Accreditations & Partnerships - ACSMI Cybersecurity Certification

Accredited, Trusted, and Industry-Connected

At ACSMI (Advanced Cybersecurity Management Institute), we believe that real trust starts with real credentials. Our Advanced Cybersecurity & Management Certification stands apart because it's backed by globally recognized accreditations, influential partnerships, and direct industry validation.

When you train with ACSMI, you're not just learning cybersecurity skills — you're earning credentials that employers, regulators, and top organizations immediately recognize and respect.

Our Professional Accreditations

✔ CPD Accredited (170+ Hours of Advanced Training)

  • ACSMI's cybersecurity certification is accredited through the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service.

  • 170+ verified CPD hours included.

  • Recognized by employers, professional bodies, and regulatory agencies worldwide.

  • Proof that your cybersecurity education meets rigorous, real-world standards for lifelong career development.

✔ Exempt Vocational Training Provider (via CCRPS)

  • Our partnership with CCRPS ensures that ACSMI qualifies as exempt vocational education.

  • Practical, job-focused curriculum recognized by funding and reimbursement programs.

  • Designed for real employability, not academic theory.

Strategic Partnerships Powering Your Career

✔ AFCEA International Membership

  • Official organizational member of AFCEA (Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association).

  • Direct alignment with military, government, and defense sector cybersecurity standards.

  • Networking opportunities across global security and IT communities.

✔ YM Careers Job Board Partnership

  • Exclusive access to cybersecurity-specific career listings.

  • Direct hiring pipelines to employers seeking ACSMI-certified specialists.

  • Immediate career pathways after graduation.

Our Industry and Academic Advisory Boards

✔ Fortune 500 Advisory Board Oversight

  • ACSMI's curriculum is reviewed quarterly by Fortune 500 CISOs, SOC leaders, and cybersecurity researchers.

  • Real-time updates based on active threat landscapes and employer needs.

  • Guarantees our graduates are always job-market ready.

✔ Educational Innovation Advisory

  • Led by Dr. Amareen Dhaliwal, recognized for her contributions to memory science and educational excellence.

  • Curriculum optimized for knowledge retention, rapid learning, and practical mastery.

  • Ensures your study experience is efficient, impactful, and results-driven.

Leadership Driving Accreditation and Excellence

✔ Chief Academic Officer – Dr. Roxanne Kemp, PhD

  • Oversees accreditation initiatives including ISO 21001, ANSI recognition, and DoD 8140 mapping.

  • Ensures ACSMI meets and exceeds international educational standards.

  • Constant curriculum enhancement for evolving cybersecurity threats.

✔ Director of Cyber Education – Janero Washington

  • Brings real-world credibility as a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CISSP affiliate, and CompTIA CySA+ specialist.

  • Ensures alignment with compliance frameworks including NIST, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and HIPAA.

Why Accreditation Matters for Your Cybersecurity Career

  • Global Recognition — CPD-accredited certificates are valued by multinational employers.

  • Career Mobility — Vocational exemption status enhances eligibility for funding and boosts hiring confidence.

  • Built-In Trust — Advisory board validation means you're learning exactly what top employers want.

  • Compliance Readiness — Train under frameworks mandated by industries like finance, healthcare, and defense.

Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement

We don’t stop once accredited — we pursue ongoing excellence:

  • Quarterly curriculum updates.

  • Annual accreditation revalidation.

  • New partnerships targeting AI security, blockchain, and emerging threat landscapes.

At ACSMI, accreditation isn't just a badge — it's a living promise. A promise that your cybersecurity education is, and always will be, future-proof, employer-approved, and globally respected.

Train where credibility meets opportunity.