Certified Production AI Architect

The highest PAI credential. Reserved for architects who design production AI systems at enterprise scale. Fewer than 500 holders globally — by design.

CPAP required before applying for CPAA

The CPAA portfolio assumes demonstrated practitioner-level evidence. You must hold CPAP first.

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Prerequisites

✓CPAP (Certified Production AI Practitioner)
✓Minimum 2 years production AI deployment experience
✓Evidence of architecture-level responsibility across ≥2 organisations or programmes

Portfolio scope

→Architectural decision records for 2+ production AI systems
→Evidence of safety framework design and enforcement
→Demonstration of cross-team governance and mentorship
→Post-incident reviews at architectural level

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CPAA applications are reviewed by invitation and referral. Express interest and we'll contact you when your portfolio profile is eligible.

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