A S I S I N T E R N AT I O N A L

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

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Stand out in the Crowd.
Earn your ASIS Certification.

ASIS International was the first organization to offer a credential specifically for security
managers, and our program remains the global standard. Developed by practitioners
for practitioners, ASIS board certifications provide you with a competitive edge.

Distinguished by their global development and application, ASIS certifications are transferable across
all industry sectors and geographic borders. The role and tasks of security managers are researched
and documented to define each certification. In addition, a job analysis is routinely conducted to
ensure the exams reflect current practices.

Our requirements are demanding and consequently, our certifications are held only by a
distinguished group of professionals. Earning your CPP, PCI, or PSP conveys to your peers,
employees, and employer that you possess substantial, relevant experience, as well as demonstrated
and tested competence.

An internationally recognized, The SAFETY Act Designation

globally accredited ASIS board-certified
program professionals, their
employers, and
ASIS board certifications
their customers
are developed and are protected
maintained through from lawsuits
a vigorous process involving the ASIS
exemplified through the certification process
program’s accreditation by the American that arise out of an act of terrorism.
National Standards Institute (ANSI)
against the International Organization
for Standardization (ISO) 17024.
How do you define
professional achievement?
Certification serves as a visible acknowledgement of your
demonstrated mastery of core security principles and skills
essential to the best practice of security management.

However, not all certifications are equal. To truly set yourself

apart, you need a certification that encourages professional
growth. One that is globally recognized as the standard for
professionalism.

You need an ASIS Board Certification.

By earning a CPP, PCI, or PSP, your employer, clients, and
colleagues will instantly recognize you as the “best of the
best.” And, by virtue of the rigorous requirements for
education, experience, and examination—you are.

Earning an ASIS certification is a milestone accomplishment

that will help you reach your career goals.

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 Why get certified?
■ Elevate your professional stature and peer recognition

■ Gain a competitive edge in job placement or advancement within your

Security organization

professionals ■ Realize deep personal satisfaction and professional achievement

■ Broaden your knowledge base

in 85 countries ■ Keep updated on best practices
proudly maintain ■ Achieve global recognition as a highly motivated expert

their ASIS board in your field

certifications. ASIS board certified practitioners are leaders, willing mentors, and trusted
strategic partners, serving both their organizations and the profession.
Today, security professionals in 85 countries proudly maintain their ASIS
board certifications.

Why Choose an
ASIS Certification?
Board certification can profoundly impact your career, so it is essential to
carefully evaluate your options.

The CPP, PCI, and PSP credentials command respect because they are
backed by the credibility of ASIS, the world’s leading organization for
security professionals. ASIS certifications require time, effort, and personal
commitment. Applicants must meet stringent education and work
experience requirements before being approved to take the exam. Because
they are earned, certifications from ASIS are deeply valued.

For government, military, or law enforcement professionals planning

to leave the public sector, ASIS certifications provide a way to build
on previous security experience, develop a proactive orientation, and
transition to a successful career in the private sector.

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 CPP

Certified
Protection
Professional
BOARD CERTIFICATION
IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT

ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
CPP candidates must meet the
following requirements:
The gold standard for more than
37 years, the Certified Protection
WORK EXPERIENCE
Professional (CPP) credential provides
Seven years of security experience*, including
demonstrable proof of knowledge and at least three years in responsible charge of a
management skills in eight key domains security function
of security.
AND
Earning a CPP provides independent EDUCATION
confirmation of your ability to assume A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited
leadership responsibilities and institution of higher education
effectively manage broad security
OR
concerns.
WORK EXPERIENCE ONLY
Nine years of security experience*, including
at least three years in responsible charge of a
security function

* Experience is defined as the individual having been personally engaged in security or loss prevention on a full-time basis, or as a primary duty. Included is:
a. Experience as a security professional in the protection of assets, in the public or private sector, criminal justice system, government intelligence, or investigative agencies.
b. Experience with companies, associations, government, or other organizations providing services or products, including consulting firms, provided the duties and responsibilities
substantively relate to the design, evaluation, and application of systems, programs, or equipment, or development and operation of services, for protection of assets in the private or
public sectors.
c. Experience as a full-time educator on the faculty of an accredited educational institution, provided the responsibilities for courses and other duties relate primarily to knowledge areas
pertinent to the management and operation of protection of assets programs in the public or private sectors.

