GIAC/SANS Affiliated Programs

• SANS training courses, including Live Online and OnDemand
• New GIAC certifications

Can be applied to 5 certifications

Up to 36 CPEs

Career Development Activities

• Other accredited professional training or certification
• Graduate level courses
• Published technical work

Can be applied to 2 certifications

Up to 36 CPEs

Other Industry Training

• BlackHat
• RSA
• ShmooCon
• DerbyCon
• And more!

Can be applied to 1 certification

Up to 18 CPEs

SANS NetWars

• NetWars tournament
• NetWars continuous

Can be applied to 2 certifications

Up to 12 CPEs

• Hands-on cyber range activities
• CTFs

Can be applied to 1 certification

Up to 12 CPEs

Work Experience

• Relevant technical and management experience

Can be applied to 1 certification

Up to 12 CPEs

Community Participation

• Participating in GIAC exam development activities
• Writing an article for an information security publication

Can be applied to 1 certification

Up to 12 CPEs