Certifications
Certifications are often sought by those in specialized fields. In fact, most of our instructors have been certified in their particular field with a recognized certification.
We value certifications which prove that the applicant has acquired the knowledge and special skills, and have demonstrated proficiency. As such,we provide a realistic crime prevention through environmental design certification (cpted) program, described below.
There are many adequate Crime Prevention specialists (CPS) certifications available through private vendors, non-profit organizations, governmental entities, and association and thus we do not offer a CPS certification. Many of the certifying entities recognize our courses for credit in their certification training requirements.
Certified LAw enforcement Crime Prevention through environmental design Practitioner (Le-cpted)
We recognize those crime prevention practitioners who meet the prescribed requirements for our specialty certification - Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Practitioners. (LE-CPTED)
This recognition is based upon knowledge obtained in the field of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), situational crime prevention, target hardening, security assessments of facilities, and advanced coursework in understanding these topics.
While our practitioner certification is much more difficult for us than simply grading an exam, we feel it necessary to provide the practitioner, and those they serve, with assurances that the LE-CPTED Practitioner is well equipped and skilled in applying CPTED.
We value certifications that meet relevant standards, proving that the applicant has acquired the knowledge and special skills. Rather than merely attending a class and passing an examination, the applicant must also display a certain level of expertise in the field for which certified. We do not believe that all certifications are equally valuable to every individual but rather should be tailored to what the PRACTITIONER’s role will be. It is for that reason that we offer the Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Practitioner certification (LE-CPTED). While we do not restrict the certification to law enforcement, our certification is designed toward the role that law enforcement, security, and government employees will most often play in the use of CPTED.
We believe that the practitioner will advance through using the skills which we provide. Our certification is not designed for our benefit but for the benefit of those being served. To require ongoing training solely with us for a re-certification would be self-serving and unethical in our opinion. In the past we had followed the trend of recertification requirement, but as our goal is always to instill knowledge and to help the practitioner to grow, we realize the best teacher is experience and self advancement. Therefore in 2022, we made the LE-CPTED Practitioner certification a lifetime certification.
We encourage all practitioners to attend CPTED related training and to remain current, but they should determine the training that serves their need.
While we are a private business,requiring re-certification through forced attendance at our courses does not meet with our service to others and prevention first values.
Eligibility Requirements and process
The following requirements must be achieved to be certified as a Law Enforcement-Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Practitioner. There is no fee to apply for this certification.
The applicant shall:
1. Complete a Basic (Introductory) CPTED course of at least two day duration, offered by the Crime Prevention Center or provide proof of having completed a similar recognized approved course. (Proof examples are: Certificates of completion, Law Enforcement Academy certified training record, military police training record, etc.) The CPC ONLINE Introductory CPTED course will also meet this requirement.
2. Complete the Advanced CPTED course offered by the Crime Prevention Center (CPC) through full attendance, participating in the practical assessment exercise, and obtaining a passing grade of 70% on the course examination. ** The CPC course is required and no substitutions of other training will suffice. Additionally, the advanced CPTED course must be taken within three years of completion of the Basic course offered for meeting eligibility.
3. Submit the certification application form and proofs, with an attached residential, business or other security assessment to the Crime Prevention Center for review by the LE-CPTED certification review committee. (All identifying names of persons, businesses and addresses MUST be redacted for confidentiality. We will not accept documents that have not been redacted and we assume no responsibility for such documents.)
Alternatively to an assessment, the applicant may copy and submit a schematic plan with their commentary as part of a plan review process.
The committee will evaluate the provided assessment or plan review to ensure that the practitioner clearly possesses an understanding of CPTED and the practical application.
Application Process/Required Submission
Any person wishing to apply for this certification must complete our application form. Please email us at rarrington@crimeprventioncenter.org to request an application package via email.
The Crime Prevention Center for Training and Services have identified several experienced CPTED practitioners residing in a number of served states who will serve as the Certifications Committee. One or more of the committee members will review the application and security assessments and provide commentary/justification for approval or disapproval.
The Crime Prevention Center for Training and Services, LLC will report the approval or disapproval to the applicant via email and will follow-up with U.S. Postal delivery of the recognition.
Recognition
1. This certification will be recognized through issuance of a certificate, issued by the Crime Prevention Center, designating the successful applicant as Law Enforcement- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Practitioner (LE-CPTED) certified.
2. The successful candidate will also receive a specially designed lapel pin designating them a LE-CPTED Practitioner to proudly wear whenever appropriate.
3. In order to encourage further growth, the certification will also grant the certified Law Enforcement- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Practitioner a ten percent discount on registration to any of the Crime Prevention Center training they wish to attend for two years following the certification. (This discount may not be used with already discounted courses.)
4. CPC would love to congratulate the practitioner with a brief note of congratulations and their photo, if provided, on the CPC website and Social Media sites. The practitioner must opt out of the congratulations, on the certification application, otherwise the congratulations will be automatic. If a photo is provided, it will be added.