Managing Multiple CSI Certifications

Multiple certifications? 

Each certification requires 24 LUs every 3 years. If you're applying for two certifications, you need 48 LUs, but up to 12 LUs can count for both applications, meaning you only need 36 unique LUs. 

When submitting: 

  • Select both credentials for the overlapping 12 LUs.
  • Ensure you have 36 unique LUs for two applications.
  • A third application requires an additional 24 unique LUs.

To update existing entries, go to your Certification page, click "edit," and check additional certification boxes. 



What qualifies as an eligible Learning Activity?
Learning Unit
LU Time
Maximum LUs
Notes
In-person Courses, Conference Sessions, and Workshops of technical content 1 Hour = 1 LU No maximum Technical presentations must be non-commercial and non-sales in nature.
In-person Courses, Conference Sessions, Workshops of non-technical content 1 Hour = 1 LU 2 LUs per year Non-technical presentations may include management, leadership development, soft
skills, team building, etc.
Online Course, Live 1 Hour = 1 LU No maximum Virtual, live, and synchronous. Certificate of completion required (e.g., Webinar,
WebReach).
Online On-Demand or Self Study 1 Hour = 1 LU No maximum Virtual and asynchronous. Assessment and/or proof of completion is required.
Technical Tours 1 Hour = 1 LU 2 LUs per year Technical content must be non-commercial and non-sales in nature.
College or University Course 1 Hour = 1 LU 8 LUs per
course, per year		 Passing grade transcript required from US accredited colleges and universities only. Course content must be relevant to CSI credential body of knowledge.
*Instructors can claim up to 6 LUs per course per year.
Volunteer (CSI national, regional, chapter) 1 Hour = 1 LU 2 LUs per year Service as an appointed or elected CSI volunteer on a board, committee, working group, or task force. Must be an active and engaged participant to expand skills and enhance professional growth.
Presenter/Author - Technical content 1 Hour = 1 LU 2 LUs per year
 Prepare, research, write, and/or present current and relevant technical content to a professional audience via audio, visual, and/or written delivery of technical information or information about the profession. 
Certification Candidate
(CCCA, CCS, CCPR)		 1 Hour = 1 LU 12 LUs from study groups per year
 Prepare and successfully pass a new, specialized CSI credential exam during the renewal cycle for a previous CSI credential (e.g., have a CDT, study, and pass the CCCA exam). *Cert prep exam instructors can claim up to 4 LUs per year.
Exhibit/Tradeshow 1 Hour = 1 LU 2 LUs per year
 Gain technical product knowledge from product representatives and manufacturers.
Professional Reading 2 articles = 1 LU 1 LU per year
 Include only articles from peer-reviewed, technical journals. Industry trade periodicals do not qualify (i.e. Construction Specifier)
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Earn Learning Units in the CSI Learning Library

4 Easy Steps to
Maintain your Certification:

_1.png Earn 24 Learning Units (LUs)
_2.png Click the "Certification" tab on the left side to log Learning Units (LUs) 
_3.png Then click "Recertify/Reinstate" to submit the application and fee
_4.png Wait 5-7 days for review

How to Access your Certificates in the Learning Library