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 CPP EXAM STRUCTURE AND CONTENT
To be awarded the CPP DOMAIN TWO ■ Provide advice and assistance
designation, a candidate must to management and others
pass a comprehensive examination Business Principles and in developing performance
consisting of approximately Practices (11%) requirements and contractual
225 multiple-choice questions. ■ Develop and manage budgets terms for security vendors/
Knowledge in eight major areas and financial controls to achieve suppliers and establish effective
(domains) is tested. fiscal responsibility. monitoring processes to ensure
that organizational needs and
The importance of each domain, ■ Develop, implement, and manage contractual requirements are met.
and the tasks, knowledge, policies, procedures, plans, and
and skills within it, determine directives to achieve organizational ■ Provide assistance to
the specifications of the CPP objectives. management, legal counsel, and
examination. The relative order human resources in developing
of importance of the domains ■ Develop procedures/techniques strategic and tactical plans for
determines the percentage of the to measure and improve responding to labor disputes,
total exam questions. organizational productivity. including strikes.

DOMAIN ONE ■ Develop, implement, and manage ■ Develop and maintain security
staffing, leadership, training, and policies, procedures, and practices
Security Principles and
management programs in order to that comply with relevant laws
Practices (19%)
achieve organizational objectives. regarding investigations.
■ Plan, organize, direct, and
manage the organization’s security ■ Monitor and ensure a sound ■ Develop and maintain security
program to avoid/control losses and ethical climate in accordance with policies, procedures, and practices
apply the processes to provide a the laws and the organization’s that comply with relevant laws
secure work environment. directives and standards to support regarding personnel security.
and promote proper business
■ Develop, manage, or conduct practices. ■ Develop and maintain security
threat/vulnerability analyses to policies, procedures, and practices
determine the probable frequency DOMAIN THREE that comply with relevant laws
and severity of natural and regarding information security.
man-made disasters and criminal Legal Aspects (7%)
activity on the organization’s ■ Develop and maintain security
profitability and/or ability to deliver policies, procedures, and
products/services. practices which comply with
relevant elements of criminal, civil,
■ Evaluate methods to improve administrative, and regulatory Earning my CPP made me more
security and loss prevention systems law to minimize adverse legal
on a continuous basis through knowledgeable on the overall topic
consequences.
auditing, review, and assessment. of security. I thought I knew a lot
■ Provide coordination,
■ Develop and manage external already. In fact I did. But there really
assistance, and evidence such as
relations programs with public documentation and testimony to was so much more to know.
sector law enforcement or other support legal counsel in actual
external organizations to assist or potential criminal and/or civil Rudolf J. Friederich, CPP
in achievement of loss proceedings. Principal
prevention objectives.
Outland Security LLC

■ Develop and present employee

security awareness programs to
achieve organizational goals
and objectives.

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DOMAIN FOUR DOMAIN SIX DOMAIN SEVEN

Personnel Security (12%) Information Security (8%) Crisis Management (8%)
■ Develop, implement, and ■ Survey information facilities, ■ Assess and prioritize risks to
manage background investigations processes, and systems to evaluate mitigate potential consequences
to validate individuals for hiring, current status of: physical security, of incidents.
promotion, or retention. procedural security, information
systems security, employee ■ Prepare and plan how the
■ Develop, implement, manage, awareness, and information organization will respond to
and evaluate policies, procedures, destruction and recovery incidents.
programs, and methods to protect capabilities.
individuals in the workplace against ■ Respond to and manage an
harassment, threats, and violence. ■ Develop and implement policies incident.
and standards to ensure information
■ Develop, implement, and manage is evaluated and protected ■ Recover from incidents by
executive protection programs. against all forms of unauthorized/ managing the recovery and
inadvertent access, use, disclosure, resumption of operations.
DOMAIN FIVE modification, destruction, or denial.

