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Associate Protection Professional (APP®), Preparation
Course Description

ASIS APP® is a Board certification, which is recognized across the world. Whether you’ve recently obtained your degree or made the switch from an entirely different sector, the APP® certification is your first step in advancing your security career. This designation, which you can earn with only a year of applicable experience, shows hiring managers that you have an assured grasp of the fundamental security skills you need to level up your career.

It can help you gain global recognition from your peers and the industry, gain a competitive edge in the marketplace, and enhance your career and earnings potential.

The APP exam consists of 125 multiple-choice questions covering tasks, knowledge and skills across four broad domains and your tutor. This bootcamp aids your preparation with complete mock exams, assessing your understanding of the materials and highlighting areas for further study.

Note: the ASIS exams are experience-based therefore, you will need to apply your own experience to answer the questions correctly.

The Associate Protection Professional (APP) certification is designed for entry-level security professionals who are looking to build a strong foundation in security management principles.

To be eligible, candidates must:

  • Have at least 1 year of paid experience in a security-related role.
    • Candidates who hold an approved security certification may qualify with as little as 6 months of paid security experience.
  • Be employed full-time in a security-related position.
  • Have no criminal convictions that could negatively impact their professional standing in the security industry or the ASIS certification program.
  • Agree to comply with the ASIS Certification Code of Conduct.
  • Adhere to all ASIS certification policies and requirements outlined in the Certification Handbook.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the key concepts and principles of security management.
  • Apply fundamental risk management practices to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks.
  • Explain the relationship between security operations and business objectives.
  • Recognize the roles and responsibilities of security professionals within an organization.
  • Understand incident response and business continuity principles.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the four APP exam domains:
    • Security Fundamentals
    • Business Operations
    • Risk Management
    • Response Management
  • Apply APP exam concepts through practice questions and case studies.
  • Improve readiness and confidence for the ASIS APP certification examination.
  • Entry-level security professionals
  • Security officers and supervisors
  • Security coordinators and team leaders
  • Professionals transitioning into security roles
  • Candidates preparing for the ASIS APP certification exam
  • Individuals seeking a foundation in security management principles

About the Exam

  • To gain the post-nominals ‘APP’, The ASIS exam can now be taken at your own home – meaning you don’t necessarily need to travel to a test center. Alternatively, you can sit the exam at a Prometric test center – which you book via ASIS directly.
  • Whichever exam option you choose, you are responsible for booking it and submitting your education and experience references.
  • The APP® exam consists of 100 scored and 25 unscored multiple-choice questions. The exam covers tasks, knowledge and skills across the four key domains in this course.
  • The exam fee is not included in this training package.

Domain 1: Security Fundamentals (Approx. 33-35%)

This domain covers the foundational concepts, principles, and practices of security management.

  • Security principles and terminology
  • Security roles and responsibilities
  • Ethics and professional conduct
  • Legal and regulatory considerations
  • Physical security fundamentals
  • Access control concepts
  • Security policies, procedures, and standards
  • Crime prevention and loss prevention concepts
  • Security awareness and security culture
  • Information protection fundamentals

 Domain 2: Business Operations (Approx. 22-25%)

This domain focuses on how security supports organizational objectives and business functions.

  • Organizational structures and governance
  • Business processes and operations
  • Strategic planning fundamentals
  • Budgeting and resource allocation
  • Human resources considerations
  • Vendor and contract management
  • Communication and stakeholder management
  • Project management fundamentals
  • Security program administration
  • Business continuity concepts

Domain 3: Risk Management (Approx. 23-25%)

This domain focuses on identifying, assessing, and managing security risks.

  • Risk management principles
  • Threat identification
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Risk assessment methodologies
  • Risk analysis and evaluation
  • Security surveys and audits
  • Risk treatment and mitigation strategies
  • Compliance and regulatory requirements
  • Enterprise risk management concepts
  • Security planning and resilience

Domain 4: Response Management (Approx. 18-19%)

This domain focuses on responding to incidents, emergencies, and crises.

  • Incident management
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Crisis management fundamentals
  • Business continuity planning
  • Disaster recovery concepts
  • Incident reporting and documentation
  • Investigation fundamentals
  • Coordination with emergency responders
  • Post-incident review and corrective actions
  • Recovery and restoration activities

APP Exam Preparation

  • APP Exam Structure and Question Types
  • Exam-Taking Strategies
  • Domain Review Sessions
  • Practice Questions
  • Mock Examination
  • Final Readiness Assessment

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5 Days
Code Date Venue Fees Action
CE206-01
2026-09-20
Cairo
USD 5450
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CE206-02
2026-11-22
Manama
USD 5450
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