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About NICP CPTED Certification

Recognition, Credibility, Opportunity

Earning the NICP CPTED Professional Designation Certification is confirmation that you have developed expertise in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles, skills, and applications essential for creating safer, healthier, and more sustainable human environments.  It demonstrates your commitment to professional development,  better design, and participating in a network of professional that include community engagement and safety as part of their vision.

Steps for Earning the CPD Certification

The NICP’s Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Professional Designation (CPD) certification is available to those who successfully complete sixty-four hours of Basic and Advanced CPTED training through the NICP. Our courses are multi-disciplinary and provide the skills necessary to deliver comprehensive CPTED design recommendation, create corporate and community CPTED programs, and conduct assessments and make recommendations to governments and private sector groups.

To earn the NICP’s CPTED Professional Designation, a participant must successfully complete the NICP courses listed below within two consecutive years:

  1. Complete the Basic Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Course

  2. Complete the Advanced Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Course

  3. Complete both Basic and Advanced courses within two consecutive years and be certified for 4 years.

STEP 1

Basic Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

(40 Hour Course) teaches the student how the proper design and effective use of the built and social environment can create a more productive use of space and a reduction of crime. The course incorporates plan review, report writing, presentation skills, lighting, planning & zoning, and behavioral management. Students will complete three graded hands-on application activities including conducting a CPTED field assessment and creating a presentation of findings and recommendations. This course concludes with the first of two exams needed to earn the CPD certification.

STEP 2

Advanced Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

(24 Hour Course) focuses on specialized topics such as parks, public art, schools, terror mitigation, site plan reviews, and color & human behavior – all utilizing CPTED concepts and strategies. Students will complete three graded hands-on application activities including a comprehensive CPTED design review and creating a presentation with design recommendations. This course concludes with the second of two exams needed to earn the CPD certification.

The initial NICP CPTED Professional Designation is valid for a period of four years and can be renewed by completing 16 Hours of NICP CPTED CEUs.  The NICP will maintain a national database for those participants that earn the CPD. Those participants that are interested can be included in a searchable database for organizations, agencies, or companies searching for CPTED professionals.

The Personal Value of the NICP CPD Certification

  • Professional Achievement & Person Growth
  • Validating your CPTED expertise
  • Elevating your status in the CPTED community
  • Gaining a competitive edge in your field
  • Learning the language of other design and security professionals

Value of the NICP CPD Certification to your Employer

  • Separate your company from others in the design and security industry
  • Elevate your organization’s reputation, credibility, and skills
  • Demonstrates your company’s adherence to best practices
  • Promote professional development of critical knowledge, skills, and applications of CPTED
  • Build a dedicated CPTED team committed to creating safer, healthier, and more sustainable human environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPTED

CPTED stands for the NICP’s Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

What is Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

Why should I earn the CPTED Professional Designation (CPD) credential?

Earning the CPTED Professional Designation credential allows you to develop an advanced skill sets in the area of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design and professional recognition from your peers and other professionals. The CPD demonstrates your knowledge and competence and brings notable credentials to your resume.

How long will I be certified upon completion of the course?

4 Years

Why should I earn the CPTED Professional Designation (CPD) credential?

Earning the CPTED Professional Designation credential allows you to develop an advanced skill sets in the area of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design and professional recognition from your peers and other professionals. The CPD demonstrates your knowledge and competence and brings notable credentials to your resume.

Where is the NICP CPD Recognized?

All of the NICP’s CPTED courses are open to participants worldwide and provides the opportunity to earn our CPTED Professional Designation (CPD). The CPD is recognized internationally and currently there are CPTED Professional Designation holders on six continents. Looking forward to adding Antarctica to the list!

The NICP is an AIA Continuing Education Training Provider

The NICP is now an AIA-approved continuing education provider in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). Earn 40 LU/HSW upon completion of the NICP Basic CPTED Course and 24 LU/HSW upon completion of the NICP Advanced CPTED Training. The NICP’s CPTED courses approved for AIA CEUs are available online and in-person. Completing both courses allows you to become CPTED certified by earning the NICP CPTED Professional Designation (CPD) certification.

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