NAPS — National Association of Personnel Services
naps360.org ↗CPC — Certified Personnel Consultant (CPC)
CertificationUnited StatesIntermediate
What it is
The NAPS CPC covers direct hire/search practice and US employment laws. It is a different credential from the Canadian ACSESS CPC.
Credential awarded: CPC (NAPS)
Who it’s for / prerequisites
US direct-hire and search recruiters.
See NAPS.
Pathway
- 1Purchase the manual and exam
- 2Study the manual
- 3Pass the exam
Training / modules
No single mandatory training — credential obtained by exam/experience according to the body’s requirements.
Exam or assessment
150 questions, 2 hours; 75% (113 correct answers) to pass.
Why get it as a recruiter
A US industry credential for direct-hire recruiters.
Maintenance / renewal
NAPS certification requires continuing education (see NAPS).
Official costs
| Manual + exam + certificate — non-member | US$600 |
| Manual + exam + certificate — member | US$300 |
| Retest — non-member | US$300 |
| Retest — member | US$150 |
Amounts are paid to the issuing body, never to RBB.
Prices and requirements verified on October 13, 2026 and subject to change; always confirm with the issuing body.
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