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Key Facts: CMMC-RP Exam

17

CMMC Level 1 Practices

DoD CMMC Model v2.13

15

FAR 52.204-21 Safeguarding Requirements

FAR 52.204-21

110

NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 Requirements

NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2

$500/year

RP Annual Renewal Fee

Cyber AB

3

CMMC Maturity Levels

DoD CMMC 2.0 Final Rule

72 hours

Cyber Incident Reporting Window (DFARS 252.204-7012)

DFARS 252.204-7012

Annual

RP Renewal and CoPC Re-signing Frequency

Cyber AB

30 days

Cool-down Period After Two Failed RP Exams

Cyber AB

The CMMC RP credential is granted by the Cyber AB to individuals who complete approved RP training, pass the RP exam, pass a background check, and sign the Code of Professional Conduct. RPs operate under a Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO) and provide advisory services only — they are explicitly prohibited from participating in formal CMMC assessments.

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1What does the acronym 'RP' stand for in the CMMC ecosystem?
A.Registered Practitioner
B.Recognized Professional
C.Regulatory Partner
D.Readiness Provider
Explanation: RP stands for Registered Practitioner. RPs are individuals who have completed Cyber AB-approved RP training, passed the RP exam, passed a background check, and signed the Code of Professional Conduct. They are authorized to provide CMMC advisory services to Organizations Seeking Certification (OSCs).
2Which organization serves as the sole official accreditation body for the CMMC ecosystem?
A.NIST
B.DCSA
C.Cyber AB
D.ISACA
Explanation: The Cyber AB (Cybersecurity Assessor and Instructor Certification Organization) is the official partner of the Department of Defense responsible for registering, accrediting, and overseeing the CMMC Ecosystem. Note: ISACA was named the new CAICO for higher-level CCP/CCA credential oversight in 2026, but the Cyber AB remains the core accreditation body.
3An RP is affiliated with which type of organization in the CMMC ecosystem?
A.RPO
B.OSC
C.DCSA
D.C3PAO
Explanation: Registered Practitioners (RPs) must be affiliated with a Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO). The RPO is the organizational entity registered with the Cyber AB, and RPs operate under its umbrella to deliver advisory services to OSCs preparing for CMMC certification.
4What type of services is a CMMC Registered Practitioner authorized to provide?
A.Advisory and readiness consulting services to OSCs
B.DoD contract award recommendations
C.Formal CMMC Level 2 assessments
D.CMMC certification decisions
Explanation: RPs are authorized to provide advisory and readiness services — such as gap assessments, remediation planning, and preparation guidance — to Organizations Seeking Certification (OSCs). RPs are explicitly prohibited from conducting formal CMMC assessments, which can only be performed by certified CCAs operating under a C3PAO.
5What does 'OSC' stand for in the CMMC ecosystem?
A.Operational Security Contractor
B.Oversight and Security Certification
C.Office of Sector Compliance
D.Organization Seeking Certification
Explanation: OSC stands for Organization Seeking Certification. These are the defense contractors and subcontractors in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) that must achieve CMMC certification to be awarded DoD contracts that involve FCI or CUI. RPs primarily advise and support OSCs.
6What does 'C3PAO' stand for in the CMMC ecosystem?
A.Contractor Cybersecurity Compliance and Procurement Authority Organization
B.CMMC Coordinated Professional Assessment Organization
C.CMMC Certified Compliance and Professional Assessment Office
D.CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization
Explanation: C3PAO stands for CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization. C3PAOs are independent organizations accredited by the Cyber AB to conduct formal CMMC Level 2 assessments of OSCs. They employ CCPs and CCAs to carry out the assessment work.
7Which CMMC ecosystem role conducts formal Level 2 certification assessments?
A.Registered Practitioner (RP)
B.Authorized Training Provider (ATP)
C.Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)
D.Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO)
Explanation: Certified CMMC Assessors (CCAs) are the individuals authorized to conduct formal CMMC Level 2 assessments as part of a C3PAO team. CCPs may support assessments but cannot make final certification determinations. RPs and RPOs are advisory roles and may not participate in formal assessments.
8How many CMMC maturity levels exist in CMMC 2.0?
A.2
B.4
C.3
D.5
Explanation: CMMC 2.0 has three maturity levels: Level 1 (Foundational), Level 2 (Advanced), and Level 3 (Expert). This was streamlined from the original CMMC 1.0 model, which had five levels. Level 1 focuses on FCI protection, Level 2 on CUI protection using NIST SP 800-171, and Level 3 on protecting against advanced persistent threats using NIST SP 800-172.
9CMMC Level 1 is primarily designed to protect which type of information?
A.Federal Contract Information (FCI)
B.Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
C.Classified National Security Information
D.Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
Explanation: CMMC Level 1 (Foundational) is designed to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI). FCI is information generated or received under a government contract that is not intended for public release. The 17 Level 1 practices map directly to FAR clause 52.204-21's basic safeguarding requirements.
10CMMC Level 2 maps its practices to which NIST publication?
A.NIST SP 800-53
B.NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2
C.NIST SP 800-172
D.NIST SP 800-82
Explanation: CMMC Level 2 (Advanced) maps its 110 practices directly to NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, which specifies security requirements for protecting CUI in non-federal systems. Despite NIST finalizing Rev. 3 in May 2024, the CMMC rule and DFARS clause require compliance with Rev. 2.

