Certification Programs
- Certified Protection Officer Program (CPO)
- CPO Final Challenge
- Certified In Security Supervision And Management Program (CSSM)
(SSMP shown below is a pre-requisite for the CSSM program) - Certified Protection Officer Instructor (CPOI)*
- Criminal Justice Students/Instructors
- A Guide to Using the CPO Program
Certified Protection Officers are currently employed in many businesses and organizations.
Certificates of Completion
- Entry Level Protection Officer (ELPO)
- Officer Basic Training (OBT)
- Professional Security Officer Program (PSOP) [Formerly the Basic Protection Officer]
- Security Supervision and Management Program (SSMP)
- Final Challenge (SSMP)
Navy COOL Applicants (Navy Personnel Only)
- Certified Protection Officer Program (CPO)
- Certified Protection Officer Instructor
- Certified In Security Supervision And Management Program (CSSM)
- Security Supervision and Management Program (SSMP)
Workforce Enhancement
Recertification Guidelines and Workbook
IFPO has established guidelines for re-certification and the issuing of new certificates for CPO, CSSM, and CPOI certifications. This document also includes pricing, instructions, and an application form for recertification.
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Program textbooks
- IFPO Industry Leading textbooks
Proctor Information
- Proctor Qualifications
- Proctor Application
ASIS International awards re-certification credits for successful completion of the following IFPO programs:
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
- Security Supervision and Management Program (SSMP)
- Certified In Security Supervision And Management Program (CSSM)
*It is not MANDATORY that an instructor be a CPOI prior to delivering the CPO program. It is recommended, as it adds to the credibility but is not essential. Please contact ASIS directly for the specific number of credits awarded.