Physical Security (25%) ■ Develop and manage a program DOMAIN EIGHT

■ Survey facilities in order to of integrated security controls and
Investigations (10%)
manage and/or evaluate the safeguards to ensure confidentiality,
current status of physical security, integrity, availability, authentication, ■ Develop and manage
emergency and/or restoration non-repudiation, accountability, investigation programs.
capabilities. recoverability, and audit ability of
sensitive information and associated ■ Manage or conduct the collection
■ Select, implement, and manage information technology resources, and preservation of evidence to
security processes to reduce the risk assets, and investigations. support post-investigation actions
of loss. (employee discipline, criminal or civil
■ Evaluate the effectiveness of proceedings, arbitration).
■ Assess the effectiveness of the information security program’s
security measures by testing and integrated security controls, to ■ Manage or conduct surveillance
monitoring. include related policies, procedures, processes.
and plans, to ensure consistency
with organization strategy, goals, ■ Manage and conduct specialized
and objectives. investigations.

■ Manage or conduct investigative

interviews.

The CPP domains have been updated and will be

reflected on the new exam forms, effective March 1, 2016.
Visit www.asisonline.org/cppdomains for more information.

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 Professional
Certified
Investigator
BOARD CERTIFICATION
IN INVESTIGATIONS

ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
PCI candidates must meet the
following requirements:

The Professional Certified Investigator

WORK EXPERIENCE
(PCI) credential provides demonstrable Five years of investigations* experience, including
proof of knowledge and experience in case at least two years in case management
management, evidence collection, and
preparation of reports and testimony to AND
substantiate findings. EDUCATION
A high school diploma or GED equivalent
Earning a PCI provides independent
confirmation of specialized skills in security *Investigation is the logical collection of information through inquiry
and examination for the purpose of developing evidence leading to
investigations, including case evaluation problem resolution.
and review of options for case management
strategies. It validates your ability to collect
information through the effective use of
surveillance, interviews, and interrogations.

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EXAM STRUCTURE AND KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS

To be awarded the PCI DOMAIN ONE DOMAIN THREE
designation, a candidate must
pass a comprehensive examination Case Management (29%) Case Presentation (21%)
consisting of approximately ■ Analyze case for applicable ethical ■ Prepare reports to substantiate
125 multiple-choice questions. conflicts. investigative findings.
Knowledge in three major areas
(domains) is tested. ■ Analyze and assess case elements ■ Prepare and present testimony
and strategies. by reviewing case files, meeting with
The importance of each domain, counsel, and presenting relevant
and the tasks, knowledge, ■ Determine need and develop facts.
and skills within it, determine strategy by reviewing procedural
the specifications of the PCI options.
examination. The relative order
of importance of the domains ■ Manage and implement THE PCI CERTIFICATION IS
determines the percentage of total investigative resources necessary to APPLICABLE TO A WIDE
exam questions. address case objectives. RANGE OF SPECIALIZED
INVESTIGATIONS
■ Identify and evaluate investigative
process improvement opportunities.
■ Arson
■ Child abuse
When you have board certified DOMAIN TWO ■ Forensics
after your name on a business Investigative Techniques and ■ Gaming
card and it’s being passed around, Procedures (50%) ■ Healthcare fraud
whether at a corporate meeting ■ Conduct surveillance by physical
■ High tech crime
and electronic means in order to
or with clients, it’s recognized. obtain relevant information. ■ Insurance fraud

Those three letters mean ■ Loss prevention

■ Conduct interviews/interrogations
something. It shows you have the ■ Narcotics
of witnesses and subjects to obtain
relevant information. ■ Property and casualty
knowledge and experience to
■ Threat assessment
handle a full range of investigative ■ Collect and preserve objects and
■ White collar crime
assignments. data for assessment and analysis.
■ Workplace violence

Patrick Quillinan, PCI ■ Conduct research by physical and

Senior Security Investigator electronic means and analyze data
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. to obtain relevant information.

■ Collect and report relevant

information.

■ Use computers/digital media to

gather information/evidence.

■ Use special investigative

techniques to gather critical
information/evidence.

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 Physical
Security
Professional
BOARD CERTIFICATION
IN PHYSICAL SECURITY
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
PSP candidates must meet the following
requirements:

The Physical Security Professional (PSP)

WORK EXPERIENCE
credential provides demonstrable proof Four years of progressive experience in the
of knowledge and experience in threat physical security* field
assessment and risk analysis; integrated
physical security systems; and the appropriate AND
identification, implementation, and ongoing EDUCATION
evaluation of security measures. Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited
institution of higher education
Earning a PSP demonstrates your expertise
OR
in conducting physical security surveys to
identify vulnerabilities and performing cost WORK EXPERIENCE
analysis for the selection of integrated physical Six years of progressive experience in the
security measures. In addition, it confirms your physical security* field
specialized knowledge in systems procurement,
AND
final acceptance testing, and implementation
procedures. EDUCATION
A high school diploma, GED equivalent, or
associate degree

* Physical security is defined as the various physical measures

designed to safeguard personnel, property, and information.

