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Certification

Freight Forwarders

Certification Description
Cargo is a multifaceted business and the cargo professional excels in directing areas such as dangerous goods, live animals, e-Freight, perishables and ULDs.

Certifying Organization
International Air Transport Association
http://www.iata.org/Pages/default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● 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

Air Cargo Professional Website

Certification Description
The NCBFAA's Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) Certification Program is designed to assist trade professionals involved in the import industry to become experts in the current import regulations. Whether you have a broker's license or you have just a year or two of related experience, this course will provide you with a solid foundation for you to increase your industry knowledge. The CCS course will review fundamental points relevant to the importation process while delving into practical, relevant subject matter not generally tested on the formal Customs licensing exam.

Certifying Organization
The National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America
http://www.ncbfaa.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● 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)? No

Certified Customs Specialist Website

Certification Description
The program is built upon a set of key export regulatory requirements and legislations to provide the technical competency necessary to deliver freight forwarding services and exporting solutions. Equipped by this certification, professionals will render professional and consistent trade services that benefit their companies and clients.

Certifying Organization
The National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America
http://www.ncbfaa.org/

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)? No

Certified Export Specialist Website

Certification Description
Those who earn the coveted CIFF designation are professionals who have demonstrated mastery of importing and exporting terminology, processes, documentation and latest freight forwarding industry practices. This valuable logistics certification tells employers you are ready to help them engage the global supply chain.

Certifying Organization
IIEI Certification
http://www.industrycertification.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● 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)? No

Certified International Freight Forwarder Website

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