Commit to Your Future


Start the new year with the direction and purpose that will guide you to long-term success in your cybersecurity career.

Now is the time to set meaningful goals and seize new opportunities. ISC2 certifications are cybersecurity’s most widely recognized and sought-after achievements, valued by professionals and employers worldwide. No matter where you are in your career, ISC2 certification and membership is a proven way to help realize your goals.

You can do it. Follow these four steps to certification success.*

Commit. Plan. Succeed. Thrive.
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1. Commit to a Date

First, schedule your exam. By establishing a deadline, you create a clear timeline. And with your exam date on the calendar, you’re primed to stay motivated.

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2. Create a Study Plan

Use the exam outline to become familiar with the topics you’ll be tested on. Work back from your test date and block out time every day to prepare.

ISC2 offers flexible exam prep, including Online Self-Paced, Online Instructor-Led and Classroom-Based Training. Choose the option that works best for your schedule and learning style.

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3. Succeed on Exam Day

Get acquainted with the exam process. Review exam policies and procedures before the big day to avoid unexpected issues at the last minute.

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4. Thrive as an ISC2 Member

Certification isn’t the end of your journey, it’s a window to your future. ISC2 members and associates advance their careers with continuing professional education, peer-to-peer networking and opportunities to contribute to our vision of inspiring a safe and secure cyber world.

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*Note: This action plan is intended to help motivate you on your ISC2 certification journey. You are not required to follow these steps exactly. See official ISC2 exam policies and procedures.