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Certified Prompt Architect

Design enterprise-grade LLM systems.

The CPA is the expert-level certification for senior professionals who design and lead complex LLM implementations, including multi-agent systems, governance frameworks, and enterprise architectures.

Quick Facts

Exam Price$399
Questions150
Duration4 hours
Passing Score700/1000
Validity3 years
50 CPE credits/year required

Who It's For

Senior engineers, system architects, technical leads, and engineering managers

Requirements

  • Hold CPE for 1+ year OR 3 years professional experience
  • Pass the CPA examination
  • Submit architecture portfolio
  • Pass panel interview

Exam Format

Designed to validate real-world skills through multiple question types.

150
Questions
4 hours
Duration
700/1000
Passing Score

Question Types

Multiple Choice40%
Scenario-Based25%
System Design35%

Domains Covered

4 comprehensive domains covering everything you need to know.

Multi-Agent Systems

30%
Agent orchestrationTool chainsState managementError recoveryCoordination patterns

Production Architecture

25%
Scaling strategiesCost optimizationLatency managementObservabilityDisaster recovery

Governance Frameworks

25%
Policy documentationAudit trailsCompliance mappingChange managementRisk assessment

Leadership & Strategy

20%
Team buildingVendor managementRoadmap planningStakeholder communication

What You'll Achieve

Skills and competencies validated by the CPA certification.

1
Design complex multi-agent orchestration systems
2
Create enterprise governance frameworks
3
Lead technical teams in LLM implementations
4
Build audit-ready documentation and processes
5
Make strategic technology decisions

Continuing Professional Education

Maintain your CPA certification by earning 50 CPE credits per year. Credits can be earned through courses, conferences, publishing, mentoring, and other professional activities.

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