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EXAM STRUCTURE AND KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS

To be awarded the PSP DOMAIN ONE DOMAIN THREE

designation, a candidate must
pass a comprehensive examination Physical Security Implementation of Physical
consisting of approximately Assessment (33%) Security Measures (29%)
125 multiple-choice questions. ■ Identify assets to determine their ■ Outline criteria for
Knowledge in three major areas value loss impact and criticality. pre-bid meeting to ensure
(domains) is tested. comprehensiveness and
■ Assess the nature of threats so appropriateness of implementation.
The importance of each domain, that the scope of the problem can
and the tasks, knowledge, be determined. ■ Procure physical security
and skills within it, determine measures and implement
the specifications of the PSP ■ Conduct a physical security recommended quality
examination. The relative order survey in order to identify the assurance plan.
of importance of the domains vulnerabilities of the organization.
determines the percentage of total ■ Conduct commissioning,
exam questions. ■ Perform a risk analysis so that acceptance testing, and delivery of
appropriate countermeasures can the physical security measure.
be developed.

Beyond all other reasons for DOMAIN TWO Earning a PSP

earning your certification, the
most fundamental is personal
Application, Design, and
Integration of Physical Security
indicates the
growth. Making an effort to learn
Systems (38%) practitioner values
■ Establish security system
something and then testing one’s requirements and performance education and
self against an established set of specifications.

parameters is a reward in itself.

technical proficiency,
■ Apply physical security measures
The credential demonstrates the and select appropriate system is committed
components.
level of commitment to a chosen to continuous
profession. ■ Develop and document
system design and improvement,
pre-implementation plans.
Anthony Frassetta, PSP
Security and Technology Specialist and ascribes to a
professional code of
conduct.

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 Get Started
Decide which certification Schedule the exam.
is right for you.
Exams are administered globally at Prometric
Review eligibility criteria and domains of Testing Centers (www.prometric.com/asis).
knowledge to assess which credential best You will receive a confirmation number,
suits your career needs. instructions, and directions to the test
location at the time of scheduling.
Submit an application. Note: In countries without a test center,
ASIS offers paper and pencil exams. Visit
Apply online at:
www.asisonline.org/paperpencil for more
www.asisonline.org/certification
information
or
Complete and return the included You may take the exam anytime within your
application, along with any supporting two-year eligibility period. CPP candidates
documentation and payment in should allow approximately four hours to
U.S. dollars to: complete their exam. PCI and PSP candidates
should allow approximately 2½ hours to
ASIS International complete their exam.
Attn: Finance Department
1625 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA
22314-2818
Receive your exam results.
USA You will receive results within minutes after
or completing the Prometric-administered exam.
Fax to +1.703.518.1515 However, they are not official until they are
or verified by ASIS.
Send as an email attachment to
certification@asisonline.org. Candidates who pass their certification
exam receive official notification from
Notification regarding testing eligibility the Professional Certification Board
takes approximately two-three weeks after approximately 4-6 weeks following the test
review of your qualifications. Please note: date. Certificates are mailed at approximately
Only approved certification applicants may the same time under separate cover.
schedule and take the exam.
Maintain your
Prepare. certification status.
Our rigorous exams are experience-based. All ASIS board certified professionals must
Candidates are encouraged to use a pursue professional development and
variety of preparation resources that reflect continuing education in order to maintain
their learning styles and needs. All exam their credentials. Recertification is required
questions come from the reference sets. For every three years and requires earning CPE
a complete list of reference materials, visit credits in areas such as education, training,
www.asisonline.org/certification/resources. and volunteering.

