Apply first.
Proceed by invitation.
Applications are free. Each certification’s fee is published on its detail page. Accepted candidates may proceed to checkout; payment does not guarantee certification.
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Do I need a candidate account to apply?+
No. Submit your name, email address, and professional details directly on the public application page. Accepted applicants can create or connect their candidate account after receiving an invitation.
Why are certifications invitation only?+
Professional review helps establish readiness for the selected discipline. Admission allows you to proceed to examination; earning the certification requires passing it.
Do I need an invitation before I apply?+
No. Security professionals can submit an application directly. Your application is reviewed, and accepted candidates receive an invitation to proceed.
What happens after I apply?+
Admissions evaluates your experience and supporting evidence, then emails the decision. If accepted, you receive a private invitation to create or connect your candidate account and proceed to enrollment.
Is there a fee to apply?+
Applying is free. Certification fees are shown on each certification page; checkout is available only after your application is accepted.