CCA -Upon completion of the CCP certification program, and if the individual has met the pre-requisites for the CCA program, they can begin their training with a Licensed Training Provider (LTP). Preparing to become a CCA not only requires training and passing a high-stakes certification exam, but it also requires participation on three (3) level 2 assessments to gain the hands-on experience to become a Certified Level 2 Assessor.

An individual who becomes a CCA to work in an assessor capacity on Level 2 assessments must work for a Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO).

CCAs cannot assess a company if they have previously assisted with an implementation consultation for that same company.

CCAs are required to take training from a Licensed Training Providers (LTP). Only training with an approved LTP will qualify the candidate for access to the Certified CMMC Assessor examination.