My cATO™ IACSP Membership

The Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer (cATO™) credential is the global benchmark for recognizing career achievement and knowledge in the protection of facilities, organizations, and the public against acts of terrorism. The Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer credential is awarded to a candidate who has met eligibility requirements and passed the cATO™ Certification Examination to demonstrate proficiency of the cATO™ Body of Knowledge.

The cATO™ designation formally recognizes that a security or public safety professional has met the rigorous standards set forth by the Certifying Board of The International Association for Counterterrorism and Security Professionals (IACSP).

Becoming board certified as a Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer distinguishes you in the security and public safety profession by demonstrating your expertise in the specialized field of managing terrorism-related risk and commitment to the safety and welfare of your community.

Certification

The Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer (cATO™) credential is the global benchmark for recognizing career achievement and knowledge in the protection of facilities, organizations, and the public against acts of terrorism.

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Application

All Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer (cATO™) candidates are required to comply with essential eligibility requirements and complete the cATO™ application and examination.

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Examination

Each candidate for certification is required to pass the cATO™ Certification Examination to measure their knowledge of anti-terrorism and related risk management topics.

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Body of Knowledge

The cATO™ Body of Knowledge includes a wide spectrum of topics related to contemporary terrorism and the protection of facilities and the public against acts of terrorism.

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Preparation

IACSP offers several ways to prepare for the Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer (cATO™) Certification Examination including live seminars, online training/review courses, and independent study.

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Membership

Eligibility for cATO™ certification is limited to active members of the International Association for Counterterrorism and Security Professionals (IACSP).

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International Association for Counterterrorism and Security Professionals
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