LPQ Requirements

The Loss Prevention Foundation offers two certifications; the LPQualified (LPQ) and the LPCertified (LPC). Below are the requirements for LPQualified certification. The LPQ certification is for the entry level loss prevention professional and does not require recertification as does the LPC certification. If you need clarification about which certification is best for you, please click here.

Eligibility Requirements

  • You must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent.
  • You must pass the LPQ exam In order to receive the LPQualified (LPQ) designation.
  • You do not have to purchase the LPQ courseware to take the LPQ exam. The LPQ courseware is a study tool designed to aid those who wish to earn their LPQ. However if you fail the exam, you must purchase the courseware prior to retesting.
  • The LPQ designation is permanant. No re-certifying nor continued education efforts are necessary to retain this credential.

Exclusions

  • Any person convicted of a felony, or if in military service convicted by a general court martial.
  • Any person convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude ("moral turpitude" means an offense that calls into question the integrity or judgment of the offender, such as fraud, bribery, corruption, theft, embezzlement, solicitation, etc.).
  • Any person with pending criminal charges (felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude).

Passing Grade

  • Only a pass/ fail status is given to applicants.

Failure & Retesting-

  • If someone fails the LPQualified exam, they will be permitted to retest.
  • The LPQ courseware must be purchased prior to a retest.
    • 1st retest has a minimum waiting period of 30 days from the date of the 1st failed test but must complete it within 60 days from the 1st test date
    • 2nd retest has a waiting period of 30 days from the date of the 2nd failed test, but must be completed within 90 days from the date of the 1st retest.
    • Total time period to complete all retests is 180 days from the 1st test date.
    • Maximum time limit on access to course work- 12 months

1 Year License- LPQ

  • Purchased use of the LPQ courseware is under contractual agreement.
  • Applicants can request use extensions beyond the year.
  • Extensions are likely to be granted with regards to:
    • Military deployment
    • Medical/Accident
    • Hardship situations
  • Extensions are not likely to be granted for job changes. The LPF reserves the exclusive discretionary right to reject any request for extension.

The LPQualified (LPQ) designation issued by The Loss Prevention Foundation (LPF) indicates the certificate holder possesses the knowledge necessary to pass the LPQ examination. This designation does not guarantee the loss prevention skills or performance of any certificate holder. LPF hereby disclaims all liability to third parties in connection with the actual field performance of a certificate holder.