Every 2 years from the date of initial certification.
200 Hours Requirement
Candidates must complete 200 hours of verifiable professional activity within the 2-year renewal period.
Accepted Activities
Hours may be earned through direct employment in the certified role, supervised clinical practice, professional workshops, training, or employer-verified competency activities.
Bridge Pathway
Professionals with 3+ years of work experience and 1,500+ verified hours may qualify for accelerated renewal through employer verification.
Documentation
All renewal applicants must maintain records of hours. Random audits may require proof of activities completed.
Fees
Renewal fee is the same as the initial credentialing exam fee. Late or reactivation fees apply if renewal is missed.
Failure to Renew
Credentials not renewed by the expiration date will be marked Inactive. To restore active status, candidates must complete the 200-hour requirement and pay all applicable fees.
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Completed 200 hours within the 2-year cycle
Employer verification of hours (if requested)
Renewal application submitted online at www.NMCAB.org
Payment of renewal fee
đź’ˇ This renewal system ensures that all NMCAB professionals remain current, active, and verified in their field.
All NMCAB credentials must be renewed every 2 years to maintain active status and remain listed on the national registry.
đź“‹ Renewal Requirements
Requirement
Description
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years from the date of initial certification.
200 Hours Requirement
Candidates must complete 200 hours of verifiable professional activity within the 2-year renewal period.
Accepted Activities
Hours may be earned through direct employment in the certified role, supervised clinical practice, professional workshops, training, or employer-verified competency activities.
Bridge Pathway
Professionals with 3+ years of work experience and 1,500+ verified hours may qualify for accelerated renewal through employer verification.
Documentation
All renewal applicants must maintain records of hours. Random audits may require proof of activities completed.
Fees
Renewal fees are the same as initial exam fees (see chart below). Late or reactivation fees apply if renewal is missed.
Failure to Renew
Credentials not renewed by the expiration date will be marked Inactive. To restore active status, candidates must complete the 200-hour requirement and pay all applicable fees.
