Course & Certification Curriculum

The Certified Access to Information Professional (CAIP) program is the most comprehensive certification for ATI professionals working in or aspiring to join government. Built for new and experienced officers, this program reflects how ATI truly operates in government environments, giving you the skills, confidence, and credibility to excel in a high-demand field. Elevate your expertise, strengthen compliance, and set yourself apart as a trusted ATI professional.

    1. Welcome to the Course!

    2. Course Introduction

    3. Lesson 1: The Role of ATI in Canadian Democracy

    4. Lesson 2: The Access to Information Act – Key Provisions

    5. Lesson 3: Roles & Responsibilities of ATI Professionals

    6. Lesson 4: ATI within the Federal Government Context

    7. Lesson 5: Key Links to Legislation and Other ATI Resources

    8. Chapter 1: Quiz

    1. Lesson 1: Receiving and Validating Requests

    2. Lesson 2: Searching, Retrieval, and Record Management

    3. Lesson 3: Consultations and Extensions

    4. Lesson 4: Communication with Requesters

    1. Lesson 1: Mandatory and Discretionary Exemptions

    2. Lesson 2: Privacy and Personal Information Protections

    3. Lesson 3: Redaction Techniques & Tools

    4. Lesson 4: Case Studies & Key Legal Decisions

    1. Lesson 1: ATI Software Tools

    2. Lesson 2: Efficiency in Workflow Management

    3. Lesson 3: Collaboration Across Government

    4. Lesson 4: Emerging Trends in ATI

    1. Lesson 1: Standards of Practice for ATI Professionals

    2. Lesson 2: Distinguishing Yourself as a Certified ATI Professional

    3. Lesson 3: Preparing for the Certification Exam

    4. Lesson 4: Maintaining Certification & Continuing Development

    5. Certification Exam

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  • $2,147.00
  • 25 lessons
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Self-Paced (100% online)