Classes, paths, and when an assessor is required

20x expresses authorization status through Certification and Classes A–D. Whether a given path requires an independent assessment is a FedRAMP rule, not an scm.cc decision. This lesson shows where to look — and what not to invent.

Educational resource only. scm.cc is not a FedRAMP Recognized Independent Assessor (3PAO) and is not FedRAMP-authorized; it grants no authorization, certification, or assessment outcome. FedRAMP.gov is the authoritative source. This is not legal advice.

This is scm.cc skills training. Completing a course or receiving an scm.cc training certificate does not make you a FedRAMP Recognized Independent Assessor, is not a FedRAMP credential, and is not government recognition. Official recognition requires A2LA accreditation (REC-IAS-ACC) and FedRAMP Recognition. FedRAMP.gov is the authoritative source. This is not legal advice.

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Sources

FedRAMP Certification reference (retrieved 2026-09-27)
FedRAMP 20x overview & Core Principles (retrieved 2026-09-27)
Independent Assessment Services (retrieved 2026-10-11)

Last verified 2026-10-11. FedRAMP.gov is authoritative.