Inspiring Success Stories from Our Students

We have guided thousands of students to confidently pass the CISSP exam over 20+ years. We have an exceptionally high pass rate.

Student

Started MasterClass

# Days Studying

Attempt #

Pass Date

# of Exam Questions

Certification

CCSP student Rodrigo Souza - Destination Certification

Rodrigo

Jan 2, 2025

89

1

April 1, 2025

Passed

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CCSP Masterclass – What a masterpiece! Well done on this incredible work. In addition, the strategy worked out! Thinking like a CEO made all the difference to me in passing the exam. HUGE THANK YOU!

CISSP student WC McFadden - Destination Certification

WC

Oct 16, 2023

532

1

Mar 31, 2025

150

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CISSP student Minesh Dattani - Destination Certification

Minesh

Nov 22, 2024

126

1

Mar 28, 2025

Passed

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CISSP student Gary Hung - Destination Certification

Gary

Mar 9, 2025

19

1

Mar 28, 2025

100

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CISSP student Steve Mancia - Destination Certification

Steve

Oct 8, 2024

171

1

Mar 28, 2025

150

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CISSP student Mason Leingang - Destination Certification

Mason

Jan 31, 2025

56

1

Mar 28, 2025

150

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CISSP student Brad Townsend - Destination Certification

Brad

Aug 29, 2024

210

1

Mar 27, 2025

100

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CISSP student Kumar S S S K - Destination Certification

Kumar

Nov 29, 2024

118

1

Mar 27, 2025

100

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I feel extremely fortunate to stumble across these valuable treasures of Destination Certification CISSP 2024 MasterClass and Destination CISSP: A Concise Guide Second edition to handhold me towards the successful journey of clearing the CISSP examination. First and foremost, I would like to appreciate Mr. John, Mr. Rob, Mr. Lou and the rest of the entire DC team for providing the CISSP aspirants a one-stop shop for everything one needs to attain success. Be it MC videos where Mr. John and Mr. Rob explain the most critical concepts in an extremely simple and lucid terms yet retaining the technical flavor of the concepts combined with the view of Management's lens, especially for non-native English speakers like me and top of that we were offered practice questions, flashcards in the mobile app and search functionality combined with personalized identification of weak areas in MC site which were also very crucial in shaping up my understanding of the core fundamentals of each and every single topic that is mentioned in the CISSP 2024 outline.

The sheer experience and knowledge that DC instructors bring on to the table is impeccable. They provide a learning experience which propels the aspirants to completely immerse in the learning journey and when immersed with sincerity, one can say they are not only getting trained to attempt the CISSP examination but also become a responsible and sound Information Security professional of tomorrow who can serve our society to make an impact that truly matters. Whether be it the usage of diagrams, tables, real-life scenarios and examples, the DC instructors literally made my life easy. Further, Mr. John's test taking strategy videos were also crucial in shaping up of my understanding of the practice questions and helped me imbibe critical thinking while answering the questions. Words truly fall short for me in expressing my happiness and gratitude to the entire DC team including Ms. Naina and the entire non-technical DC professionals who kept supporting me throughout my CISSP journey without whom I couldn't have scaled the most coveted peak.

CISSP student Diego Rocha - Destination Certification

Diego

Oct 24, 2024

154

1

Mar 27, 2025

150

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CISSP student Nicole Haigwood - Destination Certification

Nicole

Feb 15, 2025

39

1

Mar 26, 2025

150

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We have guided thousands of students to confidently pass the CISSP exam over 20+ years. We have an exceptionally high pass rate.

Michael

Started MasterClass

Mar 2, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

126

# Days Studying

40

Pass Date

April 11, 2024

If you're serious about acing the CISSP exam, I highly recommend the Destination CISSP book and MasterClass. As someone who's used both, I found the book to be incredibly detailed and insightful, covering all the key topics you need to know. The MasterClass, with its series of videos led by industry experts, provided a dynamic and engaging way to reinforce concepts and dive deeper into challenging areas. Together, they were instrumental in helping me prepare effectively and confidently for the exam.

Clifford

Started MasterClass

Oct 2, 2023

Attempt #

3

# of Exam Questions

175

# Days Studying

191

Pass Date

April 10, 2024

Scott

Started MasterClass

Feb 23, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

125

# Days Studying

47

Pass Date

April 10, 2024

Jovanie

Started MasterClass

Feb 26, 2023

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

142

# Days Studying

42

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

Jeff

Started MasterClass

Mar 5, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

172

# Days Studying

159

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

I am more than happy to share my success due greatly to Destination Certification's Rob, John and Lou! I will be passing on to anyone in the future about this course prior to the CISSP test.

Jeffrey

Started MasterClass

Jan 12, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

125

# Days Studying

87

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

I read the official study guide, the all-in-one guide, and watched videos from every source I could find. None of those sources were as clear and concise as the Destination Certification videos and book. I wish I would have found them sooner and saved myself a lot of time.

