The Certified Protection Professional (CPP) designation was founded in 1977 by ASIS International. This preeminent designation is awarded to individuals whose primary responsibilities are in security management and who have demonstrated advanced knowledge in security solutions and best business practices. The content and eligibility for CPP is established by ASIS International along with its 37000 members worldwide. The reference literature is updated yearly and the content of the CPP is reviewed every five years to ensure it is up to date. The certification needs to be renewed every third year and is accredited by American National Standards Institute (ANSI) according to ISO 17024. The exam have 225 questions that needs to be answered in 4 hours, about 82% of the answers needs to be correct to successfully pass the exam. ASIS International certification program was the first in the world to receive the SAFETY Act designation from U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Eligibility to write the exam

1. 9 years of security experience or
   Bachelor's degree or higher and 7 years of security experience.
2. Including at least 3 years in responsible charge of a security function.
3. Abide to the CPP™ Code of Professional Responsibility
4. Not have been convicted of any criminal offense

Areas of knowledge tested on the exam

• 20% Security Principles & Practices
• 26% Physical Security
• 12% Business Principles & Practices
• 11% Investigations
• 13% Personnel Security
• 09% Crisis Management
• 09% Information Security

Re-certification requirements, every third year

1. 60 credits Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
2. Abide to the CPP™ Code of Professional Responsibility
3. Not have been convicted of any criminal offense

Please contact Security Manager or visit www.asisonline.org for more information.