Professional Certification Programs
Industry-recognized certifications for emergency management and security professionals
Professional Certifications
Professional certifications demonstrate competency, expertise, and commitment to best practices in emergency management, security, and business continuity. These certifications are recognized globally and can enhance career opportunities and professional credibility.
Business Continuity / Disaster Recovery Planning (CBCP)
CertTest created "Six Steps to BC Planning" using a PMI Project Management Institute planning format which implements all the BC/DR Best Practices.
Program Features:
- Practical Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery training
- 3-day intensive seminar format
- Designed for new planners
- Leads to CBCP certification
- PMI-aligned planning methodology
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Nearly 10,000 professionals have earned the designation of CPP. This group of professionals has demonstrated its competency in the areas of security solutions and best-business practices through an intensive qualification and testing program.
Key Areas:
- Security Management
- Business Operations and Principles
- Investigations
- Personnel Security
- Physical Security
- Information Security
- Crisis Management
- Legal Aspects
As a result, these men and women have been awarded the coveted designation of CPP, and are recognized as proven leaders in their profession.
Learn MoreProfessional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Employers, whether in private business or in public law enforcement, demand finely-honed investigative skills and more thorough case management.
The new investigations certification will help employers identify those professionals who have the specific, in-depth competency and knowledge required not only to get the job done - but to get it done right.
Examination Coverage:
- Case Management
- Evidence Collection
- Case Presentation
The investigations examination is targeted to security professionals whose primary responsibility is to conduct investigations. It consists of multiple-choice questions covering tasks, knowledge, and skills essential to professional investigation.
Learn MorePhysical Security Professional (PSP)
Employers want highly-trained professionals who have solid, hands-on experience with both current and emerging security technologies and solutions. This means that there are multiple areas in which physical security specialists must be knowledgeable.
The physical security certification will separate those who have this technical background from those who do not, giving them that professional edge.
Examination Coverage:
- Physical Security Assessment
- Selection of Integrated Physical Security Measures
- Implementation of Physical Security Measures
The physical security examination is targeted to security professionals whose primary responsibility is to conduct threat surveys; design integrated security systems that include equipment, procedures, and people; or install, operate, and maintain those systems.
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