Candidacy requirements define the parameters on the basis of which an applicant shall be evaluated fit for applying for a particular GSQI certification. Candidacy requirements will vary across certifications.
Educational Requirements
An applicant for CCSS™ should have at least completed 14 years of formal education at the time of applying. Typically, most CCSS™ applicants have completed their A-Level/ O-Level/ Higher Secondary/ 12th grade.
However, applicants with an undergraduate degree or those who are just graduating out of the university have often proven to be better prepared for harnessing their CCSS™ qualification - than their younger counterparts; especially in some Asian and African countries.
Professional / Work Requirements
There is no requirement of a prior work-experience to be able to apply for CCSS™. Even individuals just out of their schools and colleges with ZERO work experience can apply for CCSS™.
However, many of those with some work exposure behind them have been seen making a comparatively better use of the CCSS™ qualification for their careers.
Age
An applicant should have completed 18 years of age at the time of applying for CCSS™. There is no upper age bar, however for any GSQI certification program.