Register here to complete the exam to obtain the Certified Cargo Security Professional® Certification (CCSP) Issued jointly with the American Trucking Associations.

Steps to Certification

1. Meet the minimum experience requirements.
2. Pass a comprehensive certification examination.
3. Fill out the formal application,
4. Submit an exhibit binder with (3) letters of recommendation
   
   

Enroll in this learning event to purchase the full CCSP Certification Package  

Includes

• CCSP Exam Registration fee
• Certification Kit (contains certification application and guidelines)
• CCSP Resource Guidebook. 

Experience Required

1. Baccalaureate degree from any accredited Institution of Higher Learning; Master’s or relateD degree (PhD, MD, or JD), or High School Diploma or GED equivalent with one (1) year experience in the cargo/transportation industry;
   or                  
2. Five (5) years supervisory or management experience in the cargo/transportation industry.

Acceptable Documents

Acceptable documents include copies of your official transcripts or diploma demonstrating highest level of education attained; or signed statements from existing and/or previous employers that verify meeting the minimum experience requirement.

About the CCSP Exam

The CCSP examination consists of 100 multiple choice questions and candidates are alloted 2 hours for completion.  Candidates must score 70% or better.  Be prepared for the CCSP Exam!  Click here to obtain the CCSP Resource Guidebook™. The exam covers the following knowledge domain areas:
- Risk Management
- Investigations
- Facility Physical Security
- Information/Computer Security
- Personnel Security
- Emergency Preparedness Planning
- Hazardous Materials
- Legal and Legislative
- Business Continuity
- Cargo Securement (Security)
- Cross Border Operations
- Food/Agriculture Security

Renewal Requirements

Renewal is required on each 3-year anniversary of your initial certification and subsequent renewals.  Renewal is based on points earned for a minimum number of continuing education and professional development activities completed during each 3-year cycle.  Click here  for the renewal requirements.