About the CMMC-RP Exam

The CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) is the entry-level advisory credential in the CMMC ecosystem. RPs are authorized to provide readiness consulting, gap assessments, and implementation guidance to Organizations Seeking Certification (OSCs) — they cannot conduct formal CMMC assessments.

Assessment

Question count not published by the exam provider

Time Limit

Not published by Cyber AB

Passing Score

Not published by Cyber AB

Exam Fee

Included in ATP training package; $500 annual renewal (Cyber AB)

CMMC-RP Exam Content Outline

~20%

CMMC Program Overview & Ecosystem Roles

CMMC 2.0 levels, Cyber AB, C3PAO, RPO, RP, CCP, CCA, ATP, OSC roles and governance structure

~20%

CMMC Level 1 Practices

All 17 Level 1 practices across AC, IA, MP, PE, SC, and SI domains derived from FAR 52.204-21

~15%

FAR 52.204-21

Basic safeguarding requirements, FCI definition, applicability, COTS exemption, and flow-down

~20%

Intro to NIST SP 800-171

SP 800-171 Rev. 2 structure, key families, SSP, POA&M, and relationship to CMMC Level 2

~10%

CUI & FCI Fundamentals

Definitions, EO 13556, NARA CUI Registry, CUI Basic vs Specified, and CTI

~10%

Scoping Basics

In-scope asset identification, Level 1 and Level 2 asset categories, enclave strategy, cloud/CSP scoping

~5%

Cyber AB Code of Professional Conduct

CoPC principles, conflict of interest, annual obligations, advisory vs assessment separation

How to Pass the CMMC-RP Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Not published by Cyber AB
  • Assessment: Question count not published by the exam provider
  • Time limit: Not published by Cyber AB
  • Exam fee: Included in ATP training package; $500 annual renewal

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CMMC-RP Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize all CMMC ecosystem roles and what each can/cannot do — especially that RPs cannot participate in formal assessments
2Know the 6 CMMC Level 1 domains and at least one representative practice per domain
3Understand the distinction between FCI (FAR 52.204-21 / Level 1) and CUI (NIST SP 800-171 / Level 2)
4Review the Cyber AB Code of Professional Conduct — conflict-of-interest and separation-of-duties questions are likely tested
5Know that CMMC Level 1 prohibits POA&Ms — all 17 practices must be fully implemented before self-assessment
6Understand scoping fundamentals: FCI flows trigger Level 1 scope; CUI flows trigger Level 2 scope

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP)?

A CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) is an individual credentialed by the Cyber AB who has completed approved RP training, passed the RP exam, passed a background check, and signed the Code of Professional Conduct. RPs provide advisory services — such as gap assessments, scoping guidance, and remediation planning — to Organizations Seeking Certification (OSCs). RPs cannot conduct formal CMMC assessments.

What is the difference between an RP and a CCP?

RPs are advisory-only professionals who help OSCs prepare for CMMC certification. Certified CMMC Professionals (CCPs) are assessment-track credentials that allow individuals to support formal CMMC Level 2 assessments as part of a C3PAO team. The two tracks serve different roles and are not interchangeable.

How many CMMC Level 1 practices are there?

CMMC Level 1 has 17 practices organized across 6 domains: Access Control (AC), Identification & Authentication (IA), Media Protection (MP), Physical Protection (PE), System & Communications Protection (SC), and System & Information Integrity (SI). These practices derive from the 15 requirements in FAR clause 52.204-21.

What is FCI vs CUI in CMMC?

Federal Contract Information (FCI) is information provided or generated under a government contract that is not intended for public release. Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is information the government creates or possesses that law, regulation, or policy requires to be safeguarded. CMMC Level 1 protects FCI; CMMC Level 2 protects CUI using NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2.

What does the Cyber AB Code of Professional Conduct require of RPs?

The Cyber AB CoPC requires RPs to maintain professionalism, impartiality, and honesty. Key obligations include avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining client confidentiality, not participating in formal assessments of clients they have advised, and re-signing the CoPC annually. Violations can result in suspension or revocation of RP status.

What version of NIST SP 800-171 do CMMC assessments use?

CMMC Level 2 assessments currently use NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, which contains 110 security requirements across 14 families. Although NIST finalized Rev. 3 in May 2024 (97 requirements), the DoD issued a DFARS Class Deviation requiring continued compliance with Rev. 2. Transition to Rev. 3 is not expected before 2026-2027.