The Cyber Professional Liability Practitioner (CPLP) designation equips professionals with foundational knowledge in cyber liability. Stay current on evolving trends through ongoing education, ensuring readiness for the dynamic professional landscape.
How to Earn Your CPLP Designation
Requirement #1: Be a PLUS member
To access any PLUS educational content, attend events, etc., you must be a member.
Requirement #2: Enroll in the CPLP designation program to track your progress
Enrolling in the designation program streamlines your experience by allowing you to track your progress, affirm your completion, and receive your designation. During the enrollment process, you'll enter your industry start date, have the option to purchase modules related to the designation*, and pay the application fee**.
*Purchasing additional modules during the enrollment process is optional. If you choose to purchase anything, note that all available versions of a module may be listed, including versions of a module you may already have. You should only select 1 version (e.g. non-CE eligible, CE-eligible, or waiver) of the module(s) you don't have already.
**Starting April 15, 2025, there will be a $150 application fee required for each designation program you enroll in.
Requirement #3: Have 2 years of insurance industry experience
If you don't currently meet this requirement, you can still enroll in the designation program and work on the other requirements. Once all requirements are satisfied, your designation will be reviewed and approved.
Requirement #4: Complete the following modules
- Module 1: Fundamentals of Liability Insurance
- Module 2: Commercial General Liability Insurance Overview
- Module 3: Professional Liability Insurance: Introduction
- Module 6: Professional Liability Insurance Claims
- Module 23: Cyber Risk
- PLUS Breach Scenario: Held for Ransom
Requirement #5: Complete Cyber University
Cyber University is virtual program that's available in 2 formats: Live or on-demand. The live program is held once per year, and the on-demand program is available year-round. You'll need to attend the entire live program or complete the entire on-demand course to satisfy this requirement.
After you've completed the above requirements:
Affirm your completion and receive your designation
After you complete all requirements for your designation, click the Affirm Completion link for your CPLP designation program in your Education Programs dashboard. The PLUS Designation Manager will review and approve your designation. Note: This approval process can take a few business days to complete. After your designation has been approved, you'll receive a confirmation email with designation-specific information, and your designation certificate will be available for download in your Education Programs dashboard.
Maintain your CPLP designation
After earning your CPLP designation, you're required to report 12 hours of professional development every 2 years. Failure to do so may result in PLUS revoking your designation.
View CPLP Maintenance Requirement Information
CPLP Designation FAQs
How are modules and exams formatted?
Modules are available in an interactive eLearning format and are accessible from any device with internet connection. There is also an exam component required for each module except Module 1: Fundamentals of Liability Insurance. The exam format and how you complete it depends on whether you have a CE-eligible module or non-CE eligible module. Both the module and its corresponding exam component must be completed to satisfy the requirement for a designation or certificate program.
For more details about module and exam formats, the differences between CE- and non-CE eligible modules, etc., visit our FAQs page.
What's my Education Programs dashboard?
Your Education Programs dashboard is your hub for all things related to your PLUS education path. From this dashboard, you can:
- Track your progress: Easily review the requirements for your designation, view designation-related modules you've purchased, and connect to the PLUS Learning Center to access your modules. Once you complete a module and its corresponding exam (if applicable), it's status will be updated to PASS in your Education Programs dashboard.
- Affirm you've completed the designation requirements: After you complete all requirements for your designation, click the Affirm Completion link for your CPLP designation program in your Education Programs dashboard. The PLUS Designation Manager will review and approve your designation. Note: This approval process can take a few business days to complete.
- Download your designation: After your designation has been approved, you'll receive a confirmation email with designation-specific information, and your designation certificate will be available for download in your Education Programs dashboard.
Do I need to retake a module if it's required for multiple designations?
No, once you complete a module, it counts towards any PLUS education program you pursue now or in the future.
Are there any waivers for the CPLP designation requirements?
Yes, Module 3, Module 6, and/or Cyber University can be waived - but only if you meet certain criteria.
If you meet the waiver criteria, purchase the waiver and follow the directions provided in your confirmation email. Your waiver will be reviewed, which can take up to 5 business days. If your waiver is approved, the corresponding designation requirement will be marked as PASS in your Education Program dashboard and you will not need to complete that module or Cyber University.
Purchase Module 3 Waiver Purchase Module 6 Waiver Purchase Cyber University Waiver
Do I get any benefits after I earn the CPLP designation?
Yes! In addition to advancing your cyber liability knowledge, boosting your career credibility, and setting yourself apart with the CPLP designation, you'll receive the following benefits:
- Use of the CPLP designation on business cards, stationery, office advertising, articles and business and professional things, as well as in announcements (newsletters, newspapers, cards and/or advertisements)
- Recognition in a congratulatory on post on LinkedIn
- One complimentary registration to the first PLUS Cyber Symposium after you earn the CPLP designation
You'll receive additional information and instructions via email regarding this benefit
Contact the PLUS Education Team
Still have questions? The PLUS Education Team is happy to help.
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