Certification: Physical Security Professional (PSP)
1625 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2818
The physical security examination is targeted to security professionals whose primary responsibility is to conduct threat surveys; design integrated security systems that include equipment, procedures, and people; or install, operate, and maintain those systems. The test consists of multiple-choice questions covering tasks, knowledge, and skills in: 1) Physical Security Assessment, 2) Selection of Integrated Physical Security Measures, and 3) Implementation of Physical Security Measures.
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
Core
- The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
- The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
- The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.
- This certification is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
- This certification is related to military occupational specialties.