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Americans with Disabilities Act Revocation of Certification
All ASIS programs comply with the Americans A. Certifications are subject to revocation for any
with Disabilities Act and are non-discriminatory. of the following causes:
Eligibility for certification and recertification is
1. The certified individual shall not have
denied only when an individual does not meet the
been eligible to receive such certification,
eligibility requirements, when an individual has
irrespective of whether or not the facts were
violated the Code of Professional Responsibility,
known to, or could have been ascertained
or when an applicant has committed an act that
by, the PCB at the time of issuance of such
would reflect negatively on ASIS International
certification; or
or the certification programs. If specific testing
arrangements is needed due a disability condition, 2. The certified individual shall have made
candidates may request special accommodations by any misstatement of fact in the application for
checking the “Disabled/Special Access Required” such certification or any other statement or
box when completing their application. Requests representation, connected with the application
are reviewed and are handled on a case-by-case for certification; or
basis.
3. The certified individual has been found to
have engaged in unethical practices or has
Statement of Impartiality been convicted of a felony.
The ASIS Professional Certification Board and
certification staff understand the importance of B. No certification shall be revoked unless the
impartiality and conflicts in the management of following procedures are followed:
certification activities. When undertaking dealings
with members and non-members, all involved in 1. A copy of the charges against the certified
the certification process will maintain a high level individual and the information concerning
of ethical conduct and avoid conflicts of interest in the event or events from which such charges
connection with the performance of their duties. have arisen is sent by registered mail to the
individual. Such notice shall state that no action
There shall be an avoidance of any actions will be taken against the certified individual
and or commitments that might create the until after a hearing, unless the individual fails
appearance of: to request a hearing or offer a defense within
15 days.
■ Using positions for personal gain 2. The certified individual is given at least 15
■ Giving improper preferential treatment days to prepare a defense.

■ Impeding efficiency 3. A hearing is held on such charges, before

a designated panel, at which time the person
■ Losing independence or impartiality
is given a full opportunity to be heard in
■ Affecting adversely the confidence of ASIS his or her own defense, including the right
constituents in the integrity of certification to be represented by counsel, the right to
operations. cross-examine witnesses appearing, and to
examine documents material to said charges.
The Professional Certification Board and Accommodation support will be provided to
certification staff will ensure that in its dealings with eligible individuals.
constituents that they are and will remain impartial.
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 4. The panel shall initially determine
whether or not the individual’s
certification should be revoked. The initial
determination of the panel, including all
evidence submitted at the hearing, shall be
reviewed. Upon review, the PCB may affirm,
reverse, modify, or remand the original
determination of the panel.
5. If the initial determination of the panel is
to revoke the certification of the individual,
and if a majority of the PCB in official
session affirm the panel’s determination
that the individual is not eligible for
continued certification, then a notice will be
issued.

Lifetime Designations
CPPs, PCIs, or PSPs may be considered for
Lifetime Designation, if the individual meets
the following criteria:

■ Be a CPP, PCI, or PSP in good standing.

■ Have maintained a single certification for
twelve consecutive years preceding the date
of application.
■ Be currently retired (“retired” is defined as
complete cessation from any security related
employment or practice or representation of
any such employment or practice) and have
no legal, financial or business interest with IMPORTANT APPLICATION
any form of security related employment INFORMATION
or practice, as defined by the applicable Please read the instructions carefully. If your
certification exam domain.
application is incomplete, it will be returned.
■ Have paid the recertification fee for the After review of the completed application,
current term.
individuals will be notified of their eligibility
Applications for lifetime designations to take the examination. Approved candidates
may be obtained on the ASIS website, will also receive information regarding
www.asisonline.org.
preparation for the exam. An applicant is not an
approved candidate for ASIS board certification
examination until they receive written
confirmation.

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 ASIS International
Certification Exam Application
I am applying to take the exam for:

Instructions: q CProfessional
 ertified Protection
q PInvestigator
 rofessional Certified
q PProfessional
 hysical Security
1. T
 ype or clearly print using black ink.
2. Complete all sections in full.
3. Payment must accompany this
form. Submit check or money order
payable to ASIS International in U.S. Name: First Middle initial Last
dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank.
Applications submitted by fax must Prefix (Mr., Mrs., Ms.) ASIS member number (if applicable)
include credit card payment.
Please send certification mail to: q Business q Home address
q P
 lease check if this is a
reexamination application.
Title

Business/company name

Business address Room no. or P.O. box

City State/Province ZIP/Postal code

Submit or download an
application online at Business phone (include country/city/area code)
www.asisonline.org.
Email address Fax (include country/city/area code)

Home address

City State/Province ZIP/Postal code

Home phone (include country/city/area code)

Indicate whether this information reflects a change of address to use in updating your
ASIS membership record: q Business q Home address
Please identify your primary source for information on ASIS board certification below.
q ASIS website q ASIS Annual Seminar and Exhibits q Supervisor
q Colleague q Mail piece q Advertisement q Industry event
q P lease check here if you are disabled or require special services.
Indicate your needs or requirements:

Education
If education is used to meet Institution name
qualifications for CPP or PSP, an official
certified transcript or verification of Institution address
degree must be submitted by the
educational institution to: Attended: from (Mo./Yr.) to (Mo./Yr.)

