Certified Security Consultant

Security consultant is not a profession and there is almost no training for it, because you can only become a security consultant if you have years of experience in the field of security. However, they are an important position because they advise, analyze and evaluate existing security measures or vulnerabilities in companies. Based on their expertise and assessment, measures are taken that are vital for the protection and safety of companies and people. 

In particular, former soldiers and police officers are readily employed in companies as security experts. They have the necessary security awareness, expertise and competence to provide customers or employers with comprehensive advice. 

With the IAPPA Certified Security Consulting certificate, you gain a great advantage in the industry or with potential employers. Show that your rating is worth something and that you always put the customer's well-being first.  

If you meet the requirements for Security Consultant Certification, you can start the certification process at the bottom of this page.

Each application will be personally reviewed and evaluated by the IAPPA Certification Centre. If further documentation or evidence is required, you will be contacted by the Certification Office. 

Upon successful certification, your printed certificate and IAPPA badge will be mailed to you. Please allow approx. 14 days for the entire certification process and despatch of the documents.  

With the certification we offer you the opportunity to become a member of IAPPA. The first year of membership is free of charge. After that there is an annual fee of 99,- EURO.

We wish you every success with the certification process and look forward to receiving your application. 

The requirements for the Certified Security Consultant certification are transparent and only a few exceptions can be made. This is important to ensure the value of being certified by IAPPA. 

• Former police or military personnel with leadership and organizational responsibilities

• Security systems consultant, travel security consultant, education and training consultant, prevention consultant, security measures consultant

• Employees with security responsibilities in companies, security firms or comparable tasks with at least 3 years of professional experience.

If you cannot provide proof of meeting the requirements but fulfill the requirements for certification as a security manager, you may still apply. However, please send an e-mail to our office in advance and let us know what experience you have. Our team will then check the information and decide whether you will be accepted into the program.