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Emergency Management Directors
Associate Emergency Manager Certification Description The AEMSM program is for professionals with comprehensive emergency management responsibility. These practitioners integrate all actors in all phases of emergency activity for all types of disasters. The "comprehensive" aspect of Comprehensive Emergency Management includes all four phases of disaster activity: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery for all risks-attack, man-made, and natural-in a federal-state-local operating partnership. Certifying Organization International Association of Emergency Managers http://www.iaem.com Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associate Emergency Manager Website
Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities Certification Description The Insurance Institute of America's newly revised Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation program will teach your employees the practical, relevant skills they need to help manage risk at all levels of your company. Certifying Organization The Institutes http://www.theinstitutes.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities Website
Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer Certification Description The Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer (CAHSO) certification is the second part of the Association's three part progressive certification program. The study materials address the special needs of security in healthcare institutions including: investigative techniques, workplace violence prevention, patient risk groups, electronic security technologies and professionalism. Certifying Organization International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety http://www.iahss.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer Website
Certified Counter Terrorism Specialist Certification Description Certificate in Counter Terrorism Specialist (CCTS) is designed as a "stand-alone" certification or can serve as a "step-up" program into the Certificate Homeland Security Manager (CHSM) program. CCTS provides an understanding of the fundamental principles of National Security strategies, including the legal charter, presidential executive orders, and the framework which guides the operation of national security agencies. Specifically, the program analyzes the role and function of counter intelligence and the Intelligence Community. It will emphasize Operation Security, interrogation techniques, Information Protection and Security. Certifying Organization Center for Security and Emergency Management http://www.c4sem.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Counter Terrorism Specialist Website
Certified Critical Infrastructure Protection Specialist Certification Description The Certificate in critical infrastructure protection (CCIPS) is the perfect vehicle for law enforcement and security professionals looking to expand their expertise and understanding of the broad range of threats to the security of the United States in our new century. The Certificate in critical infrastructure protection draws on experts in law enforcement and intelligence communities, government, international relations and military in order to provide the tools to analyze threats that challenge U.S. security, both in the realm of Homeland Security and to American interests worldwide. Certifying Organization Center for Security and Emergency Management http://www.c4sem.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Critical Infrastructure Protection Specialist Website
Certified Emergency Management Specialist Certification Description Certificate in Emergency Management (CEMS) is designed as a "stand-alone" certification or can serve as a "step-up" program into the Certified Counter Terrorism Specialist (CCTS) or Certificate Homeland Security Management program. Candidates who have expertise in disaster preparedness, planning and response; bioterrorism preparedness; and WMD are eligible for this certification program. Certifying Organization Center for Security and Emergency Management http://www.c4sem.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Emergency Management Specialist Website
Certified Emergency Manager Certification Description A Certified Emergency Manager® (CEM®) has the knowledge, skills and ability to effectively manage a comprehensive emergency management program. A CEM® has a working knowledge of all the basic tenets of emergency management, including mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. A CEM® has experience and knowledge of interagency and community-wide participation in planning, coordination and management functions designed to improve emergency management capabilities. A CEM® can effectively accomplish the goals and objectives of any emergency management program in all environments with little or no additional training orientation. Certifying Organization International Association of Emergency Managers http://www.iaem.com Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Emergency Manager Website
Certified Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Manager Certification Description The Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Certification program provides a unique approach to operation and coordination among first responders and within the Intelligence Community. This program focuses on public safety, emergency management, and homeland security response strategies, communication, administration and logistic needs. This program prepares leaders for community, institutional and agency positions focused on the development, coordination and evaluation of integrated and comprehensive plans for preparation and execution of the responses to a large population disaster of any type. Certifying Organization Center for Security and Emergency Management http://www.c4sem.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Manager Website
Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional Certification Description The Board developed the CHEP credential to meet a need for a practical but "professional certification" for healthcare emergency directors, managers, coordinators, associates, consultants, and others who work with or coordinate real world issues with the health sector. The program relies on information, standards, and best practices from reliable sources including organizations such NFPA, ASTM, DHS, EPA, OSHA, FEMA, and accrediting organizations such as the Joint Commission. Healthcare organizations need professionals that understand how emergency management principles support the healthcare environment of care, the local community, and the nation. Certifying Organization International Board for Certification of Safety Managers http://ibfcsm.org/index.php Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional Website
Certified Healthcare Security Officer Certification Description The Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification is the first part of the Association's three part progressive certification program. Some of the topics included in the Basic Training Manual are an introduction to healthcare security, fundamental security skills, the role of security in healthcare organizations, protective measures, healthcare safety and emergency management security. Certifying Organization International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety http://www.iahss.org Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Healthcare Security Officer Website
Certified Homeland Security Emergency Medical Response Certification Description The Certified Homeland Security and Emergency Medical Response Course provides a clear and concise overview of common terrorist threats and how to handle them. The course also offers practical instruction on the necessary equipment used and practice scenarios to help hone response skills. It discusses the basic techniques for risk assessment, target and hazard identification, as well as countermeasures and response methods. Effective response to any terrorist attack or public safety threat can happen when responders have a plan and are properly trained to handle such incidents. Certifying Organization American Board for Certification in Homeland Security http://www.abchs.com Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Homeland Security Emergency Medical Response Website
Certified Homeland Security Manager Certification Description Offered by the C4SEM with continuing studies and corporate education, this certificate program is designed for personnel working in the areas of counter terrorism, public safety, security management, and law enforcement; executives in corporations responsible for overseeing in-house homeland security programs; and information technology professionals. Candidates interested in enhancing their future career prospects may also benefit from this program by broadening their studies to encompass security within public and private industry. This program focuses on the complexities of homeland and national security providing executives, managers and practitioners with exceptional professional education. Certifying Organization Center for Security and Emergency Management http://www.c4sem.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Homeland Security Manager Website
Healthcare Security Personnel Supervisor Certification Certification Description The Healthcare Safety Certificate Program is an introductory program designed to provide individuals with the basics for healthcare security and safety. The study CD provides information including the fundamentals of healthcare safety, patient safety, fire safety, hazardous materials, physical hazards and emergency management. Certifying Organization International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety http://www.iahss.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Healthcare Security Personnel Supervisor Certification Website
Registered Public-Safety Leader Certification Description This comprehensive 12-month online program leads to the professional designation of Registered Public-Safety Leader (RPL). RPL recipients receive a certificate of acceptance into the APCO Institute Registry of Public Safety Leaders, a prestigious acknowledgement of excellence within our industry. Certifying Organization Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials https://www.apcointl.org/ Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Registered Public-Safety Leader Website
Water Loss Specialist Certification Description The WLS Advanced Certification Program incorporates a wide variety of vetted industry-related courses representing the four major Domains of Knowledge as part of its pre-requisite course requirements. Certifying Organization Restoration Industry Association http://www.restorationindustry.org/ Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Water Loss Specialist Website

