Qualifications:
- Full-time employment as a hospitality security officer for 90 days.
- Valid indefinitely from date earned.
Program Fee:
- AH&LA Members**: US $35.00
- Non-AHLA members: US $50.00
Fee includes application and exam, plus designation, lapel pin, and certificate for those who qualify and reach the 70% passing score.
** Find out if your property is member of AH&LA, go to the American Hotel & Lodging Association membership directory.
Recommended Preparation for Exam:
- Lodging Security Officer Program is a one-time investment for your property, $199.95 for non-AHLA members; $159.95 for members.
- CLSO Study Guide is recommended for non-group applicants, $59.95 for non-AHLA members; $49.95 for members.
How to Apply for the CLSO Certification
- Print the order form, and have your supervisor complete and return the 3rd page by mail or fax (407-999-8610), along with appropriate fee. *You must have Adobe Acrobat to view this application form. Click Adobe Acrobat to download program.
- Within three weeks, the Educational Institute will send the completed order to the designated proctor, which is typically the security supervisor or director.
- Open CLSO package and complete the application form and exam through an approved proctor.
Benefits of CLSO Certification:
- Provides recognition of security skills.
- The premier symbol of professional achievement for lodging security officers.
- The CLSO designation may be used on letterhead, business cards, and other writings.
- The CLSO lapel pin and certificate are visible symbols of the holder's status and achievement.
- Watch credibility soar when guests realize that knowledge and training are behind the people who protect them.
- Enhance your image because your professional certification comes from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute - world renowned for hospitality training and certification.
Also available:
Designations for Security Director and Supervisor.
**For additional information, contact the Educational Institute by calling (888) 575-8726.
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