David

Started MasterClass

Feb 1, 2024

Attempt #

# of Exam Questions

125

# Days Studying

67

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

Alex

Started MasterClass

Feb 2, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

156

# Days Studying

48

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

Jay

Started MasterClass

Feb 2, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

125

# Days Studying

48

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

Narasimha

Started MasterClass

Jan 14, 2024

Attempt #

1

# of Exam Questions

150

# Days Studying

85

Pass Date

April 8, 2024

Our Students Success Stories

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Asim Khwaja

As a Technology executive with over sixteen years of experience, the way Destination Certification presented the information was extremely effective and allowed me to obtain certification on the first attempt while maintaining a full-time job.

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Brad Davis

Strategic Link Consulting

Destination Certification is the best, most up-to-date and concise guide for the CISSP exam. Rob and John are charismatic and knowledgeable instructors who help you make the most out of your learning experience.

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Sergey Faleev

ProcedureFlow

Choosing Destination Certification Masterclass was THE best decision I made for preparing for this beast of an exam.

The content is top-notch - easily digestible, never a dull moment and really helps you get into a Manager/CEO mindset right from the beginning.


I would like to thank Rob, John and Lou for this amazing program!

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Nagarjuna Atluri

Ritchie Bros.

Destination Certification's structured platform and engaging materials were instrumental in instilling a deep understanding of the CISSP body of knowledge for the exam, making complex concepts easily comprehensible.


The guidance and advice from Lou as well as John and Rob’s invaluable test-taking strategies empowered me to confidently walk into the exam and pass on my first attempt.

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Kris Triplett

CrossFit

Destination Certification allows you to study at your own speed in the way that works best for you and your situation.


The content is laid out in such a way that it makes local sense as you progress through it. You can take your time preparing or you can structure your own bootcamp.


I passed on my first attempt in 175 questions after a 5 day content blitz. Not many systems are as flexible as destination certification.

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Alexander Lawrence

Sysdig

You’ve not only helped me obtain a difficult certificate, but you’ve also provided world-class (and entertaining!) instruction that has given me the confidence that I’ll provide more competent, strategically-minded advice to whoever I’m working with when it comes to security.

The practice questions that you provided in class were perfect examples of the kinds of questions that were actually on the exam.

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Ray Gonzales

Deloitte

I am very happy to say that thanks to your guys’ invaluable coaching, guidance, and advice, I was able to pass the CISSP test and am now a certified Associate of ISC2!

I want to thank you both for all of the hard work you put into the course. The diligence and thought and conviction you put into the class were apparent and definitely played a role in helping me pass the exam.

Passing the CISSP has been a goal of mine for a long time, and I can’t thank you enough for helping me achieve it.

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Russell Brockmeyer

Deloitte

I think this is the best class I have taken, you both were able to take all those complex terms and definitions into very simple words and examples that helped me so much to not just value what we do as professionals, but also to help me think outside the box.

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Daniel Changkuon

Deloitte

I really liked the way you guys taught the material and not just the course itself but the entire process.

I’ve debated studying for the CISSP on my own and have studied for other certification exams and usually, that preparation involves getting one of those giant books and going through it cover to cover and this is over months. Without guidance on what parts to emphasize, this can be a daunting exercise. Your course was much more targeted and focused and coupled with the nightly assessments was a far better method given the timeframe.

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Tony Lin

Deloitte

Thank you both so much for your instruction and passion in delivering the CISSP course material. It is rare to find people who have such vast knowledge and experience, as well as a commitment to education and furthering the profession.

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Robby Burko

Scotiabank

The video content is absolutely top notch. I’ve had my share of professional training over the years but IMHO the Dest Cert structured approach and presentation style of the content blows them out of the water.

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Rachel Philips

Accenture

Thank you for all your great passion. The classes have definitely rounded my holistic understanding of organizational security and I am taking with me lessons that I will be using throughout my career.

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Ari Kumar

Deloitte

There were some mind-blowing concepts I learned during the week which made the training more interesting.

Thank you so much for everything that you taught us. I will be a better professional after this week.

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Karthik Chiluveru

Deloitte

The exam yesterday seemed simple after the thorough review of the past week and applying the strategies you provided. I’m happy to inform you that I passed the exam, but even more so that I learned more in the course of a single week than I have in some years.

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Jordan Baker

Deloitte

Your videos are so clear, crisp, to the point. The best resource in terms of content, Video quality/editing, and putting in the fun elements in your video which is awesome.

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Ashok Kalappa

Target

I am happy to report that I passed the exam in 103 questions… absolutely couldn’t have done it without your program.

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Ryan Danowski

Deloitte

I had a great experience. I can honestly say you were the best teachers I have had in my entire educational career.

I passed only because I attended this training. I am not even happy I passed, I am happy I got a chance to learn so much from you two.

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Urooj Aqeel (Jojo)

Deloitte

I took the CISSP exam yesterday, and I’m happy to report that I got the “congratulations” letter and that I provisionally passed the exam. Thank you so much again for everything you taught us!

