Top 10 CPE Credit Tips to Maintain Your Certification

nNothing in cybersecurity ever stays the same. It’s a constantly evolvingnfield that demands lifelong learning. To help ensure members stay current onnthe latest issues and best practices, ISC2 certification requires continuingnprofessional education (CPE). As cybersecurity’s most recognizedncredentials, ISC2 certifications demonstrate deep knowledge, supported bynthe ongoing professional development CPE credits represent.n

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nWe’re here to help you accomplish your long-term goals, maintain yourncertifications and stay ahead of emerging trends.nnnHere are just a few examples of ISC2 CPE activities available to membersnfree of charge or at a discounted rate, all of which will earn you automaticnCPE credits:n

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• n n Certificates –n n Gain expertise in the latest cybersecurity topics and earn digitaln badges. Each online ISC2 Certificate turns a laser focus on the subjectn matter.n
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• n n Express Coursesn n – Advance your skills with short-format online learningn designed to fit your busy schedule.n
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• n n Certification Trainingn n – Earn valuable CPE credits as you prepare for yourn next ISC2 certification.n
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• n n Eventsn n – Network with your peers and grow your knowledge atn our SECURE Summits and Security Congress annual conference.n
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• n n Webinarsn n – Stay up-to-date on global trends and hot-buttonn topics with our free webinars.n
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• n n Insights Quizzesn n – Read about what’s happening now in cybersecurity inn our Insights articles and test your knowledge for credits.n
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nLooking for ways to help make earning your CPE credits easier? Follow thesentop 10 tips, recommended by certified members:n

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1. n Know your options. It’s not just CPE courses that earnn credits — so do chapter meetings, volunteering and presentations. For then full list of CPE activities, download then n ISC2 CPE Infographic.n n
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2. Keep a steady pace. Dedicate at least three hours eachn month to CPE activities. That way, you won’t feel rushed when yourn certification is up for renewal.n
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3. n Log your credits in a central spot. Record your CPEn activities in one notebook or file with the date, title and time for easyn entry and tracking.n
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4. n Submit as you go. Auto-submissions can take up to sixn weeks to appear in your account, and audits can hold up renewals. Don’t putn it off.n
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5. n Get credited automatically. Save time by registering forn BrightTALK webinars with your member ID — credits are instantly applied ton your account.n
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6. n Don’t miss out on credits. Select all the relevantn domains from your certifications when you submit CPE activities.n
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7. n Extend your credits. Hold multiple certifications? Ben sure to choose all the relevant domains across all your credentials whenn submitting CPE activities.n
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8. n Verify it. Always document your CPE activities. It willn make the audit process worlds easier if you’re selected.n
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9. n Get ahead of questions. Take a few minutes to readn through ourn n CPE FAQs.n n
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10. Reach out if you need help. Struggling to meet your CPEn requirements by the deadline?n n Contact us.n n
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nKeep learning. By developing and enhancing your skills through continuingnprofessional education, you’re making an important investment in yourself.nFor a comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about maintainingnyour ISC2 certifications with CPE credits, download our updated CertificationnMaintenance Handbook.

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