ASIS International Academic years completed

Certification Department
1625 Prince Street Degree earned:
Alexandria, VA 22314-2882
USA q H.S. diploma q GED q Associate’s degree
Official documentation must be received
q Bachelor’s degree q Master’s degree or higher
prior to testing. Please provide the
following information for the Have you requested a copy of your official transcript to be sent to the
institution from which you earned your Certification Department? q Yes q No
highest degree.
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 1.
Experience
Show the progressive history of your Dates of employment: from (Mo./Yr.) to (Mo./Yr.)
security career, documenting the years of
experience required for certification. Name of employer

List each full-time assignment, beginning Address

with your present position. Summarize
Position title/rank/civilian grade Total months in this assignment
each assignment, giving ­sufficient detail
to signify the nature of the ­decisions you
Major product or service of this employer
were required to make, and additional
duties required by the position. Number of personnel under your supervision

Name and title of immediate supervisor

Responsible charge* is defined as the
Email address of immediate supervisor
charge exercised by an individual in
a management position who makes Business telephone of immediate supervisor
decisions for the successful completion of
objectives without reliance upon directions Address of immediate supervisor
from a superior as to specific methods.
However, an applicant need not have Responsible charge/Case management* q is claimed q is not claimed
held a supervisory position, as long as the
Detailed description of work experience
positions on which the application relies (Note: You may provide further information on a separate sheet of paper if additional space is required.)
have specifically included responsibility
for independent decisions or actions. If
“responsible charge” is not based on
supervisory responsibilities, then security
program management responsibilities and
duties must be clearly shown. Generally,
this excludes such positions as patrol
officer or the equivalent.

Case management* is the coordination

and direction of an investigation utilizing
various disciplines and resources, the
findings of which would be assessed 2.
to establish the facts/findings of the
investigation as a whole; the management Dates of employment: from (Mo./Yr.) to (Mo./Yr.)
process of investigation.
Name of Employer

Address

Position title/rank/civilian grade Total months in this assignment

Major product or service of this employer

Responsible charge/Case management q is claimed q is not claimed

Detailed description of work experience
(Note: You may provide further information on a separate sheet of paper if additional space is required.)

2
 3.
Experience Cont...
Dates of employment: from (Mo./Yr.) to (Mo./Yr.)

Name of Employer

Address

Position title/rank/civilian grade Total months in this assignment

Major product or service of this employer

Responsible charge/Case management q is claimed q is not claimed

Detailed description of work experience
(Note: You may provide further information on a separate sheet of paper if additional space is required.)

4.

Dates of employment: from (Mo./Yr.) to (Mo./Yr.)

Name of Employer

Address

Position title/rank/civilian grade Total months in this assignment

Major product or service of this employer

Responsible charge/Case management q is claimed q is not claimed

Detailed description of work experience
(Note: You may provide further information on a separate sheet of paper if additional space is required.)

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Professional References 1.
Professional references must have Name
personal knowledge of your security
expertise, current and previous work Job title
history, and the degree of responsibility
held in the performance of your job. You Professional relationship How long known
should not use anyone as a reference who
Address
falls under your supervision. Do not use
relatives, members of the Professional Home phone Business phone
Certification Board, or ASIS staff as
references. Three professional references
are required.
2.

Name

Job title

Professional relationship How long known

Address

Home phone Business phone

3.

Name

Job title

Professional relationship How long known

Address

Home phone Business phone

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Eligibility Information
1. Have you ever been convicted of a crime (or in military service convicted by a g
­ eneral court-martial) or is there any criminal charge
now pending against you?
q YES q NO If answer is YES, explain fully on a separate sheet.

