Promoting the CPP

CPPs are aware of the benefits that certification brings. By achieving the CPP certification, many practitioners have advanced in their current positions, gained recognition from colleagues, and advanced within their field. Who better to promote the CPP program than the CPP? You can promote the CPP by doing such things as becoming involved in the field, using the designation in all professional correspondence, and speaking highly of the program.

CPPs should get involved in the field by volunteering in professional organizations in leadership roles. Also, be a speaker or write articles on areas of your expertise. Our chapter is always looking for volunteers as an officer or committee member, as well as speakers for chapter meetings and articles written for our website. Since CPPs are required to recertify, being a speaker, volunteering, or writing professional articles often qualify for recertification credit.

Be proud of your accomplishments. By placing your CPP profile on our chapter website, you show others the level of commitment you have in your field. Also, there is an accomplishments section in our website where you can emphasize recent achievements.

Whenever you write professional letters, use the designation with your name. Also, have it printed on your stationary and business cards. This lets others know that you have earned and are proud of your designation.

Encourage others to pursue certification by emphasizing the benefits you have realized by becoming a CPP. Keep up to date regarding the certification criteria so you can pass this information on to interested colleagues. Also, assist those who are studying for the exam.

As a CPP, you are a leader committed to your profession. Do your part to encourage others to pursue this highly regarded designation by setting the example of professionalism.

Rudolph A. DuBord III, CPP
CPP Committee Chairman