An IAPMO certification is a significant professional accomplishment which is why it is critical you commit to continuous self-development by participating in Certification Renewal. You will expand your knowledge, validate your technical expertise, and realize personal satisfaction from the effort.
Certifications are valid for three years. Certifications must be renewed on or before the expiration date.
You can renew your certification up to 6 months ahead of your expiration date and have a 6 month grace period after your expiration date.
If your certification has expired and you are beyond the 6-month grace period, click here for information on how to reinstate your certification.
Certification Renewal Options:
There are two options for renewing your certification. You can renew by taking a renewal exam OR submitting the appropriate amount of approved CEUS. Please click on the options below for more information.
- Option 1 - Continuing Education and Industry Involvement
- Participate in career development activities provided by or recognized by IAPMO. A total of 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) per certification are needed to renew. For example; if you are renewing two total certifications, you would need a total of 3.0 CEUs to renew both certifications. You must keep and submit proof of documents and records of each activity during the three-year renewal period. All CEUs must be earned during the valid period of your certification or within three years from the date of your renewal application.
- $70.00 per certification renewal
- To renew your IAPMO Certification with this option CLICK HERE
- Fill in your personal information
- Select from the drop down the certification or certifications you would like to renew
- Fill in the required CEU information
- Upon approval, you will receive an updated wallet card in 3-4 weeks
CEU Options for Certification Renewal
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Activity
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CEU Allowances4
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Complete live and/or online training in the discipline of your certification or related discipline provided by IAPMO, and IAPMO Chapter1, other model code organizations and legitimate training providers3, and/or employer-provided training1.
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0.1 CEUs for each credit hour.
May use this category for all 1.5 CEUs/15 clock hours.
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Attending IAPMO code development hearings related to the discipline of your certification2.
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0.1 CEUs for each credit hour, 1.0 CEUs maximum
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Serving as a member of an IAPMO or ASSE committee related to the discipline of your certification.
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0.1 for each credit hour, 1.0 maximum
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Serving as an instructor of a course in the discipline of your certification or related discipline1.
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0.1 for each credit hour, 1.0 maximum
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Publication of an article(s) in the discipline of your certification or related discipline.
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0.1 for each credit hour, 1.0 maximum
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- 1Details regarding date, topic, location, and training length must be provided by the candidate for processing and evaluation. IAPMO reserves the right to request more information from candidates for the purpose of evaluation. Uploading certificates of completion or other documentation is preferred to reduce the chances of an audit.
- 2Candidate must provide the date and location of the code hearings attended.
- 3IAPMO reserves the right to determine what it considers to be legitimate training providers. Candidates should provide a web address or other information that can be used for evaluation purposes.
- 4All CEUs must be earned during the valid period of your certification or within three years from the date of your renewal or reinstatement application.
- CEUs Required 1.5
- Are you in need of additional CEUs to complete your IAPMO renewal? IAPMO’s Online Learning Center offers exciting e-learning opportunities that allow you to develop as a professional conveniently and economically.
- Still have some certification renewal questions? check our Frequently Asked Questions for more information
- Option 2 - Online Certification Renewal Exam
- If you are seeking to renew one or more certification(s), you may take the renewal exam for each discipline to renew your certification(s). Each renewal exam consists of a 50-question open book exam based on the most current edition of the code and applicable standards and is taken online. To renew, individuals must pass the exam with a score of 70% or better. Only one certification can be renewed per renewal exam
- Exam Details:
- Exams offered: 2018, 2015 UPC and UMC, 2016 CPC and CMC
- $95.00 per certification renewal exam
- 50 questions
- Open book
- Code book must match exam
- Passing Grade: 70%
- Total time allowed: Untimed
- Exam availability: 6 months from the date of purchase
- Please note you must take this exam between 6 months prior to and 6 months after your certification expiration date
- To take a certification renewal exam:
- Go to our Online Learning Center: CLICK HERE
- Log in if you have an existing username and password OR click "Register Now" to create your account
- Find your exam by clicking "Browse Catalog"
- Tip: Search "renewal" to narrow down the results
- Click "Add to Cart
- Your exam will appear in your cart at the top right of the screen
- Click on Secure Checkout
- Fill in all information and click "Click Pay"
- Once you have completed and passed the exam, you will receive your updated wallet card in 3 – 4 weeks.
