Who can earn the CAE certification?

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

How do I register for the CAE exam?

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

Do I need prior industry experience to take the exam?

No prior industry experience is required. CAE is designed for an emerging discipline. Mastery is demonstrated through completion of training and performance on the scenario-based exam.

What is the format of the CAE exam?

The exam consists of real-world, scenario-based prompts. There are no multiple-choice questions. The exam evaluates applied engineering judgment, implementation readiness, and production-grade thinking.

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 ($499) again.

How long is the CAE 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 CAE exam or by completing the most recent version of the top-level course associated with your certification tier.

How can I get help or ask additional questions?

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