This category is for professional security associations that have active members. This can include organizations representing a range of products, services, or a commercial business sector. Most security associations promote professionalism, and provide education and training opportunities for its members. Many provide certifications, code of ethics, standards of conduct, best practices, legislative oversight, develop professional standards, allow for networking, and information exchange. Security associations can require minimum qualifications for membership, professional licensing, or prior employment within a private sector.