About CGSA-CCTV
CGSA-CCTV certification focuses on essential theoretical knowledge, applications of general security system and products.
The certification is designed for installers, integrators, engineers, college students, and anyone else who wishes to excel in the security industry. Trainees should be familiar with CCTV basic conception and correspond product knowledge after the training.
It's required to get 12 credits to start the exam and gain CGSA-CCTV certificate.
Take Training Courses
Learning Rules:
a. You can learn in one of the following ways.
b. For self-paced training, you need to complete all compulsory courses and some elective courses to gain enough credits (9 credits for Hikvision Security Certification; 12 credits for General Security Certification) before taking the exam.
c. For instructor-led training, you need to complete the online or onsite training delivered by Hikvision certified trainers before taking the exam.
d. A theory exam is necessary for all certification programs while a practical exam is required by some certification programs.
Self-paced Training
Compulsory Courses
Compulsory26:54
NVR Key Functions and Applications
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2 credits
Compulsory19:26
Security Industry Bundled Software
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2 credits
Compulsory30:51
Video Security Network Basics
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2 credits
Compulsory37:54
IP Camera Features and Applications
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2 credits
Compulsory12:00
Audio and Video Fundamental
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1 Credit
Elective Courses
Elective18:03
Analog Camera Features and Applications
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1 Credit
Elective19:01
DVR Key Features and Applications
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1 Credit
Elective25:38
Optical Lens Basics
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1 Credit
Elective13:19
Principle and Application of Switch
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1 Credit
Elective10:14
Storage Basics and Application
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2 credits
Elective50:32
LCD/LED Display Basics
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2 credits
Take the exam
Theory Exam
My Exam:
- a. Both theory and practical exams for CGSA-CCTV certification have a total score of 100 points. And trainees must score at least 80 points to pass.
- b. Trainees can take the CGSA-CCTV certification exams any time after accumulating 12 credits or completing the online or onsite training courses.
- c. A theory exam lasts for one hour, while the duration of practical exams is determined by the examiner.
Apply for certificate
After completing the certification registration and learning, you can obtain the certificate after taking the theoretical examination and practical examination