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Certified Park Professional International (CPP-I) Certification

The World Parks Academy recognizes that there are park professionals who impact the international profession. The Certified Park Professional International (CPP-I) is the highest designation achieved through the World Parks Academy. All interested individuals must currently hold a CPP either through a letter of articulation or through direct application with the World Parks Academy.

Beyond the CPP, the CPP-I has its own unique set of eligibility criteria and certification requirements.

Certified Park Professional International (CPP-I) program:

1. Currently holds a CPP designation directly from World Parks Academy or a recognized professional certification from a national association that has an articulation with the academy (e.g. CPP-F, CPP-SA, CPLP-AU, CPRP, CPRE, CPP-Mexico, etc. or any other national variant)

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2. Two or more years as an World Urban Parks “Professional Membership” designation.

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3. Four years of park management experience, with two at the senior professional level (e.g., supervisor, consultant, senior planner).

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4. A completed CPP-I application and self-assessments.