
CMMC Foundation
Understand the CMMC framework, maturity levels, ecosystem, and assessment requirements for defense contractors.
Course Description
The PECB CMMC Foundations training course allows you to learn more about the structure of the CMMC model, including CMMC levels, domains, and practices. You will also gain basic knowledge related to the CMMC ecosystem, the CMMC assessment process, and the code of professional conduct. This course includes diverse educational content such as practical exercises, multiple-choice quizzes, and illustrative demonstrations of CMMC requirements. The PECB CMMC Foundations credential is a PECB credential that demonstrates the candidate's understanding and knowledge of the basic concepts of the CMMC model and the CMMC ecosystem. This training course directly responds to the demand for professionals who understand CMMC requirements, particularly within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) sector and organizations in the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain.
Who Should Attend
- Individuals interested in being part of the CMMC ecosystem
- Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the CMMC model
- Suppliers of the Department of Defense (DoD)
- Defense Industrial Base (DIB) organizations seeking CMMC certification
- Compliance officers and managers in defense organizations
Learning Objectives
- 1Understand the basic concepts, definitions, and approaches of the CMMC model
- 2Get acquainted with the CMMC maturity levels, domains, processes, and practices
- 3Develop a general understanding of how the CMMC model could be applied in the DoD and DIB supply chain
- 4Learn about the CMMC ecosystem and stakeholders
- 5Understand the CMMC assessment process and methodology
- 6Comprehend the CMMC code of professional conduct
Prerequisites
- No specific prerequisites required
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction to the CMMC Ecosystem and the CMMC Model
CMMC framework overview, history, objectives, relevance within the defense sector, CMMC ecosystem stakeholders, and the structure of the CMMC model including levels, domains, and practices.
Day 2: CMMC Practices, Assessment Process, and Code of Professional Conduct
Detailed exploration of CMMC practices, the CMMC assessment process, roles and responsibilities within assessments, and the code of professional conduct expected from organizations seeking certification.
Exam Details
Duration
1 hour
Format
Multiple choice (40 questions)
Passing Score
70%
Retake Policy
Free retake within 12 months after first failure
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Certification
PECB Certificate Holder in CMMC Foundation
Issued by PECB
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