Do people need to renew every certification they hold?
No. Some re-certifications occurs automatically. For example, when someone re-certifies a CCNP, the related CCNA is automatically renewed. That’s because re-certification at the Professional level automatically renews all related Associate level certifications. • What happens to Specializations if a Professional certification expires? Specializations require valid certification at the Professional level. So, if a Professional certification expires, the Specializations dependent on that certification also expire – even if they were only recently acquired. • What is the impact on me when my certification expires? You may no longer represent yourself as a holder of that certification or use the designation on your business card. And, once your certification expires, you will no longer be able to re-certify with a single exam. If you want the same certification, you will have to start over and complete all prerequisites and exams. • What is the impact on my employer when my certification e
