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A voluntary certification effort founded by the National Association of Government Contractors Education Foundation, the Certified Government Contractor Program is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance and designate those who demonstrate knowledge essential to the procurement process.

Join a distinguished group of peers nationwide who have chosen certification to enhance their professional stature.

The Certified Government Contractor Program prepares you for the certification examination through a comprehensive, self-paced online course that covers 20 chapters on topics ranging from business plans to price negotiations. Each chapter includes an audio guide through the material that will point out important items for the examination. The four sections of the course end with a short quiz to test your knowledge of the material presented. The estimated completion time for the course is 27 hours, with most participants completing the course in under two months.

If you have made a commitment to seeking contracts with governments, universities and private corporations, you should consider obtaining your CGC.

• You will gain an expanded knowledge into every aspect of the procurement process.
• You will be nationally recognized for your professional designation.
• You will expand your networking reach through exclusive CGC events.

Professional recognition through your peers extends itself throughout the procurement field and into government agencies and other institutions you seek to do business with. The CGC seal is the trusted mark of a procurement professional. Once certified, you may display the seal on printed materials and your web site.

Any business owner or employee who is a member in good standing of the National Association of Government Contractors may participate in the Certified Government Contractor Program. Certification may be revoked at any time for violation of the ethical standards and best practices of the association.

Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a member to take the exam?
Yes. Membership is required at the time of registration for the exam.

Where is the exam given?
The exam is given online. Log in to the Member Center to access study resources and take the exam when you are ready.

How long is the exam?
The exam is 50 questions and must be completed in one hour.

What topics does the exam cover?
The exam focuses on ethics, best practices, GSA Schedules, agency procedures, set-aside programs and the history of procurement. Other areas are covered in the exam in less detail.

What happens if I don’t pass the exam?
A failed exam may be retaken for a $195 fee. Refunds are not available after the exam date.

What is the refund policy?
Full refund is available within 10 days of registration. After 10 days, refunds are not allowed.

What entity accredits the exam?
The NAGC Education Foundation is an independent board that develops and reviews program materials and criteria.

How do I let people know I am certified?
Certification entitles you to use the CGC suffix on your name. Example: James Smith, CGC. You may also display the certification web sticker on your web site and the high-resolution seal on printed materials.

Do I need certification to get a contract?
No. Certification is a voluntary program. The CGC Program is designed to recognize knowledge of the procurement process and alerts procurement officials that they are working with a professional.