Why Get Certified?

The simple answer is that to remain as competitive as possible today, you must be certified. The bar has been raised in the security profession and employers, contractors, governments, and even clients are now taking additional steps to ensure that they are hiring or working with the most skilled and knowledgeable individuals in the business. Professional certifications from ASIS International offer them another screening tool -- one that has the backing and credibility of the preeminent professional society in the world for those who are responsible for security.

Every profession requires specialized skills. Not every employer knows that you have those skills. In short, certification is an investment in your career, your livelihood, your future.

If you want...

• To demonstrate your advanced knowledge in security management  

• To gain instant professional credibility  

• To advance your career  

• To stand head and shoulders above the competition  

• To increase your earnings potential  

Get certified. Apply today.

ASIS currently offers three certification programs:

Certified Protection Professional (CPP®) 
Since 1977 

Preeminent designation awarded to individuals whose primary responsibilities are in security management and who have demonstrated advanced knowledge in security solutions and best business practices.

Professional Certified Investigator (PCI®) 
Introduced in 2002 

Technical designation award to those individuals whose primary responsibilities are to conduct investigations and who have demonstrated in-depth operational knowledge and competence in this area.

Physical Security Professional (PSP®) 
Introduced in 2002 

Technical designation awarded to those individuals whose primary responsibilities are to conduct physical security surveys, design integrated security systems, or install, operate or maintain those systems and who have demonstrated in-depth operational knowledge and competence in this area.

Above text courtesy of asisonline.org