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What is certification?Certification is a credential acknowledging an individual has demonstrated a specific level of knowledge or competence, as defined by a professional standards setting organization. What is the difference between a certificate and a certification program?A certification program is more than a certificate program. Certification programs focus on testing, whereas certificate programs focus on learning. The latter typically results in a certificate of attendance or completion and is not always based on testing of learning. Certification results in a credential that provides assurance that those who have achieved certification can demonstrate the required competencies. What is the SPeD Certification Program?The SPēD Certification Program is based on functions performed and requirements developed under DoDI 3305.13 and the subsequent manual that defined the required skill standards. It is not based on occupational titles or specific jobs. The SPēD Certification Program is legally defensible and certifies that the individual satisfies standards approved by the Department of Defense Security Training Council (DSTC), an advisory body on DoD on security training. The SPēD Certification Program is aligned with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 610, Annex R – Security Competencies. The SPēD Certification Program has four distinct tiers. SPēD certification begins at Tier 1 (Security Fundamentals) and progresses to Tier 4 (Security Enterprise), as the scope, responsibility, and complexity of the security role increases. All candidates for SPēD certification must take the Tier 1 examination. See chart below for details. SPēD certification candidates will be tested using security standards for knowledge, skills, and competencies. Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Tiers
What positions will be certified?DoD Components and Agencies will designate the military and civilian positions and the level of certification required. What about other certifications? Will the SPēD Program recognize them?The SPēD Program Office will evaluate credentials from security-related programs to determine their applicability to SPēD Certification requirements. What if I do not pass the Certification exam?If a successful score is not obtained on the exam, the certification exam can be retaken by the applicant after 90 days. |
