Informational Training

The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council offers Informational training for individuals who would like to increase their knowledge but do not necessarily need to achieve certification. Attending this training will allow individuals to gain insight into the various aspects of the Payment Card Industry. Currently, Informational training is offered for the Qualified PIN Assessor program. More programs may be added in the near future. Please check back on this page for updates.

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Class Schedule & Prices
Registration Process

Registration Process

By clicking the link below, you will submitting a request to attend training. This is NOT a confirmed seat.

Once your request is submitted, you will go into a registration queue.

If space is available, registrations will be approved 30 days prior to the start date of the class you have chosen, in the order of which they were submitted. You will receive an invoice via email and once paid, you will be emailed detailed training information. Informational students will attend the same training as assessors but will be dismissed on the 2nd day just prior to the exam. There is no certification with Informational training.

If seats are unavailable for the class you have chosen, you will be notified via email and will have to resubmit a new request for another location.

Please click the link below to submit your training request:
https://programs.pcissc.org/informationalregistration.aspx

PCIP: Registration Process

Step 1 Review
Step 2 Apply
Step 3 Train
Step 4 Enrollment

Step 1 - Review

Refer to the PCIP Qualification Requirements for complete program description and requirements and to confirm that you are well suited for the program.

Next, determine if you’ll be enrolling in:

the eLearning training course
an Instructor-Led Training
the exam-only option

Then complete the short registration form online ( see step 2).

PCIP Qualification Requirements

Step 2 - Apply

Submit PCIP registration form
Once we receive your registration, we will supply you with log-in credentials to complete your online application.
- Access PCIP online application through PCI SSC’s secure portal: https://programs.pcissc.org
- Complete PCIP application (Note: Attestation name, signature and date must be hand written)
Applicants will be notified via email of their application status within 2 days of submitting their fully completed application.
Following the approval of application, a training invoice will be emailed within 2-3 business days
Submit payment

Program Fees

Step 3 - Train

Upon receipt of payment, you will:

For those taking eLearning training and exam:
- You will receive a link to access the eLearning course.
- You will have 90 days from the day you receive the link to complete the course and take the exam.
- You will also receive a separate email from Pearson VUE with credentials and complete instructions on how to schedule your exam.
For those taking an instructor-led class :
- Receive an email from provider confirming your seat in the class, the class location and further instructions
- Receive an email containing instructions and credentials for scheduling your exam at a Pearson VUE test center
- Have 30 days from the class date to sit for the exam
For those taking the exam only option:
- You will receive an email from Pearson VUE and have 30 days from receipt of the email to schedule and complete the exam.

Test Center Locations

Step 4 - Enrollment

Pass/Fail results are provided immediately following the conclusion of the exam.
Passing candidates will receive a Certificate of Qualification via email and will be added to the Council's website listing of PCI Professionals.

Find PCI Professionals

Benefits

Support your organization’s or client’s ongoing security and compliance efforts through your knowledge of the PCI PIN Standard
Expand your knowledge in securing payments with in depth PIN security training
Earn 12 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits

2019 Classes

Date/Time

Location

Pricing

培训

Date/Time: 14-15 Sept
09:00-17:30

Location: Vancouver, CA*
CLOSED

Informational Training: ~~$2,000 USD~~
CLOSED

Training: QPA

Date/Time: 17-18 Oct
09:00-17:30

Location: Dublin, IE*

Informational Training: $2,000 USD

Training: QPA

Date/Time: 18-19 Nov
09:00-17:30

Location: Melbourne, AU*

Informational Training: $2,000 USD

Training: QPA

Please note: All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. The training will be delivered in English.

* price does not include any applicable VAT/HST/GST which will appear on your invoice.

Informational Training

Registration Process

PCIP: Registration Process

Step 1 - Review

Step 2 - Apply

Step 3 - Train

Step 4 - Enrollment

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2019 Classes

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