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Become a Member

Become a Member

Review the ITA Certification Framework and choose the certification level that matches your current experience before starting registration.

Three certification levels, from foundation to senior recognition

The ITA Certification Framework is structured to support new entrants, working professionals, and senior-level recognition. Start by identifying the level that matches your current experience, then use the registration route to begin the application process.

ITA Certification Framework

The framework is organised into three levels so candidates can align certification expectations with their current experience, job scope, and professional goals.

Level 1

Foundation

ITA Certified Foundation (ITA-CF)

Positioning

Entry-level certification

Suitable for

  • People with no prior experience
  • Students
  • Career changers
  • New IB staff
  • Support staff
  • Community operations staff

Requirements

  • Complete the required learning
  • Pass the online examination
  • No work experience is required

Coverage

  • Market fundamentals
  • OTC / CFD fundamentals
  • Compliance concepts
  • KYC / AML
  • Risk fundamentals
  • Professional ethics

Level 2

Professional

ITA Certified Professional (ITA-CP)

Positioning

Practitioner certification

Suitable for

  • Broker staff
  • IB managers
  • Dealing / operations staff
  • Compliance support
  • Account managers

Requirements

  • Relevant work experience, for example 1 to 2 years
  • Pass the professional examination
  • Submit professional information

Coverage

  • Broker operations
  • Risk management
  • Liquidity concepts
  • Client onboarding
  • Market structure
  • Professional conduct

Level 3

Senior / Fellow

ITA Certified Senior Professional (ITA-CSP)

ITA Fellow (FITA)

Positioning

Senior recognition route

This level is presented in the framework as a senior or fellow-grade recognition path for advanced practitioners.