Candidate Institutions of the CPCA Certification Commission develop a Self-Study that focuses on meeting the standards of Administration and Academics. Following a successful review of the Self-Study a Site Visit comprised of Commission Staff and representatives from Commission Institutions is required. A successful Site Visit results in Institutional Certification by the CPCA Certification Commission. The duration for CPCA Certification is from 1 – 3 years. The Annual Institutional Report is due during the Certification period.