CSEP Certification and Requirements
CSEP Certified Members
CSEP ScholarshipHave you considered what a professional certification could do for you and your career?
Perhaps you have, but found the process a bit overwhelming. Or you’re not sure if you are ready. Or, even better, you are ready to make the next step in moving your career forward. The CSEP Boot Camp is a great place to start. The Boot Camp will cover the process for certification, fees, tips for preparing to take the exam and what happens after you do.
The Boot Camp is offered over two days to allow for plenty of time to ask and get answers so you can evaluate if CSEP is right for you. Hear about the process from others who have been through it. Join us! It’s free and there is no commitment to continue on to obtain your CSEP (though we hope you will!).
The International Special Events Society makes no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the subject matter or contents of CSEP Discussion/Study Groups. ISES does not develop study materials to assist members in passing the CSEP exam nor endorses any specific study group. ISES can take no responsibility for the accuracy or the content of the information presented. Responsibility for the contents and opinions expressed during study groups rests solely with the instructor/facilitator.
CSEP Certified Members
Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP)
The CSEP designation is the hallmark of professional achievement in the special events industry. It is earned through education, performance, experience, and service to the industry, and reflects a commitment to professional conduct and ethics.
The CSEP designation is awarded by the International Special Events Society (ISES) and its Certification Committee. ISES is the only international umbrella organization representing professionals in all disciplines of the special events industry. Education and a commitment to professionalism are cornerstones of ISES.
Congratulations to these ISES members of the Minneapolis-St. Paul chapter, who have earned their CSEP certification:
- Jodi Collen, CSEP
- Becky Harris, CSEP
- Kate Stahl, CSEP
- Ruth Wikoff-Jones, CSEP
- Ryan Hanson, CSEP
- Susan Diamond, CSEP
CSEP Scholarship
In recognition of the ever-increasing importance of education in our industry and the CSEP program, the Board of Directors of the ISES Minneapolis-St. Paul Chapter is pleased to offer a CSEP Scholarship to assist our members in obtaining this distinquished certification. All ISES members who are in pursuit of their CSEP certification are eligible for the scholarship. Applicants must have already applied for and been accepted to take the CSEP exam. The scholarship will provide the full $400 exam registration fee.
Download the CSEP Scholarship Application Form for complete details.
Congratulations to our Scholarship Recipients:
2010 - Lisa Marie Borchert, Allianz Life
2009 - Susan Diamond, Jigsaw Unlimited & Ryan Hanson, BeEvents
2008 - Ruth Wikoff-Jones, Blue Marble Events / Carlson Marketing
For questions contact info@ises-msp.org.


