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ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)

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Your Study Path

PSP ASIS International Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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1

Assessment FoundationsYou are here

Master asset prioritization, threat analysis, and vulnerability methods.

35
hours
2

System Design and Integration

Build depth in design constraints, requirements, and integrated controls.

45
hours
3

Implementation and Operations

Practice rollout, testing, procedures, and ongoing measure effectiveness.

35
hours
4

Final Mixed Practice

Run full-length mocks and sharpen weak-task remediation.

25
hours
Estimated total study time
140 hours
That's about 14 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the PSP Exam?

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Age
Education
No degree requires 5 years of physical security experience (4 with APP); a bachelor's degree requires 4 years (3 with APP); a master's degree requires 3 years
Experience
Experience must be in physical security; ASIS reviews the resume/CV against PSP domains before issuing authorization to test
Additional Requirements
  • Have been employed full time in a security-related role; current employment is not required
  • Have no felony criminal conviction that would reflect negatively on the security profession, ASIS, or the certification program
  • Agree to the ASIS Certification Code of Professional Responsibility and Certification Handbook policies
  • Submit an online application with resume/CV and unofficial transcript if using a degree
  • Schedule and take the exam within the one-year eligibility window after authorization

PSP Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Prometric

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates may test no more than three times during the one-year eligibility period and must wait 60 days between attempts. The retake fee is $480. After three failures or eligibility expiration, a new application is required.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$580 (ASIS members) / $910 (nonmembers)
Total Estimated Cost$580-$910 for a first attempt, plus optional membership and recertification fees
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What You'll Study

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PSP Exam Details

ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)

Administered by ASIS International

Official Source
Scaled score of at least 650
Passing Score
140
Questions
2.5
Hours
$580 ASIS members; $910 nonmembers
Exam Fee
Study time: 100-160 hours
Prerequisites: 3-5 years of physical security experience based on education; APP holders may reduce the requirement by one year except at the master's-degree path
Valid for: 3 years (60 CPE credits required to recertify)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official ASIS International content outline

Physical Security Assessment34%

Asset, threat, vulnerability, and risk assessment planning and execution.

Application, Design, and Integration of Systems35%

Security program requirements, system design constraints, and technology integration.

Implementation of Physical Security Measures31%

Project implementation, testing, operations, and performance validation.

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