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Certified Protection Officer — CPO

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Description

The CPO program is designed for protection professionals intent on improving their individual security skills. Successful CPO's are finding that the program significantly improves job performance and job enjoyment by providing a broader understanding of the roles, duties and responsibilities of the protection officer.

Certifying Organization

International Foundation for Protection Officers

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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