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CITP* - Certified International Trade Professional
Welcome to the world’s leading professional designation for global business professionals.
Prestigious, progressive, and professional, the ClTP* is earned by meeting competency standards as set by FITT, Canada’s international trade training and professional certification authority.
To achieve the CITP* designation, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the educational requirements by achieving the FITT Diploma (or equivalency thereof)
- Complete or prove a minimum of one year, full-time, international trade work experience
- Agree to the Standards of Ethical Conduct
- Pay the annual dues and maintain membership in good standing (Payment for first year will not be taken until application process is complete)
- Engage in ongoing professional development
These requirements can be met in several ways—find the path that’s right for you!
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- Academic Path – for New Students / New Career
Complete the eight FITTskills courses, or equivalent, with any FITT educational partner to get started! There, you’ll learn first-hand from seasoned international trade professionals and will develop the knowledge required for success in today’s competitive global markets. You can also use FITTskills Online to learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world. Learn more about the Academic Path.
- Professional Path – for International Trade Graduates / Professionals
Prior experience and learning do count. Professionals and graduates can obtain exemptions from FITTskills courses through FITT’s Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process that provides credit for previous international trade work and/or education. Learn more about the Professional Path.
- Executive Path – for Highly Experienced Applicants
Highly experienced professionals (10+ years) who have clearly achieved success in the field of international trade can apply for their designation directly through the CITP* Executive Path. To find out if you qualify, or to apply as an executive CITP*, learn more about the Executive Path.
- SME Accelerated Accreditation – for FITTskills/Accredited Course Instructors
Teaching FITTskills? You may qualify for exemptions through the SME Accelerated Accreditation Path for the courses that you’ve taught. Obtain credits without having to re-acquire established knowledge. To find out more, or to download an application form, learn more about the SME Accelerated Accreditation.
Still not sure where you FITT in? Contact our membership department today to find the path that’s right for you: membership@fitt.ca / 800.561.3488
*FITT’s professional designation in the
