Who can earn the CAA certification?

Any active AEI member who completes the required CAA training courses and submits the CAA exam is eligible to earn the certification.

Is CAE required before pursuing CAA?

No. CAE is not required to pursue the CAA certification. However, CAE is strongly recommended, especially for candidates who want deeper hands-on familiarity with agentic engineering practices before moving into system-level architecture.

How do I register for the CAA exam?

Once you complete the required courses, you can register by emailing certificate@agenticengineeringinstitute.com.

What is the format of the CAA exam?

The exam consists of scenario-based architectural prompts. There are no multiple-choice questions. The exam evaluates system-level design judgment, architectural coherence, integration strategy, and trust-by-design under enterprise constraints.

How long do I have to complete the exam?

You must submit your completed answer sheet within 72 hours (3 days) of receiving the exam package. Late submissions are declined and not evaluated.

What happens if I miss the submission deadline?

If you miss the 72-hour submission window, your submission will be declined. You may request a new exam package by paying a $99 exam processing fee, which includes a new set of exam questions.

What are the pass and fail outcomes?

If you pass, you receive a digital certificate and inclusion in the AEI Certified Directory.
If you do not pass, you may retake the exam after 1 month. If you do not pass a second attempt, you must wait 3 months and retake the exam with full payment again.

How long is the CAA certification valid?

All AEI certifications are valid for 2 years, reflecting the rapid evolution of agentic systems.

How do I renew my certification?

You may renew by retaking the updated CAA exam or by completing the most recent version of the top-level course associated with the CAA certification tier.

Where can I display my certification?

You will receive a digital certificate and a LinkedIn-ready badge. Certified professionals are also listed in the AEI Certified Directory.

How can I get help or ask additional questions?

For certification-related questions or support, contact certificate@agenticengineeringinstitute.com.