Career Details

Certified Homeland Protection Associate

Description

Those who hold Level I through IV Certified Homeland Protection Associate (CHPA) designations have demonstrated to future employers that through course work and testing, they are prepared to begin a career and advance their career in the area of Homeland Security.

Certifying Organization

National Sheriffs' Association

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? 3 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Certificate name

Court and Judicial Security Certification

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National Sheriffs' Association

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Credible Leadership Foundations

Certifying Organization

Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Credible Leadership Theories

Certifying Organization

Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development

Type

B - Advanced

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