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Ivaness Chiong

Target

I’d like to send you this official thank you email to express my gratitude to both of you for delivering this amazing training program and preparing me for the exam. I passed!

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Winnie Mo

Deloitte

I took the test today and provisionally passed at 101 questions! Everything you and John said about the test was spot on.

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Dan Murphy

I wanna say a big thank you again, passed my CISSP on the first attempt and so grateful for your help.

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Mahsa Rafiee

Scotiabank

I am happy to share the news that I passed my exam. It was a BEAST of a test and I never want to take it again. You guys rock and gave me all the tools needed to make sure I passed.

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George S Garvin

Deloitte

I honestly can’t thank everyone at Destination Certification enough! The program is world class and so is the passion and support from all involved. They truly care about you and want you to pass the exam and be the best security professional you can be. Thanks again!

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Aaron Jenkins

Beemok Capital

I would like to thank the whole Destination Certification team for developing a concise study guide, amazing training material, and Lou for holding me accountable. Very much appreciated.

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Quatrell Nevels

National Security Agency

I am pleased to share my feedback about Destination Certification's training material, which played a crucial role in my successful CISSP exam preparation.


The comprehensive and well-structured content provided a solid foundation of knowledge, while the clear explanations and real-world examples helped me grasp complex concepts effectively. The practice quizzes and mock exams were invaluable in gauging my progress and identifying areas for improvement. 


Thanks to Destination Certification's exceptional training material, I felt confident and well-prepared, leading to my passing the CISSP exam with flying colors.

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Abdul Majeed Qaderi

Western Health Advantage

Working with Destination Certification is truly an incredible experience. You genuinely enjoy participating in this training. Everyone is readily available and fully dedicated to assisting you in successfully passing the CISSP exam. You won't require anything more. I highly recommend it.

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Erwin Penders

MediReva

The Master Class courses have played a very important role in my learning process.


Mr. Rob and Mr. John explained the knowledge points in a simple and clear way, which allowed me to understand the knowledge points of the exam in the shortest time. Mr. Lou gave me very detailed guidance at the early stage of registration.


Many thanks to the Destination Certification team!

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Guannan Liu

AgBank

Thank you guys so much for an awesome week – could not have done it without the strategy.

The passion you both teach with makes it fun to watch and made me excited about the material too. I’ll miss the class. Can’t believe how much I learned.

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Maryam Razafsha

Deloitte

Your real-life examples really made the class interesting and easy to pay attention to and stay focused.

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Kaeli Baker

Deloitte

I wanted to let you guys know that I was able to pass the exam thanks to your guys' help. I appreciate the effort you guys put into the course.

Jalid Ahmad

Deloitte

One word, Fantastic. The way you both are able to break down the topics into succinct understandable information is impressive.

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Adam Delaney

Deloitte

I like the way you explain technical concepts in a simple way and the real-world insights that you provide throughout your lessons.

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Michael Cordoba

Deloitte

I learned so much that I will apply to my job. There is also no way I would pass without this class.

Madeline Mill

Thank you for your guidance and coaching, you made understanding the concepts much easier and a lot more fun.

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Puneet Mahajan

TD

Thank you both for the wonderful training. Without your guidance and support, I couldn’t have achieved this!

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Wendy Overton

Optiv

I truly feel this would not have been possible without your work, dedication, and most importantly, tips & tricks.

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Scott Coggan

TD

It was an absolute pleasure to be able to participate in the CISSP Bootcamp. 

I can’t thank either of you enough for being such great instructors.

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Jonathan Lee

Deloitte

I can say that your training really helped put me in the right mindset

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Melanie Halstensen

Target

I learned a lot about how to be a better security professional.

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Deepa Balaprakash

Deloitte

The boot camp gave me the confidence, direction, and cognition to test out after months of slow, unfocused self-study.

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George Jenkins

Target

I passed the exam today after 103 questions. In short, the Bootcamp was amazing. How both of you explained the material and the simple real-life examples you gave tremendously helped me make sense of it.

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George Jenkins

Deloitte

I PASSED! Thank you both so much for an awesome course 

– I came into the boot camp a little last minute but you guys really gave me everything I needed to pass in just one week!

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E.M. Phillips

Deloitte

You both did an excellent job emphasizing what we might see on the exam, and that really helped me to study without feeling overwhelmed.

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Brook Peed

Deloitte

You are all truly gifted teachers.

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Stephen Klementowski

Deloitte

I can honestly say without the bootcamp I would not have passed. I am still in shock that I have finally passed and cannot thank Rob and John enough for the amazing platform.

Your bootcamp has truly changed my life and I know this will ultimately help me grow in my career as a security professional!

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Danielle Heinritz

Deloitte

I am happy to let you know that I passed the CISSP exam!

Thank you so much for all the hard work, support, and guidance you provided to us last week in the CISSP Bootcamp!

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Mishal Khan

Former Deloitte