Certificate In Crime Prevention Studies (CCPS)
A module of the Diploma In Corporate Security Management Studies (DCSMS)
In a time where crime risks are becoming more complex, opportunistic, and digitally enabled, effective prevention is no longer the sole domain of law enforcement—it has become a critical function across all sectors. The Certificate in Crime Prevention Studies (CCPS) is a comprehensive training program designed to equip professionals with the mindset, methodology, and practical skills to proactively prevent crime and reduce vulnerabilities within their organisations and environments.
The anticipation, recognition, and appraisal of crime risks—followed by the initiation of deliberate, strategic actions to reduce or eliminate them—forms the core priority of this program. With increasing budgetary constraints, higher expectations from management, and the added challenge of managing diverse populations of employees, vendors, and clients, crime prevention has taken on a renewed and critical importance. This course empowers participants with a structured, yet highly adaptable, approach to developing and implementing crime prevention strategies that are both sustainable and scalable across business sectors.
Participants will acquire skills grounded in real-world scenarios and learn the latest approaches in crime assessment, audits, and prevention frameworks that can be customised and embedded into their own organisational contexts. Emphasis is placed not only on technical competencies, but also on the versatility, flexibility, adaptability, and adoptability required to operate effectively in today’s multidisciplinary and cross-functional environments.
This program encourages a collaborative mindset—one that recognises the need for cohesive coordination between departments, functions, and external law enforcement partners. Whether applied in public or private sectors, large organisations or small enterprises, the principles taught in this course offer transferable, actionable knowledge applicable across industries including retail, logistics, finance, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and more.
Ideal for security professionals, law enforcement officers, property managers, asset protection teams and workplace safety personnel, the CCPS serves as a powerful platform for developing next-generation crime prevention capabilities—enabling participants to shift from reactive response to proactive protection, and from isolated security functions to integrated, organisation-wide crime risk management.
The Certificate in Crime Prevention Studies (CCPS) is designed for professionals across various sectors who are committed to enhancing their understanding and application of crime prevention strategies. This program is particularly suitable for:
| 1) | Security and Risk Management Professionals : Security managers and officers will find the CCPS invaluable in refining their skills and strategies for safeguarding organizational assets. The program equips these professionals with advanced techniques and comprehensive knowledge to develop and manage effective security frameworks, ensuring their approaches are current and robust. Similarly, risk assessors and consultants will benefit from the program’s focus on risk identification and mitigation, enhancing their ability to devise effective measures that address and counteract potential threats. |
| 2) | Law Enforcement and Public Safety Personnel : For police officers and investigators, CCPS offers advanced insights into crime prevention strategies and community engagement techniques that are crucial for enhancing public safety. Emergency responders will also find the program beneficial as it integrates crime prevention principles into emergency planning and response, enabling them to manage and address security challenges more effectively during crises. |
| 3) | Facility and Property Managers : Facility managers can leverage CCPS to implement advanced security measures that protect valuable assets and ensure a secure operational environment. Property managers, both residential and commercial, will gain critical skills to address and manage security concerns, enhancing their ability to maintain safety and security within their properties. |
| 4) | Urban Planners and Community Leaders : Urban planners will find the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles particularly relevant, as they can apply these strategies to design safer urban spaces that deter criminal activity. Community leaders will also benefit from the program by acquiring practical strategies for addressing and preventing crime in local communities, thereby fostering safer and more resilient neighborhoods. |
| Duration | 3 Days |
| Language | English |
| Assessment | Written |
| Applicable Fee | SGD 100 (Non-Refundable) |
| Program Fee | SGD 1,635 (F2F), SGD 1,250 (Online) |
