Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) — Question 33

Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), releasing personally identifiable information from a student's educational record requires written permission from the parent or eligible student in order for information to be?

Answer options

• A. Released to a prospective employer.
• B. Released to schools to which a student is transferring.
• C. Released to specific individuals for audit or evaluation purposes.
• D. Released in response to a judicial order or lawfully ordered subpoena.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because FERPA requires written consent for the release of educational records to third parties, such as prospective employers. Options B, C, and D are exceptions under FERPA where information can be shared without consent, such as for transferring schools or compliance with legal requirements.