Applicants who wish to take the CPP™, PCI™, or PSP™ examination must satisfy certain security and/or educational requirements:
Certified Protection Professional (CPP™)
Must have nine years of security experience, at least three of those years in responsible charge of a security function; or
Must hold a Bachelors Degree or higher and seven years of security experience at least three of those years in responsible charge of a security function
More detailed information, including definition of terms, is available on the CPP™ eligibility page.
Professional Certified Investigator (PCI™)
Must have five years of investigations experience, with at least two years in case management.
Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
More detailed information, including definition of terms, is available on the PCI™ eligibility page.
Physical Security Professional (PSP™)
Must have five years of experience in the physical security field
Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
More detailed information, including definition of terms, is available on the PSP™ eligibility page.
