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Certification renewal cycles
Exams & Credentials · updated 2026-09-07
Most run two or three years. Renewal is usually credits plus a fee, not a re-sit.
| Cycle | Common in | Typical renewal |
|---|
| 1 year | Safety, compliance | Short course |
| 2 years | IT, cloud | Re-exam or credits |
| 3 years | Project management | Credits + fee |
| No expiry | Academic credentials | n/a |
Avoid the lapse
- Diary the expiry the day you pass.
- Log credits as you earn them, not at renewal.
- Check whether a lapsed credential requires a full re-sit. Many do.
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