The CTPAT General Refresher course will provide training on all sections of the CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria (MSC). Designed as an annual refresher, this course reinforces the key requirements of the CTPAT program and highlights best practices to maintain compliance. It is suitable for employees of CTPAT-certified companies as well as business partners who support CTPAT compliance efforts.

The course will cover the following: 

• Overview of the Minimum Security Criteria: a review of each MSC section and its role in strengthening supply chain security. 

• Compliance in Practice: how companies can demonstrate adherence to requirements through documentation, processes, and evidence during validations. 

• Common Gaps & Challenges: key areas where companies often fall short and strategies to close compliance gaps. 

• Best Practices & Continuous Improvement: practical steps for keeping policies, procedures, and training current with evolving threats. 

The CTPAT Risk Assessment Training course will cover: 

• CTPAT Risk Assessment Requirements: an overview of Minimum Security Criteria (MSC) 3, the purpose of risk assessments within the CTPAT framework, and how CBP evaluates member compliance.  

• Risk Identification: how to recognize potential threats and vulnerabilities across different areas of the supply chain, including facilities, personnel, and business partners.  

• Risk Evaluation: methods for assessing likelihood and potential impact, using risk matrices and scoring systems to prioritize areas of concern.  

• Risk Mitigation: how to develop and document risk controls, implement security improvements, and track corrective actions.  

• Ongoing Monitoring & Review: best practices for updating the risk assessment annually, integrating new threat intelligence, and ensuring continuous compliance.  

• Practical Application: a guided walk-through of completing a risk assessment, including examples of formats, documentation, and supporting evidence to be maintained.  

The CTPAT Cargo & Container Security course will provide comprehensive training on how to secure cargo, containers, and trailers in accordance with CTPAT requirements. It will cover: 

• CTPAT Cargo & Container Security Requirements: overview of Conveyance and Instruments of International Traffic, Seal Security, and Procedural Security sections of the MSC. 

• Seven-Point Container Inspection: how to perform thorough inspections of containers and trailers before loading, including examples of inspection checklists and red flags to look for. 

• Seals & Seal Controls: proper use of high-security seals, seal verification procedures, seal recordkeeping, and best practices for preventing tampering. 

• Container & Trailer Storage: securing empty and loaded containers, safeguarding cargo staging areas, and ensuring appropriate facility controls. 

• Cargo Loading & Transportation Security: secure loading practices, monitoring during transit, driver/trucker verification, and preventing unauthorized access to cargo. 

• Documentation & Recordkeeping: maintaining inspection logs, seal records, and supporting evidence to demonstrate compliance during validations. 

The CTPAT Validation – Preparation & Best Practices course will equip employees with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully prepare for and undergo a validation as part of the CTPAT program. Using their experience as former Supply Chain Security Specialists (SCSS), CT Strategies’ CTPAT experts will provide an in-depth overview of the CTPAT validation process, emphasizing the importance of a validation to verify compliance and demonstrate commitment to the program. 

Participants will learn the essential steps and best practices for preparing for a validation, including guidance on compiling necessary documentation, utilizing technology for virtual validations, securing upper management support, and effectively communicating with their designated SCSS. The training course will also cover what to expect during both in-person and virtual validations, including how to respond to SCSS questions and best practices for interacting with the SCSS throughout the validation process. Additionally, CTS will provide training on reviewing and addressing findings from validation reports, with a focus on implementing corrective actions into current company operations. 

The CTPAT Account Manager Bootcamp will provide practical training on how to manage a company’s participation in the CTPAT program.

The course will cover:  

• Annual CTPAT Requirements: understanding the membership obligations, annual reviews, and ongoing maintenance tasks required by CBP. 

• Managing the Security Profile: how to build a strong Profile for error-free submission, understanding what your SCSS expects, and demonstrating ongoing compliance. 

• Validation Preparation: what to expect during a validation and strategies for a smooth process. 

• Compliance Oversight & Recordkeeping: establishing processes to track compliance, maintain evidence, and monitor business partner requirements. 

• Managing Communication with CBP: when to contact your SCSS, how to report incidents, and tips for managing your relationship with CTPAT.  

El curso General de Actualización CTPAT proporcionará capacitación sobre todas las secciones de los Criterios Mínimos de Seguridad (MSC) del programa CTPAT. Diseñado como una actualización anual, este curso refuerza los requisitos clave del programa CTPAT y destaca las mejores prácticas para mantener el cumplimiento. Es adecuado para empleados de empresas certificadas por CTPAT, así como para socios comerciales que apoyan los esfuerzos de cumplimiento del programa.

El curso cubrirá los siguientes temas: 

• Resumen de los Criterios Mínimos de Seguridad: revisión de cada sección de los MSC y su función en el fortalecimiento de la seguridad de la cadena de suministro. 

• Cumplimiento en la práctica: cómo las empresas pueden demostrar el cumplimiento de los requisitos mediante documentación, procesos y evidencia durante las validaciones. 

• Brechas y desafíos comunes: áreas clave donde las empresas suelen presentar deficiencias y estrategias para cerrar las brechas de cumplimiento. 

• Mejores prácticas y mejora continua: pasos prácticos para mantener actualizadas las políticas, los procedimientos y la capacitación frente a amenazas en evolución.