Certified CMMC Professional (CCP)  – An entry-level Certification used as a pre-requisite for to become a Certified Assessor or Instructor

CMMC Foundations

The PECB CMMC Foundations training course enables participants to understand the fundamental concepts and principles of the CMMC model.

Why should you attend?

The PECB CMMC Foundations training course allows you to learn more about the structure of the CMMC model including CMMC levels, domains, capabilities, processes, and practices. You will also gain basic knowledge related to the CMMC ecosystem, the CMMC assessment process and methodology, and the CMMC Code of Professional Conduct.

The successful completion of the training course is followed by an exam. A PECB Foundations certificate demonstrates that you comprehend the CMMC model, are able to interpret the requirements for specific CMMC levels, and have the basic knowledge to help an organization in implementing and managing the requirements of the CMMC model.

Who should attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Individuals interested in being part of the CMMC ecosystem
• Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the CMMC model 
• Individuals interested in using the CMMC model 
• Suppliers of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and others seeking CMMC certification

Learning objectives

This training course allows you to:

• Understand the basic concepts, definitions, and approaches of the CMMC model
• Get acquainted with the CMMC maturity levels, domains, processes, and practices
• Develop a general understanding of how the CMMC model could be applied in the supply chain of the DoD and the DIB sector

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, quizzes, etc. 
• Includes quizzes which are a simulation of the questions of the final exam

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.

A professional authorized to conduct CMMC Assessments for Level 1 and recommend Maturity Level certifications pending CMMC-AB Quality Assurance (QA) approval.

Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) Requirements

• Certified CMMC Assessor Credential
• 4+ years of cyber or other information technology experience
• Complete the training and exam for the Certified CMMC Assessor credential
• Have or gain a favorably adjudicated Tier 3 Suitability Determination that results in no security clearance**

  -or- 

  Possess a NAC (National Agency Check), DHS Suitability Credential or other DoD accepted clearance (required to participate on CMMC assessment teams)

• pending final review and approval by DoD

Certified CMMC Assessor(CCA) Benefits

• Credentialed to conduct CMMC Level 1 assessments
• Authorized to supervise Certified CMMC Professionals in the conduct of Level 1 assessments
• Listed in the CMMC-AB Marketplace

Overview

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), managed by The Cyber AB (formerly known as the CMMC Accreditation Body or the CMMC-AB), is a program through which an organization’s cybersecurity program maturity is measured by their initial and ongoing compliance with applicable cybersecurity practices, as well as their integration of corresponding policies and plans into their overall business operations. Once rule-making has concluded and CMMC 2.0 has been implemented, all organizations providing products or services to the United States Department of Defense (DoD) must comply with the requirements of their applicable CMMC Level.

This course provides a complete review of the key elements of this important program and will entitle you to a CMMC Trailblazer badge.

Important: This curriculum product is not considered CMMC-AB Approved Training Material (CATM). This course is not intended as certification preparation and does not qualify students to sit for the CMMC CP certification exam.

Course Objectives:

In this course, you will identify the key elements and potential impacts of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. You will:

• Identify the crucial elements that are driving the CMMC initiative.
• Describe the architecture of the CMMC Model and the rationale behind it.
• Prepare your organization for a successful CMMC Assessment.
• Identify the roles and responsibilities in the CMMC ecosystem and describe the phases of an Assessment.

Target Student:

This course provides an introductory overview of the CMMC program for organizational decision makers. Business and IT leaders and IT staff might consider taking this course to learn about the CMMC Model to get a sense of what’s required for a successful assessment, and the various ways they can start preparing.

Prerequisites:

All you need to ensure your success in this course is an interest in the CMMC program and how it might impact your organization. 

Course Content:

Lesson 1: Identifying What’s at Stake

Topic A: Identify the Threats and Regulatory Responses

Topic B: Identify Sensitive Information

Lesson 2: Describing CMMC

Topic A: Describe the CMMC Model Architecture

Topic B: Describe the CMMC Program

Lesson 3: Getting Ready for a CMMC Assessment

Topic A: Scope Your Environment

Topic B: Analyze the CMMC Assessment Guides

Topic C: Foster a Mature Cybersecurity Culture

Topic D: Identify Helpful Documents

Topic E: Evaluate Your Readiness

Lesson 4: Interacting with the CMMC Ecosystem

Topic A: Identify the CMMC Ecosystem

Topic B: Describe a CMMC Assessment

Appendix A: CMMC Documentation and Related Websites

Appendix B: Useful Certifications for Cybersecurity Professionals