PRI is pleased to introduce the Institute for Public Safety Records Management-a dedicated professional organization committed to advancing excellence, compliance, and leadership in public safety records operations through training and certifications.
Elevating Records Management In Public Safety
With over 40,000 professionals and 7,000+ agencies already benefiting from PRI’s expertise, the Institute builds upon this foundation to offer structured support, recognition, and development for records personnel in law enforcement, fire, EMS, and corrections agencies.
Our Vision
The Institute will advocate for records management professionals in public safety, and the importance of the role they serve in protecting their agency by ensuring compliance with the complex maze of legal requirements and regulations for public records laws, NIBRS, retention, CJIS, and more.
Membership Benefits
- Certified Law Enforcement Records Manager (CLERM)
- Certified Law Enforcement Records Professional (CLERP)
Learn new content and skills in strategic planning, policy, executive management in records, and more.
CLERM Certification
The CLERM certification emphasizes leadership, planning, policy, strategy, executive communication skills, and enterprise-level records management compliance and oversight.
Who It’s For
- Current supervisors or managers seeking a job-specific certification credential.
- Personnel seeking to advance to a supervisory or management-level position.
How It Works
Complete the five CLERM on-demand, self-paced classes offered through IPSRM. Classes are accessible online once logged in as a member. After each class, complete the course quiz. You can start/stop each class as needed. Classes include online reading, videos, self-study and range from 1-4 hours. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate and use of the certification badge for your agency (website, email signature).
Benefits of Certification
- Professional third-party validation of your skills and abilities.
- Promotes career advancement and mobility.
- Justifies higher job classification and pay.
See detailed course info in this download:
CLERP certification
The CLERP certification emphasizes key elements of records management in public safety including public records and retention, NIBRS data accuracy, quality control of records, NCIC, and ethics.
Who It’s For
- New records employees requiring or interested in professional job-specific training.
- Current records employees seeking a certification credential.
- Agencies seeking onboarding training for new hires.
How It Works
Complete the six CLERP on-demand, self-paced classes offered through IPSRM. Classes are accessible online once logged in as a member. After each class, complete the course quiz. You can start/stop each class as needed. Classes include online reading, videos, self-study and range from 1-4 hours. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate and use of the certification badge for your agency (website, email signature).
Benefits of Certification
- Professional third-party validation of your skills and abilities.
- Promotes career advancement and mobility.
- Justifies higher job classification and pay.
See detailed course info in this download:
Recertification required after two years.
Why Join the Institute?
In an era where accurate and compliant records management is paramount, the Institute serves as a beacon for professionals seeking to enhance their skills, stay abreast of evolving standards, and contribute to the advancement of public safety records practices.
By joining, you become part of a community dedicated to excellence, continuous improvement, and the shared goal of upholding the integrity of public safety records.
Become a Member Today
IPSRM Membership Only $99
- Access to the member forum.
- Access to member-only resources including sample records management policies, guides and tools.
- Access to member-only events including The Records Room Live podcast, webinars, and free training sessions.
- Access to post on and view the records Job Board to help with recruiting.
Membership + CLERP Certification $299
(Price discounted for multiple-member purchases)
All-access membership plus ability to achieve CLERP Certification, designed for non-supervisory personnel.
This includes access to six on-demand classes for certification.
Membership + CLERM Certification $349
(Price discounted for multiple-member purchases)
All-access membership plus ability to achieve CLERM Certification, designed for current or aspiring supervisors or managers.
This includes access to five on-demand classes for certification.
