Question: I noticed that the concepts on the CIA exam require two different levels of knowledge, proficiency and awareness. What do they mean?
Answer: You will notice as you study for the CIA exam that some areas require you to demonstrate proficiency while others require awareness demonstration. These two requirements are defined as:
Proficiency – Candidate is able to exhibit the competency in understanding and applying the subject matter in the workplace on a regular basis with skill and expertise.
Awareness – Candidate exhibits awareness and knowledge. Candidate is able to define terms, recognize issues, and recall facts about the issues.