The CKP Exam is based upon the KPA’s Paralegal Professional Standards of Conduct, the Kentucky Rules of Professional Conduct and general principles of business and legal ethical conduct, and offered to eligible paralegals seeking CKP status. The exam is administered a minimum of two times annually and is held two times each year. Eligibility and ongoing certification requirements are set out in the Kentucky Paralegal Association's Professional Standards and Certification Program Policy.
Kentucky Paralegal Association's Professional Standards and Certification Program Policy
Upcoming Exam Information
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025Schedule: Optional Review Session begins at 10:00 AM | Exam Administration begins at 12 PM
Location: Held virtually via Zoom
Applications: The Application period for the June CKP Examination begins on April 7, 2025.
The Application is available here.
Deadline for Applications: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Questions: Contact certification@kypa.org.
EligibilityPlease a take a moment to review the eligibility criteria and the supporting
documentation required | Application | Constructive Credit The Notice of Intent to |
KPA provides a guide on what to expect; click here.
All applicants are encouraged to read the guide as linked above. Selected portions are provided below.
Preparing for the Exam
Taking the Exam
Applying for the Exam
Kentucky Paralegal Association
Attn: Certified Kentucky Paralegal Examination
P. O. Box 2675
Louisville, KY 40201-2675
If you have additional questions regarding the KPA's Certified Kentucky Paralegal Program, please contact the Kentucky Paralegal Association Certification Committee (KPACC) directly at certification@kypa.org.