Emergency Management Directors

Certification Description
The AEMSM program is for professionals with comprehensive emergency management responsibility. These practitioners integrate all actors in all phases of emergency activity for all types of disasters. The "comprehensive" aspect of Comprehensive Emergency Management includes all four phases of disaster activity: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery for all risks-attack, man-made, and natural-in a federal-state-local operating partnership.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Emergency Managers
http://www.iaem.com

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Associate Emergency Manager Website

Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities

Certification Description
The Insurance Institute of America's newly revised Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation program will teach your employees the practical, relevant skills they need to help manage risk at all levels of your company.

Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities Website

Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer

Certification Description
The Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer (CAHSO) certification is the second part of the Association's three part progressive certification program. The study materials address the special needs of security in healthcare institutions including: investigative techniques, workplace violence prevention, patient risk groups, electronic security technologies and professionalism.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety
http://www.iahss.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer Website

Certified Counter Terrorism Specialist

Certification Description
Certificate in Counter Terrorism Specialist (CCTS) is designed as a "stand-alone" certification or can serve as a "step-up" program into the Certificate Homeland Security Manager (CHSM) program. CCTS provides an understanding of the fundamental principles of National Security strategies, including the legal charter, presidential executive orders, and the framework which guides the operation of national security agencies. Specifically, the program analyzes the role and function of counter intelligence and the Intelligence Community. It will emphasize Operation Security, interrogation techniques, Information Protection and Security.

Certifying Organization
Center for Security and Emergency Management
http://www.c4sem.org/

Certified Counter Terrorism Specialist Website

Certified Critical Infrastructure Protection Specialist

Certification Description
The Certificate in critical infrastructure protection (CCIPS) is the perfect vehicle for law enforcement and security professionals looking to expand their expertise and understanding of the broad range of threats to the security of the United States in our new century. The Certificate in critical infrastructure protection draws on experts in law enforcement and intelligence communities, government, international relations and military in order to provide the tools to analyze threats that challenge U.S. security, both in the realm of Homeland Security and to American interests worldwide.

Certifying Organization
Center for Security and Emergency Management
http://www.c4sem.org/

Certified Critical Infrastructure Protection Specialist Website

Certified Emergency Management Specialist

Certification Description
Certificate in Emergency Management (CEMS) is designed as a "stand-alone" certification or can serve as a "step-up" program into the Certified Counter Terrorism Specialist (CCTS) or Certificate Homeland Security Management program. Candidates who have expertise in disaster preparedness, planning and response; bioterrorism preparedness; and WMD are eligible for this certification program.

