Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS)
Designed for Casino Security and Surveillance Professionals
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Designed for Casino Security and Surveillance Professionals
A comprehensive certification covering essential security and surveillance topics
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Demonstrate Key Competencies in Security and Surveillance
Showcase your knowledge and competency in protecting gaming integrity, guests, staff, and assets, to employers and regulators
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Understand Risks and Responsibilities in the Casino Environment
Develop your knowledge and skills in key areas to enhance safety and security in the casino environment
Protecting the Game. Securing the Casino.
The Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) certification has been designed to address the needs of security and surveillance professionals in the Casino Gaming environment.
The CCSSS certification covers topics such as Surveillance Technologies and Systems, Casino Layout and Vulnerability, Cheating Methods and Detection Techniques, as well as Guest and Employee Safety, and Investigations and Reporting.
Designed for all levels within the Casino Gaming industry, obtaining the CCSSS certification demonstrates a strong commitment to the security and safety of games, guests and staff.
Learning Objectives
Explain the roles, responsibilities, and coordination requirements of casino security and surveillance personnel in protecting guests, employees, gaming operations, and organizational assets.
Apply surveillance technologies and monitoring techniques to identify suspicious behaviour, security vulnerabilities, cheating, fraud, theft, and other threats within casino environments.
Assess casino security risks and vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate controls, prevention strategies, and security measures to reduce financial, operational, and safety risks.
Respond effectively to security incidents and emergencies by applying appropriate procedures for communication, incident management, evidence handling, investigation, documentation, and reporting.
Evaluate casino security and surveillance practices from legal, ethical, and operational perspectives while balancing regulatory requirements, privacy, guest experience, and organizational security.
The Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) certification has been independently accredited by The CPD Certification Service for 36 accredited CPD hours.
This recognition confirms that the program meets established standards for structured continuing professional development and provides learners with a substantial, industry-focused professional learning experience.
The 36 accredited CPD hours are shown on the CCSSS Digital Certificate.
There are 2 pathways to becoming a Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist
Self-Study - through our online Learning Management System, acgcs.online
Self-Paced over 6 months - through Dalhousie University’s Microcredential course Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist
Hear from ACGCS Founder and CEO, Dr Ian Messenger
ACGCS Founder and CEO, Dr Ian Messenger, discusses the mission of the Association, the courses and certifications offered, and the academic partnership with Dalhousie University.
Since launching in 2022, Casino and iGaming Operators, Gaming Commissions, Law Enforcement, and Regulators from around the world have opted for our courses. Most notably, our flagship Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification and our Dalhousie University Microcredential in Casino Gaming Investigations.
The development of Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) certification is the next evolution of casino gaming compliance training and was designed, from the ground up, to address the needs of the industry. At the request of the industry.
Introducing acgcs.online - our Learning Management System
Designed specifically for the busy professional, acgcs.online allows you to access the Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) Self-Study content on any device, anywhere, and at any time!
Take the Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) exam at a time and place of your choice. Pass the exam and download your Digital Certificate* - all from the comfort of acgcs.online and your preferred device.
*and wait for your Physical Certificate to arrive in the mail!
Modules include
Security Personnel Roles and Responsibilities
Surveillance Technologies and Systems
Casino Layout and Vulnerability Assessment
Cheating Methods and Detection Techniques
Preventing and Detecting Fraud and Theft
Guest and Employee Safety
Investigations and Reporting
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Surveillance
Emergency Management and Incident Response
Risk Management and Security Planning
Communication and Coordination in Security Operations
FAQs
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The Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) is specifically designed to address the needs of security and surveillance in the Casino environment. Unlike other security certifications, the CCSSS is designed with the needs of the Casino Gaming industry in mind.
The CCSSS is suitable for all levels of seniority within the Casino Gaming industry, as well as those looking to start a career in Casino Security and Surveillance.
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Applicants should be able to demonstrate their current involvement in the Casino Gaming industry or outline their interest in a career in the Casino Gaming industry.
The Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) is designed for those already working in the industry as well as those who are looking to transition into Casino Gaming sector.
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There are two options available to obtain the Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS)
Option 1 is Self-Study which includes access to our online Learning Management System (LMS) which is accessible on any device and at any time. Upon successfully passing the exam, an electronic CCSSS certificate will be issued along with a paper version sent via mail. You will also be able to use the CCSSS postnominal.
Option 2 is Self-Paced, offered jointly with Dalhousie University. Though an online Learning Management System (LMS) take up to 6 months to complete the discussions and assignments. Upon achieving a passing grade in the coursework, you will receive a Dalhousie University Microcredential and the Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) certification. An electronic CCSSS certificate will be issued along with a paper version sent via mail. You will also be able to use the CCSSS postnominal.
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Courses offered jointly with Dalhousie University do not have an exam, but are assessed via coursework.
For the CCSSS Self-Study (Option 1). the course content available on acgcs.online forms the basis of the 100 question multiple-choice certification exam.
The recommended study time is 36 hours.
There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to studying for the certification. Using acgcs.online, you can study at your own pace and take the exam when you are ready - at the time you are best prepared.
The CCSSS exam is taken directly through acgcs.online at a time and date of your choosing.
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There are no recertification or ongoing CPD requirements for the Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) certification.
As a Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS), you are expected to keep up-to-date with developments in the industry through your own knowledge building and taking advantage of ACGCS publications and webinars.
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To purchase the Certified Casino Security and Surveillance Specialist (CCSSS) package, follow the Registration link on this page.
Packages and Pricing
Looking to purchase the CCSSS for your organization? Enterprise pricing is available.