Can I earn more than 12 CREC during the 3-year certification period?
A. Additional credits (more than 12) obtained during a certification period will not be applied to future certification periods. For example if you were CREC certified on 9/1/2004, your certification expires on 9/1/2007. If during that 3-year cycle you obtained 20 continuing CRECs, you will automatically be re-certified on 9/1/2007. However, starting on 9/1/2007 you will have 0 continuing CREC and are required to obtain at least 12 CREC by 9/1/2010 for re-certification. This is to ensure that individuals continue to receive the most current guidance through up-to-date educational activities.
