Become a Certified Claims Professional.
The CCP designation has set the standard in cargo claims management for the transportation industry for more than 40 years — validating your expertise, your commitment, and your standing as a leader.
Credentials matter.
In today's professional landscape, the CCP accreditation builds trust and credibility by providing evidence of your professional competence and conformance to high industry standards. It reflects a practitioner's commitment and validates your status as a professional in cargo claims management.
Earning the credential marks you as a leader — recognized across claim adjusters, consultants, shippers, insurers, attorneys, paralegals, logistics providers, and carriers.
Trust & credibility
Demonstrable proof of competence to clients, peers, and employers.
Career advancement
Fast-forward your career path and stand out as a recognized leader.
Industry-wide recognition
Validated across every sector of the transportation and logistics chain.
Best practices
Stay at the forefront with a foundation for continued professional growth.
Three steps to the designation.
A clear, structured route from primer class to certified professional.
Primer class & examination
Prepare with the CCP primer class and resources, then sit the comprehensive examination covering domestic and international freight claims.
Education & experience
Provide proof of your prior education and professional work experience in the administration and negotiation of freight claims.
The CCP pledge
Commit to the professional code and to maintaining your accreditation through ongoing continuing education.
Maintain your designation with 30 continuing-education credit hours every three years — keeping your expertise current.
A professional code you can stand behind.
Every Certified Claims Professional pledges to uphold the highest standards of integrity, competence, and ethical conduct in the practice of cargo claims management — and to maintain that standing through continuing education.
Begin your application-
Integrity — act honestly and fairly in every claim and negotiation.
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Competence — apply best practices and current knowledge to your work.
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Accountability — maintain accreditation through ongoing education.
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Collaboration — advance the profession alongside peers worldwide.
Apply, prepare, and sit the 2026 exam.
Submit your application, join the Primer Class, and take the CCP examination at the 2026 CCPAC Conference — Franklin Marriott Cool Springs.