Certified Protection Professional

Exam cost

$580 USD (historical estimate)

Questions · time · passing score

225 multiple-choice questions (200 scored, 25 unscored), 4-hour time limit, scaled score of at least 650 to pass

Prerequisites

| Seven years of security experience with at least three years in responsible charge of a security function; OR Bachelor's degree or higher and six years of security experience with at least three years in responsible charge; OR Master's degree or higher and five years of security experience with at least three years in responsible charge. All require full-time employment in a security-related role, no criminal offense, and adherence to ASIS Code of Conduct and Certification Handbook policies. | | Renewal Period | Every 3 years | | Renewal Fee | $180 (ASIS members) - $220 (nonmembers); late fees apply | | CPE Requirements | 60 CPE hours per three-year renewal period | | Study Hours | 3-6 months | |

Estimated salary premium

12–12% (historical estimate)

Renewal requirements

3-year cycle · 60 CPE/CEU credits per year

Difficulty

Not rated

Domains covered

• ** Security program development
• Risk assessment and management
• Crisis management and response
• Investigations management
• Physical security systems
• Information security governance
• Business continuity planning
• Personnel security
• Budgeting and financial management
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Project management
• Strategic planning

Where this credential fits

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Recent catalog changes

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