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Why Certification?
 Recognition by the private sector of voluntarily
achieved standards; Different from licensure
“Credential”
Latin word “credere” – to believe…to put trust in
“Certify”
Latin “certus” (certain) and “facere” (to make)
Our Future
The next 10-20 years:
 Changing Structure of the workplace
 Increasing importance of certification
 Employers seek evidence of competence
 Globalization of many industries
 Skill sets need to be transportable
Our Future
The next 10-20 years:
 Increased attention by federal/state governments
to importance of certifying professionals
 If industry sets competency benchmarks,
need for government intervention diminishes
Why CPP
 Provides objective measurement
 Security profession’s highest recognition of
practitioners
 Individuals must meet stringent eligibility standards
- education and/or work requirements
- success on comprehensive examination
- recertification every three years
CPP Benefits
To Individuals
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Competence Designation
 Career Enhancement/Compensation
 Networking Opportunities
 Skills Development
CPP Benefits
To Individuals (cont.)
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Increased Value/Expertise
 Demonstrated Commitment
 High Professional and Ethical Standards
 Personal Achievement
CPP Benefits
To Employer
Employee Profile:
 Professionally Competent
 High Ethical Standards
 Demonstrated Expertise
 International Networking
 Self-motivated and Committed
Program Description
 9,000+ professionals have earned the CPP
designation; currently 4,400 CPPs globally
 CPP earned through:
 Experience
 Education
 Responsible charge
 Comprehensive testing
CPP Profile
Tenure in the Security Profession
3-5 yrs. 2%
3% 6-9 yrs.
10-19 yrs.
35%
20+ yrs.
60%
CPP Profile
Level of Education
High School or/ Less
2%
Associate’s Degree/
Some Post secondary
Work
20%
50%
Advanced Degree*
28%
* or some Graduate work
Bachelor’s Degree
CPP Program Statistics
Region
# of CPPs
% of CPPs
I
95
13.1
II
180
12.8
III
284
17.4
IV
223
19.4
V
112
14.5
215
14.0
VI
*as of 06/26/01
*as of 070901
CPP Program Statistics
Region
# of CPPs
% of CPPs
VII
66
15.8
VIII
82
11.4
IX
153
11.8
X
159
13.7
XI
147
19.2
XII
98
15.4
CPP Program Statistics
Region
# of CPPs
% of CPPs
XIII
165
13.4
XIV
197
16.1
XV
259
12.2
XVI
217
10.4
XVII
261
12.2
XVIII
212
13.2
CPP Program Statistics
Region
# of CPPs
% of CPPs
XX
88
5.8
XXII
45
13.2
XXIII
20
11.1
XXIV
14
6.8
XXX
32
10.5
XXXI
10
4.7
CPP Program Statistics
Region
# of CPPs
% of CPPs
XXXII
18
13.8
XL
89
21.0
XLIII
9
18.0
XLIV
1
1.6
160
17.4
L
Regional CPP Statistics
Chapter
# of CPPs
% of CPPs
179
112
012
010
092
108
25
9
62
94
23
2
15.5
16.4
12.8
14.1
15.3
9.1
Eligibility Requirements
Three (3) years in a responsible charge security position
plus one of the following:
 Nine (9) years security experience
 Bachelor’s Degree plus 7 years security
experience
Eligibility Requirements
“Responsible Charge” Defined
 Charge exercised by individual in a supervisory
position that is responsible for independent decision
and actions
 Makes decisions for successful completion of objectives
 Incorporates effective use of appropriate methods and
techniques without directions from superiors
Exam Delivery Systems
Computer-Based Testing (CBT)
$275 Application & Exam Fee - ASIS members
$325 Application & Exam Fee – ASIS non-members
 Available to candidates seeking the CPP designation
in the United States and Canada
 Advantages of CBT
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User friendly
Testing sites in almost 200 locations
Immediate score report upon completion of exam
Candidate decides when and where to take exam
Pencil & Paper Testing
$200 Application & Exam Fee - ASIS members
$250 Application & Exam Fee - ASIS non-members
 Available to international candidates in
English or Spanish
CPP Examination Content
200 Questions
Emergency Management
6%
Security
Management
Investigations
15%
38%
7%
Legal Aspects*
Protective of 6%
Sensitive Information
* (US, Canada and UK)
9%
Personnel Security
19%
Physical Security
Exam Content
Based on Role Delineation Study
 Surveys statistical sample of CPPs approximately every four-five
years
 Presents major areas of responsibility (domains) of security
manager; specific work-related tasks associated with each domain;
knowledge and skills necessary to perform tasks.
 Tasks evaluated on Importance Level, Frequency Scale, and
Potential for Harm (if not performed)
 Results define work-related activities of a CPP, used to determine
exam specifications (e.g., percentages of test questions) and
influence eligibility requirements.
CPP Exam Scoring
Scaled Scoring
Score range: 200 – 800 (pass = 650)
What is Scaled Scoring?
Scaled scores are derived from raw scores
(number correct) through mathematical
conversion, so that scores from different
forms can be reported on a common scale
and, therefore, represent the same level of
competence. As an example, SATs taken
by high school students have scores reported
on a scale.
Practice Items for the CPP
Examination
Protective lighting must be designed to discourage
unauthorized entry, and…
a. prevent internal pilferage and illuminate the exterior of all buildings
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b. aid in the detection of intruders and prevent internal pilferage
c. illuminate all fence lines, and use electrical power efficiently
d. aid in the detection of intruders, and use electrical power efficiently
Practice Items for the CPP
Examination
(continued)
You are the manager of a security company. You have an
opportunity for new business that will generate $5,000 a month.
