
NOTE: Beginning January 1, 2011 the following fees will go into effect:
- scheduling an exam by phone $10
- rescheduling an exam more than 24 hours before the scheduled date $15
- canceling an exam more than 24 hours prior to the scheduled testing appointment will result in a cancellation fee of $200. Exams cancelled later than this will result in the forfeiture of the entire exam fee.
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP and CSCPI) 2010/2011 Exam Windows
| Exam Window | Reservations Open |
|---|---|
| July 3, 2010–August 7, 2010 | May 5, 2010 |
| December 4, 2010–January 15, 2011 | October 6, 2010 |
| March 12, 2011–April 16, 2011 | January 26, 2011 |
| June 26, 2011–August 6, 2011 | May 11, 2011 |
| December 3, 2011–January 14, 2012 | October 19, 2011 |
[ Domestic Process | International Process ]
CSCP Domestic Registration Process – North American Candidates Only
To register for the APICS CSCP exam, you must first be approved to test. Please be prepared to have the following information available when you register online or call Pearson VUE:
- APICS customer ID number in the format APICS1234567. Candidates with 6-digit ID must add a leading zero to their ID number.
- Method of payment — Valid exam voucher, credit card, or electronic check
Please Note: Your credit card will be charged at the time of registration, not the exam date. - Personal information — Mailing address, telephone number, and email address
- Exam information — Preferred testing date and testing location
Schedule Your Exam with Pearson VUE Online or by Phone.
The registration deadline for all computer-based exams is 24-hours before the exam date. However, this does not guarantee that the candidate will be able to schedule their exam on their first preferred date. Exam seats are limited and are given on a first come, first served basis. We encourage all candidates to schedule their exam as early as possible.
Note About Online Scheduling
Online scheduling with Pearson VUE is a two-step process. The first step is to create a “Web Account” which contains your user profile. When you have completed the first step, you will receive an e-mail that allows you to continue to the second step. The second step is to schedule (and, if necessary, pay for) your testing appointment.
Domestic APICS members must use the promotion code “member” in order to get the member exam fee.
Domestic candidates who have previously taken a computer-based CSCP test through Pearson VUE must use the promotion code “CSCPRetake” in order to get the discounted retake exam fee.
Domestic candidates can get EITHER the member discount or the retake discount, but not both.
Domestic candidates who have only taken the paper and pencil CSCP test must contact APICS Customer Support to purchase a voucher in order to get the discounted retake fee.
CSCPI International Registration Process-International Candidates Only
- Purchase Your CSCPI exam directly from your local Certification Administrator.
- Candidates will have a 48 hour verification turnaround time before they will be able to schedule their APICS CSCPI exam.
- The Certification Administrator will send an “approval to schedule” e-mail directly to the candidates with Pearson VUE scheduling instructions.
- Schedule Your Exam With Pearson VUE Online or by Phone.
The registration deadline for all computer-based exams is 24-hours before the exam date. However, this does not guarantee that the candidate will be able to schedule their exam on their first preferred date. Exam seats are limited and are given on a first come, first served basis. We encourage all candidates to schedule their exam as early as possible. 
- Please have the following information ready when you schedule your exam with Pearson VUE
- The name and date of the exam and the location of the testing center
- Your mailing address, telephone number, and e-mail address
- Your APICS ID number in the format APICS1234567. Candidates with 6-digit ID must add a leading zero to their ID number.
- Exam Series Code (CSCPI)
Note About Online Scheduling
Online scheduling with Pearson VUE is a two-step process. The first step is to create a “Web Account” which contains your user profile. When you have completed the first step, you will receive an e-mail that allows you to continue to the second step. The second step is to schedule (and, if necessary, pay for) your testing appointment.