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Correctional Certification

Corrections Certification Program

The Corrections Certification Program (CCP) is a program that gives individuals an opportunity to receive recognition for mastering specialized knowledge and skills.

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Appeals Process

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Health Care Certification Application

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Benefits of Certification

What advantages does Certification offer?
ACA designed the Corrections Certification Program to:

  • Increase the overall knowledge level of practitioners
  • Foster professional development and lifelong learning
  • Promote corrections as a rewarding career
  • Enhance society’s image of corrections personnel and the field of corrections

How would becoming a Certified Corrections Professional (CCP) better my staff, my institution, and/or my agency?
Becoming a Certified Corrections Professional (CCP) enables staff at all levels to become part of a nationwide network of resources, ideas, opinions, skills, and people that can enhance the productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness of your agency.