You decide not to take on the account because the additional
revenue generated by the account would be less than the
additional cost to service the account. The process used to
make the decision is:
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a. margin analysis
b. Break-even analysis
c. game theory
d. linear programming
Practice Items for the CPP
Examination
(continued)
In order to be conclusive, psychological testing must be
conducted:
a. without reference to any kind of other test
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b. as part of a series of pre-hire interviews, including integrity tests,
structured interviews and thorough background checks
c. only after an offer of employment is made
d. without the applicant’s knowing that they are being tested
Recertification
 Required every three years
 Demonstrates commitment to:
 Professional Development
 Maintaining Proficiency and Credibility
 Eligible activities include
 Education
 Teaching And Writing
 Volunteer Service in Security
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Why were the eligibility requirements changed?
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PCB reviews eligibility requirements:
 On a regular basis
 At conclusion of job analysis review
 Requirements updated to reflect environment and
need of security profession
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Why must a CPP who is writing exam questions for
recertification points be restricted to the published CPP
reference list?
 Exam questions drawn from books on reference list
 In accordance with principles of testing / measurement
profession
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Has the difficulty of the CPP examination changed
during the past few years?
 No. Neither increased nor decreased in difficulty
 Statistical procedure – “equating” – is used
between test forms
 Converts scores psychometrically to achieve
comparable difficulty level
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Why is the new passing point 650 and is that a
percentage?
 Passing point set on scale of 200 – 800
 Represents same raw scores previously required;
not percentage
 Candidates’ scaled scores derived from the raw
 Example: SAT scores are reported on a scale
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Why doesn’t the CPP exam test on emerging issues or
trends in our profession, and why doesn’t it test on other
functions performed by security professionals ( such as
safety, fire prevention, emergency medical response)?
 CPP exam covers subjects identified by current
CPPs as most common and important to security
management
 Exam intended to measure general understanding
of seven areas
 Exam does not focus on specific specialties
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Does the fact that more individuals are obtaining the
CPP dilute its value?
 Not as long as knowledge measured / scoring
parameters are consistent
 Most likely effect:
- Greater public awareness of the designation
and recognition of its value
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Why are there questions on the examination that were not
covered in the CPP Review Course or Study Guide?
 Exam questions drawn from reference sources specified by PCB
 Not from CPP Review Course or Study Guide
 Review Course and Guide developed by experienced security
professionals, but
 No relationship between the course and/or Guide, and the exam
 PCB does not oversee the CPP Review course
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. I attend the ASIS Seminar and CPP-Only sessions;
why don’t these show on my records?
 Credit is not automatically entered for any activity
 You must enter all activities on Recertification Credit
Report Form
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. How do I find out how many credits to claim for activities
that I report?
 Refer to Recertification Credit Report Schedule
 CPP page of the ASIS web site
(www.asisonline.org)
 Request hard copy from ASIS Customer Service
(703-519-6200)
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Is recertification credit given for activities in the safety,
fire prevention or related fields?
Yes. As of January 1, 2001:
 3 Credits per 3-year term allowed for education activities in:
 Safety
 Environmental safety
 Fire prevention
 Provide that:
 Topics are relevant to security
 Courses are for professional development
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. – How many credits do I need to recertify?
Effective January 1, 2001:
 CPP must accumulate 16 points during three-year period
 Credits assigned appear on the Maintenance Credit
Schedule
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. Does the recertification schedule for 2001 require CPPs
to perform additional activities to accumulate the required
16 points?
 No
 Credits assigned to many activities have been raised
 Types of eligible activities increased
 Reasons for raising points from 9 to 16:
 Eliminate fractions
 Allow more weight for educational activities
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. How much do I pay to recertify?
 Cost of recertification is $60.00 for ASIS
members; $80 for non-members
 Covers a three-year term
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. How often do I have to report my recertification
activities?
 Recommended at least annually
 Required by December 31 of the 3rd year
Frequently-Asked Questions
Q. – Do I need to submit documentation for attending
ASIS activities?
NO, if:
 Attending an ASIS Headquarters – sponsored seminar/
workshop
 Holding ASIS national offices
 ASIS membership
YES, if:
 attending ASIS chapter or regional activities
Questions?
 ASIS
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Daphne Philos
CPP Program Director
Email: [email protected]
Customer Service: (703) 519-6200
 http:/www.asisonline.org/cpp.htm
 PCB members
 Ass’t RVPs for CPP Coordination
 Chapter CPP Representatives
The following quiz consists of 4 questions and tells
whether you are qualified to be a CPP
1. How do you put a giraffe into a refrigerator?
The correct answer is:
•Open the refrigerator, put in the giraffe and close
the door.
This question tests whether you tend to do
simple things in an overly complicate way.
2. How do you put an elephant into a
refrigerator?
•The wrong answer is:
•Open the refrigerator, put in the elephant and
close the door.
•The correct answer is:
•Open the refrigerator, take out the giraffe, put in
the elephant and close the door.
This question tests your ability to think through
the repercussions of your actions.
3. The Lion King is hosting an animal
conference. All the animals attend except one.
Which animal does not attend?
•The correct answer is:
•The Elephant. The Elephant is in the
refrigerator.
This tests your memory
OK, even if you did not answer the first three
questions correctly, you still have one more
chance to show your abilities.
3. There is a river you must cross. But it is
inhabited by crocodiles. How do you manage it?
•The correct answer is:
•You swim across.
•All the Crocodiles are attending the Animal
Meeting.
This tests whether you lean quickly form your
mistakes.
According to sources, around 90% of the
professionals tested got all questions wrong.
But many preschoolers got several correct
answers.
This conclusively proves the theory that most
professionals don’t have the brains of a four
year old