CGA Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield CGA facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. According to 2 CFR 200.332(a), which of the following must a pass-through entity include in every subaward agreement? → The Federal Award Identification Number (FAIN) and applicable program requirements
2. What is peer review in CGA Educational Psychology Principles? → Quality evaluation by qualified colleagues for improvement
3. What is a needs assessment in CGA Special Education & Accommodations practice? → Identifying gaps between current conditions and desired outcomes
4. What is succession planning in CGA management? → Developing internal talent for future key leadership positions
5. What is effective delegation in CGA management? → Assigning authority and tasks while maintaining accountability
6. Why is financial reporting important in grant management? → To ensure compliance and transparency with the grant's financial requirements
7. What is the purpose of a grant evaluation? → To measure the success of the program and identify areas for improvement
8. What is the primary purpose of a logic model in stakeholder communication for a grant program? → To visually communicate the program's theory of change and expected outcomes
9. When a CGA uses disaggregated data in grant reporting, the primary benefit is: → Revealing disparities in program outcomes across demographic subgroups
10. A grant program is collecting participant outcome data using a pre/post survey design. What is the most important consideration for data validity? → Using validated instruments aligned with the program's theory of change
11. Why is it important to follow the guidelines set by the funding agency in the grant writing process? → To show that you understand the funder's preferences and meet their expectations
12. Which document officially communicates a federal agency's decision to fund a grant application and outlines the award's terms and conditions? → Notice of Award (NOA)
13. What should a CGA professional do upon discovering a colleague's unethical conduct? → Report through appropriate channels with proper documentation
14. A CGA receives a complaint from a community member alleging that grant funds are being misused. What is the most appropriate immediate action? → Document the complaint and initiate an internal review per organizational policy
15. A CGA is managing a multi-partner grant. Which document best formalizes each partner's roles, responsibilities, and communication expectations? → A memorandum of understanding (MOU) or formal partnership agreement
16. Which communication tool is most appropriate for providing detailed financial and programmatic updates to a board of directors overseeing a federal grant? → A comprehensive dashboard report with budget-to-actual comparisons and milestone tracking
17. What is peer review in CGA Special Education & Accommodations? → Quality evaluation by qualified colleagues for improvement
18. Which type of grant performance report compares actual program results against targets set in the original grant application? → A performance progress report (PPR)
19. What is the importance of continuing education for CGA professionals in Assessment & Evaluation Methods? → Maintaining current knowledge and adapting to industry changes
20. What is a needs assessment in CGA Assessment & Evaluation Methods practice? → Identifying gaps between current conditions and desired outcomes
21. What is transformational leadership in CGA practice? → Inspiring followers to exceed expectations through vision and empowerment
22. Which federal regulation governs the protection of personally identifiable information (PII) collected as part of a federally funded education program? → The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
23. What does professional competency require of a CGA practitioner? → Maintaining current knowledge through continuing education
24. What is the purpose of performance feedback in CGA? → Providing actionable information for improvement and growth
25. What is the significance of a timeline in a grant proposal? → It gives an overview of when activities will be completed and what resources are required
26. What is transformational leadership in CGA practice? → Inspiring followers to exceed expectations through vision and empowerment
27. Under the DATA Act (Digital Accountability and Transparency Act), federal grantees are required to: → Submit financial data in a standardized, machine-readable format to USASpending.gov
28. Why is it important to understand the funder's priorities when writing a grant proposal? → To ensure the proposal meets the funder's objectives and increases approval chances
29. What is a 'no-cost extension' in grant administration? → An extension of the performance period without additional federal funding
30. What is multi-factor authentication in CGA security? → Requiring two or more verification factors for access