Certifying Organization
Center for Security and Emergency Management
http://www.c4sem.org/

Certified Emergency Management Specialist Website

Certified Emergency Manager

Certification Description
A Certified Emergency Manager® (CEM®) has the knowledge, skills and ability to effectively manage a comprehensive emergency management program. A CEM® has a working knowledge of all the basic tenets of emergency management, including mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. A CEM® has experience and knowledge of interagency and community-wide participation in planning, coordination and management functions designed to improve emergency management capabilities. A CEM® can effectively accomplish the goals and objectives of any emergency management program in all environments with little or no additional training orientation.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Emergency Managers
http://www.iaem.com

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Emergency Manager Website

Certified Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Manager

Certification Description
The Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Certification program provides a unique approach to operation and coordination among first responders and within the Intelligence Community. This program focuses on public safety, emergency management, and homeland security response strategies, communication, administration and logistic needs. This program prepares leaders for community, institutional and agency positions focused on the development, coordination and evaluation of integrated and comprehensive plans for preparation and execution of the responses to a large population disaster of any type.

Certifying Organization
Center for Security and Emergency Management
http://www.c4sem.org/

Certified Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Manager Website

Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional

Certification Description
The Board developed the CHEP credential to meet a need for a practical but "professional certification" for healthcare emergency directors, managers, coordinators, associates, consultants, and others who work with or coordinate real world issues with the health sector. The program relies on information, standards, and best practices from reliable sources including organizations such NFPA, ASTM, DHS, EPA, OSHA, FEMA, and accrediting organizations such as the Joint Commission. Healthcare organizations need professionals that understand how emergency management principles support the healthcare environment of care, the local community, and the nation.

Certifying Organization
International Board for Certification of Safety Managers
http://ibfcsm.org/index.php

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional Website

Certified Healthcare Security Officer

Certification Description
The Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification is the first part of the Association's three part progressive certification program. Some of the topics included in the Basic Training Manual are an introduction to healthcare security, fundamental security skills, the role of security in healthcare organizations, protective measures, healthcare safety and emergency management security.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety
http://www.iahss.org

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Healthcare Security Officer Website

Certified Homeland Security Emergency Medical Response

Certification Description
The Certified Homeland Security and Emergency Medical Response Course provides a clear and concise overview of common terrorist threats and how to handle them. The course also offers practical instruction on the necessary equipment used and practice scenarios to help hone response skills. It discusses the basic techniques for risk assessment, target and hazard identification, as well as countermeasures and response methods. Effective response to any terrorist attack or public safety threat can happen when responders have a plan and are properly trained to handle such incidents.

Certifying Organization
American Board for Certification in Homeland Security
http://www.abchs.com

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Homeland Security Emergency Medical Response Website

Certified Homeland Security Manager

Certification Description
Offered by the C4SEM with continuing studies and corporate education, this certificate program is designed for personnel working in the areas of counter terrorism, public safety, security management, and law enforcement; executives in corporations responsible for overseeing in-house homeland security programs; and information technology professionals. Candidates interested in enhancing their future career prospects may also benefit from this program by broadening their studies to encompass security within public and private industry. This program focuses on the complexities of homeland and national security providing executives, managers and practitioners with exceptional professional education.

Certifying Organization
Center for Security and Emergency Management
http://www.c4sem.org/

Certified Homeland Security Manager Website

Healthcare Security Personnel Supervisor Certification

Certification Description
The Healthcare Safety Certificate Program is an introductory program designed to provide individuals with the basics for healthcare security and safety. The study CD provides information including the fundamentals of healthcare safety, patient safety, fire safety, hazardous materials, physical hazards and emergency management.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety
http://www.iahss.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Healthcare Security Personnel Supervisor Certification Website

Registered Public-Safety Leader

Certification Description
This comprehensive 12-month online program leads to the professional designation of Registered Public-Safety Leader (RPL). RPL recipients receive a certificate of acceptance into the APCO Institute Registry of Public Safety Leaders, a prestigious acknowledgement of excellence within our industry.

Certifying Organization
Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials
https://www.apcointl.org/

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Registered Public-Safety Leader Website

Water Loss Specialist

Certification Description
The WLS Advanced Certification Program incorporates a wide variety of vetted industry-related courses representing the four major Domains of Knowledge as part of its pre-requisite course requirements.

Certifying Organization
Restoration Industry Association
http://www.restorationindustry.org/

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Water Loss Specialist Website

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