Description:

The International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection (IFCPP) offers certification for persons working in, or responsible for, cultural property protection. Their multi-tiered program applies to security officers, supervisors, directors, administrators, facility managers, human resources staff, curators, registrars, librarians, and others who wish to gain crucial information and education about the latest methods available in protecting cultural, educational, and public institutions. CIPM and CIPS certifications are recognized by leading institutions and organizations, including the American Association of Museums (AAM), the American Library Association (ALA), and ASIS International (formerly the American Society for Industrial Security). Attendance provides recertification points for several organizations.