Navy Credentialing Opportunities (COOL)

Press Release on Navy COOL and IFPO programs.

NAVY COOL candidates are not required to complete the SSMP program which is normaly a mandatory element of enrollment into the CSSM program. The program candidate must have six months previous security supervisory / management experience or equivalent, and submit the appropriate application and remit the certification fee to the IFPO. Candidates accepted into this portion of the program are required to address 10 simulated workplace scenarios demanding supervisory/management action. Candidates must describe the measures he/she deems appropriate for each scenario and substantiate the recommended actions by using the course text as supportive reference. The CSSM Certification Committee will review the scenario material to determine eligibility for certification.

(Two year re-certification requirement necessary. Re-certification will be based on professional development and education).

Navy candidates must first submit a request for a Navy COOL voucher. Once approved and funded the Navy COOL candidate can take advantage of the special pricing shown below.

Navy candidates must first submit a request for a Navy COOL voucher on the Master-at-Arms area of the COOL site at: https://www.cool.navy.mil/enlisted/ma/htm
Once approved and funded the Navy COOL candidate can take advantage of the special pricing shown below.

Eligible candidates must contact their COOL represenative. The Cool represenative will then contact IFPO.

(Please check with your Navy COOL representative to see if you are approved and your name has been registered with IFPO)

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