2. Have you ever had a professional membership, license, registration, or certification denied, suspended, or revoked (other than for
lack of minimum qualifications or failure of an exam)?
q YES q NO If answer is YES, explain fully on a separate sheet.

3. Have you ever been censured or disciplined by any professional body or organization?
q YES q NO If answer is YES, explain fully on a separate sheet.
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you must submit a complete explanation of the circumstances surrounding the
proceedings, including a narrative describing the items outlined below before your application will be complete.
n The location at which the incident occurred
n The date on which the incident occurred
n The outcome of the proceedings
n Any penalty or sentence to be fulfilled or completed

All application materials that are submitted remain confidential. The application approval time is dependent upon the completeness
of the information provided. The applicant must not have been convicted of any criminal offense that would reflect negatively on the
security profession or the certification program.

Application Declaration
I certify that all information I have provided in this application, including any a­ ttachments, is accurate and complete to the best of
my knowledge. I also u ­ nderstand that I must adhere to the Certification Code of Professional Responsibility. I give consent for all
referenced persons to provide information concerning me and/or my application, and I release each such person from liability for
providing information to ASIS, the PCB, and its agents. Any false or misleading statement, misrepresentation, or concealment or
material omission of the information I have provided or failed to provide on my application and attachments may be grounds for
rejection of my a­ pplication, or if already certified, my certification designation.

Signature (signature must be in ink) Date

Payment info on reverse side u

Testing Dates and Locations

ASIS board certification examinations are administered as computer-based tests. After receiving your authorization letter, you will
receive further instructions on selecting a convenient date and location for taking your exam. For information regarding locations,
please call ASIS Member Services at +1.703.519.6200, or refer to the ASIS website at www.asisonline.org.

Please note: ASIS is certified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) under ISO Standard 17024. In order
to comply with ANSI/ISO standard requirements, the ASIS Certification Department routinely audits examination and
recertification applications previously approved under PCB policies and procedures, to verify accuracy of action taken.

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 Did you Fees and Payment Submission
remember… Make checks payable to ASIS International in U.S. dollars drawn from a U.S. bank.
A charge of $25 USD will be assessed on returned checks.
n  o order ­official
T Applicants paying by wire transfer should include a copy of the transfer receipt with their
application.
college transcripts
Total fee must accompany application.
(if required)?
I AM APPLYING FOR:
n  o include your
T Computer based test: Paper and pencil test*:
q ASIS members: $300 q Retest: $200 q ASIS members: $200 q Retest: $100
signature and date? q Nonmembers: $450 q Retest: $200 q Nonmembers: $350 q Retest: $100

*Applicable only to the locations below. Paper and pencil exams are only
n  o include payment
T administered the first Saturday of May and November. Please indicate your
in U.S. dollars? preferred test location:

q Queensland, Australia q Jamaica q Panama

Mail or fax completed q Costa Rica q Lagos, Nigeria q Trinidad/Tobago
application with any q Ecuador q Port Harcourt, Nigeria
supporting documentation to:

ASIS International For more information, visit www.asisonline.org/paperpencil

Attn: Finance Department
1625 Prince Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2818 Please charge: q MasterCard q Visa q American Express q Discover
USA
Cardholder name
Fax: +1.703.518.1515
Card number Expiration date
Prices are subject to change. Check the
ASIS website at www.asisonline.org
Authorized amount
for current prices.

Cardholder signature

Refunds
The payment structure above includes a $100 nonrefundable application fee. If your application is rejected for any reason, only the
testing fee portion will be refunded. The computer-based test refund is currently $200 for ASIS members, and $350 for nonmembers.
The paper and pencil refund is currently $100 for ASIS members, and $250 for nonmembers. Testing fees will be returned or credited to
your account.

Qualified U.S. applicants may receive reimbursement for the certification exams through the G.I. Bill. An application is available at
www.gibill.va.gov or call +1.888.442.4551 and request VA Form 22-1990.

Please note: Submitted applications that are not approved will expire after two years and all fees will be forfeited. The certification
department contacts all candidates who have submitted incomplete applications. It is important that requested information is provided
so that eligibility to test is approved.

