Certified Protection Officer (CPO) Program
The Certified Protection Officer (CPO) program is a nationally recognized security officer accreditation sponsored by the International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO).
Successful program candidates who earn this prestigious certification must complete an interim (open book) examination consisting of 310 questions. After earning a score of not less than 70 percent, they are required to complete the final proctored (closed book) examination with a final passing grade of not less than 70 percent.
Each MPS Security Officer studies the following security subjects at regular MPS classroom structured training as well as home study and self pacing: