Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Certification
Exemplify Excellence
Earning the Certified Protection Professional (CPP®) credential isn’t the end of your achievement—it’s only the beginning. Recognized as the “gold standard” in security management, this internationally respected certification can significantly enhance your career potential. Translate your expertise into a competitive advantage today.
Rise to the Top
The CPP certification validates the comprehensive expertise you’ve acquired through at least five years of experience in security management and three years in a position of responsible charge. With a CPP, you gain added credibility in decision-making, demonstrating fluency in security best practices. This credential showcases your leadership, built on well-rounded expertise, and instills confidence in interactions with senior leadership, clients, and team members. No matter your role or goal, the CPP helps you fulfill your aspirations and advance in the field of security management.
ASIS Dubai Chapter Support
At ASIS Dubai Chapter 250, we are committed to helping you achieve your CPP certification. We offer regular study sessions and resources to guide you through the preparation process. Our experienced chapter members, who hold the CPP certification, facilitate these sessions to ensure you receive the best guidance and support.
Watch this video to learn more about each certification and what you need to get started – and check out our step-by-step application guide.
What it takes to earn the CPP®
Who it is for
Senior security managers with five to seven years of security experience, at least three of them in responsible charge of a security function.
- Full-time employment in a security-related role
- Agreement to the ASIS Certification Code of Conduct
- No conviction that would reflect negatively on the profession
What the exam covers
- Security principles and practices
- Business principles and practices
- Investigations
- Personnel security
- Physical security
- Information security
- Crisis management
The exam is experience-based: questions test how you apply knowledge, not memorisation. Testing is at a test centre or remotely proctored, if approved.
42 of our members already hold the CPP®
Our certified members run the chapter's study groups and share how they prepared. Tell us you are preparing and we will connect you with the next study group and a certified mentor.
From decision to certification in five steps
- Self-assessCheck your experience against the eligibility rules and the ASIS self-assessment guide.
- Join ASISMembers get discounted application fees and free eBook standards.
- Study with usJoin a Dubai Chapter study group and use the official reference set.
- Apply and bookApply online with ASIS, then book a test centre or remote exam.
- Stay certifiedEarn 60 CPE hours every three years. Chapter events count.
Common questions
Do I need to be an ASIS member to apply?
No, but members pay a lower application fee and get free eBook versions of the ASIS Standards & Guidelines used in the reference set. See membership.
Can I take the exam from Dubai?
Yes. ASIS offers testing at test centres or by remote proctoring, if approved. Details and fees are in the ASIS Certification Handbook.
How do I keep my CPP® active?
Complete 60 continuing professional education (CPE) hours in each three-year cycle, linked to the domains of your exam. See the ASIS recertification page.
How can the chapter help me prepare?
We run study groups led by certified members, share study resources and pair candidates with mentors. Contact us to join the next group.
Eligibility and exam facts summarised from ASIS International, November 2026. The official requirements are on the ASIS website and in the Certification Handbook.