Extension Policy for Exam Eligibility and Recertification

Candidates who have not tested within their two-year eligibility period will have to reapply for the exam. Certificants who are
beyond their lapsed recertification term will not be granted an extension. ASIS does not grant extensions due to job demands,
company budgets, employment status, personal finances, changes in marital status, changes in mailing address, and other personal
or professional reasons. Extensions may be granted if there is a severe hardship such as a major medical emergency in the immediate
family, a natural disaster, or if on active military duty and deployed into a remote or hazardous area (not applicable to military
contractors). Military personnel need to verify this status by submitting a copy of official deployment orders. Severe hardship must be
documented and verifiable.

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Attestation of Continued Eligibility for Certification

By my signature, I attest that the information I submit herein or in any required

accompanying or subsequent documentation is true and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.

I understand that persons who apply for certification as a Certified Protection Professional
(CPP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), or Physical Security Professional (PSP) or
persons who have been certified by ASIS International, are subject to ASIS International’s
eligibility requirements for certification, recertification and to the ASIS Certification Code
of Professional Responsibility.

I understand that in order to maintain my certification, I must re-certify every three years
by reporting a specified number of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits, in
accordance with ASIS policy and procedures for submitting such reports. I understand that
CPE credits may be earned through education programs and courses and other activities,
and that all CPEs must conform to the requirements specified in ASIS International’s
Recertification Guide. I further understand that from time-to-time ASIS International
may amend its requirements, policies, and procedures to include: initial certification,
recertification, and the Code of Ethics.

I also understand that I may be subject to audit at any time and that ASIS International
reserves the right to take action for failure to comply with the audit
procedures.

While holding ASIS International certification, I agree to notify ASIS International in writing
immediately if I fail to comply with any of the requirements for gaining or maintaining
certification or recertification, such as, but not only limited to, no longer being in the
profession, no longer holding Lifetime Retired status due to returning to full-time
employment, failing to earn the number of CPE credits needed to maintain certification or
to be recertified, or having been disciplined – including suspension, expulsion or loss of the
credential – as a result of having been found in violation of the ASIS Code of Ethics. I also
agree to notify ASIS International in writing of any address or name change(s) within thirty
(30) days after the change becomes effective.

If requested to do so, ASIS International may verify my certification status.

I attest that I have completed all certification and/or recertification requirements.

q By checking this box, I agree with and understand the declaration and
attestation agreement.

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ASIS Certification
Code of Professional
Responsibility
ASIS board certified security professionals and applicants for
certification must adhere to the Code of Professional Responsibility,
agreeing to:
■ Perform professional duties in accordance with the law and the highest moral principles.
Noncompliance includes any acts or omissions amounting to unprofessional conduct and
deemed prejudicial to the certification.

■ Observe the precepts of truthfulness, honesty, and integrity.

■ Be faithful, competent, and diligent in discharging their professional duties.

■ Safeguard confidential and privileged information and exercise due care to prevent its
improper disclosure.

■ Not maliciously injure the professional reputation or practice of colleagues, clients,

or employees.

Any act deemed prejudicial to the certification may result in

denial of approval to take the certification examination or
disciplinary action by the Professional Certification Board (PCB),
up to and including revocation of certification. Such acts may
include, but are not limited to:
■ Providing false or misleading statements or information when applying to take the
certification examination or to recertify.

■ Any act or omission that violates the provisions of the ASIS Certification Code of
Professional Responsibility.

■ Any act that violates the criminal or civil laws of any jurisdiction.

■ Any act that is the proper basis for suspension or revocation of a professional license.

■ Any act or omission that violates the PCB Disciplinary Rules and Procedures.

■ Failure to cooperate with the PCB’s Board of Professional Review in performance of its
duties in investigating any allegation against an applicant or current certificant.

■ Making any false or misleading statements to the PCB regarding an applicant or

current certificant.
About
ASIS International
ASIS International (ASIS) is the leading organization for security professionals
worldwide. Founded in 1955, ASIS is dedicated to increasing the effectiveness
and productivity of security professionals by developing educational programs
and materials that address broad security interests, such as the ASIS Annual
Seminar and Exhibits, as well as specific security topics. ASIS also advocates
the role and value of the security management profession to business, the
media, government entities, and the public. By providing members and the
security community with access to a full range of programs and services, and
by publishing the industry’s number one magazine—Security Management—
ASIS leads the way for advanced and improved security performance.

1625 Prince Street

Alexandria, VA 22314-2882
USA
+1.703.519.6200
Fax: +1.703.519.6299
www.asisonline.org

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