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Recertification





Recertification Renewal Timeframes

  • Wireless# is a lifetime certification. Because Wireless# is an entry-level certification, like A+ and Network+, no recertification is required.
  • CWNA and CWSP certifications are valid for three years.
  • CWNE certifications earned before 12/31/2006 are valid through 12/31/2008
  • CWNE certification earned after 12/31/2006 (including passing exam PW0-300) are valid for life.

How to Recertify

Renewal requires certification holders to register for and pass the appropriate CWNP recertification exam(s). In order to recertify, exam requirements must be met prior to the certification expiration date. Individuals with expired certification(s) must repeat the entire certification exam process in order to regain their certification(s). Visit the CWNP Tracking System to check the status of your certification(s).

Certification Level Recertification Options
Wireless# Lifetime certification, no recertification
CWNA Complete one of the following recertification options:
  • Pass the current certification exam (PW0-100)
  • Advancing to the next level or recertifying at the Professional level automatically renews the CWNA certification
CWSP Complete one of the following recertification options:
  • Pass the current certification exam (PW0-200 or PW0-300)
  • Pass CWNE when it becomes available
CWNE If you earn CWNE before 12/31/2006, your certification is valid through 12/31/2008. If you earn CWNE after 12/31/2006 (and you passed exam PW0-300), your CWNE certification is valid for life.