CMMC Certified Professional

Certified CMMC Professional training course enables participants to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) model and its requirements. It is a gateway for assessors and instructors, as it is a prerequisite to Certified CMMC Assessor Level 1, Certified CMMC Assessor Level 3, and Certified CMMC Instructor certifications.

Why Should You Attend?

By attending the Certified CMMC Professional training course, you will acquire knowledge about the structure of the CMMC model including CMMC levels, domains, capabilities, processes, and practices. In addition, you will develop the ability to understand, differentiate, and explain the relationship between the CMMC and the primary reference documentation such as FAR 52.204-21, DFARS 252.204-7012, DFARS 252.204-7019-7021, NIST SP 800-171, NIST 800-172, NIST 800-53, CUI Definitions and Guidelines from NARA and DOD, and CERT RMM. You will also be able to (a) identify, describe, and compare the roles and responsibilities of each member of the CMMC ecosystem, (b) know what are the CMMC assessment phases, (c) identify and mitigate ethical concerns based on CMMC-AB Code of Professional Conduct, and (d) define and determine the roles and responsibilities for Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

This training course will allow you to become a valuable asset for consultancy agencies, CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs), and organizations demanding CMMC trained resources.

The successful completion of the training course is followed by an exam. If you pass the exam, you can apply for a “Certified CMMC Professional” credential. For more information about the examination process, please refer to the Examination section

Who Can Attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Individuals interested in being part of the CMMC ecosystem as CMMC assessment team members, Certified CMMC Assessors, or Certified CMMC Instructors
• Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the CMMC model and its requirements
• Individuals interested in providing consultancy services for the CMMC preparation
• Individuals working for suppliers of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and for other organizations seeking CMMC certification
• Cybersecurity and technology consultants

Learning objectives

This training course allows you to:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the CMMC maturity levels, domains, capabilities, processes, and practices
• Understand the relationship between CMMC model, FAR clause 52.204-21, DFARS clause 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800-171, and other standards and frameworks
• Gain the ability to interpret the requirements of the CMMC model in the specific context of an Organization Seeking Certification (OSC)
• Develop the necessary knowledge to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, and attaining the required CMMC maturity level
• Gain an understanding of the CMMC ecosystem and assessment methodology

Educational approach

This training course is participant centered and:

• Contains lecture sessions illustrated with graphics, examples, and discussions
• Encourages interaction between participants by means of questions, suggestions, exercises, and quizzes
• Contains essay-type exercises that are based on a case study and multiple-choice quizzes, some of which are scenario-based

Prerequisites for attending the training course

There is no specific prerequisite for participating in this training course, however, it is recommended to have a general knowledge of cybersecurity and information technology concepts and principles.

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