Introduction chapter 1 certification summary chapter

INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 1
CERTIFICATION SUMMARY CHAPTER 2
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CHAPTER 3
PREPARING FOR THE EXAMINATION CHAPTER 4
EXAMINATION OVERVIEW CHAPTER 5
EXAMINATION SAMPLE ITEMS CHAPTER 6
AFTER YOU ACHIEVE YOUR CERTIFICATION CHAPTER 7
Table of Contents

Overview of the Certification Process
Apply
Online
Determined
Eligible
Purchase
Exam
Sit for Exam
Receive
Certification
Maintain
Certification
Pay Exam Fee Annual Renewal Fee
Schedule
Exam
Five Year
Recertification
Pass
Fail
One Year Eligibility
Chapter 1
Introduction
The Associate Safety Professional
®
(ASP
®
) Certification
BCSP awards the Associate Safety Professional to individuals
who demonstrate competency and work full-time in
professional positions where at lease 50% of duties are task
devoted to the prevention of harm to individuals in the
workplace environment. Whether your career goals include
seeking a new position, moving up in your current organization
or moving to private practice, you can accelerate your
opportunities by achieving the Associate Safety Professional
(ASP) certification. You can improve your chances for success,
being selected for leadership and senior positions, and
increased salary through the ASP credential. BCSP offers you
the opportunity to rise above the competition by adding the
ASP certification to your portfolio.
Purpose of This Guide
The purpose of this guide is to walk you through the process
of applying for and taking the examination leading to the ASP
certification. This guide is the first step to help you achieve the
credential.
How to Use This Guide
This guide provides you with in-depth information regarding
the application process, examination process and the rules
and procedures essential in retaining the ASP certification after
you achieve it. Reading and following the suggestions and
rules in this guide will help you navigate your path to the ASP
certification.
Click on “My Profile” at bcsp.org to create an account and
apply for your desired certification(s). If you need further
assistance you may contact the Certification Services
Department at [phone] or by email at [email protected] .
Important Information
For the most current version of this publication, please visit
bcsp.org/ASP .
As a candidate or certificant you are solely responsible to keep
BCSP informed of your current mail and email address. If either
address changes, you must notify BCSP. You could lose your
credential or eligibility status if you miss important notifications
related to your credential.
Introduction – 1

2 – Introduction
About BCSP
BCSP is recognized as a leader in high-quality credentialing
for Safety, Health, and Environmental (SH&E) practitioners.
BCSP establishes standards for and verifies competency in
professional safety practice and evaluates certificants for
compliance with recertification requirements. BCSP also
operates technician, technologist, supervisory, and trainer
SH&E certifications that provide additional career paths for
safety practitioners.