CERTIFICATION REINSTATEMENT Available for qualifying candidates meeting all the requirements when a certification has been expired for less than 3 years from the original expiration date

If a certification has been expired for less than 3 years from the original expiration date, candidates can reinstate expired certifications by meeting the CEU requirements for certification renewals AND taking the reinstatement exam. There is an additional reinstatement fee per application to reinstate certifications that are expired ($150 for Members; $200 for nonmembers).  Candidates who have been expired for more than 3 years or who cannot meet the CEU and online course requirements will be required to pass the certification exam to become certified. If you are unsure if you are able to renew or need to pursue reinstatement, please contact certifications@iapmo.org

To reinstate your expired certification, you must complete both options below:

  1. Submit a total of 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) per certification. Please see chart below for eligible CEU renewal submittals. You must submit proof of documents and records of each activity in the past three years to certifications@iapmo.org
    NOTE: All CEUs must be earned during the valid period of your certification or within three years from the date of your reinstatement application.

  2. Complete and Pass the Reinstatement Exam

Exam Details:

  • Exams offered: 2018 UPC Plumbing Inspector, 2018 UPC Plumbing Plans Examiner, 2018 UMC Mechanical Inspector, 2018 UMC Mechanical Plans Examiner, 2016 CPC California Plumbing Inspector, 2016 CMC California Mechanical Inspector
  • 50 questions
  • Open book
    • Code book must match exam
  •  Passing Grade: 70%
  • Total time allowed: Untimed
  • Exam availability: 30 days from the date of purchase

Examination Fee:

$150.00 (IAPMO Members)
$200.00 (Non-members)


To reinstate your IAPMO Certification, go to Our Online Learning Center to Take a Reinstatement Exam

  • Log in if you have an existing username and password OR click "Register Now" to create your account
  • Find your exam by clicking "Browse Catalog"
    • Tip: Search “reinstatement” to narrow down the results
  •  Click "Add to Cart"
    • Your exam will appear in your cart at the top right of the screen
  •  Click on Secure Checkout
  • Fill in all information and click "Click Pay"

Upon CEU approval and passing the reinstatement exam, you will receive your updated wallet card in 3 – 4 weeks.

 

CEU Options for Certification Renewal

Category 

Activity

CEU Allowances4

A.

Complete live and/or online training in the discipline of your certification or related discipline provided by IAPMO, and IAPMO Chapter1, other model code organizations and legitimate training providers3, and/or employer-provided training1.

0.1 CEUs for each credit hour. 
May use this category for all 1.5 CEUs/15 clock hours.  

B.

Attending IAPMO code development hearings related to the discipline of your certification2.  

0.1 CEUs for each credit hour, 1.0 CEUs maximum  

C.

Serving as a member of an IAPMO or ASSE committee related to the discipline of your certification.

0.1 CEUs for each credit hour, 1.0 CEU maximum  

D.

Serving as an instructor of a course in the discipline of your certification or related discipline1.

0.1 CEUs for each credit hour, 1.0 CEU maximum       

E.

Publication of an article(s) in the discipline of your certification or related discipline.

0.1 CEUs for each credit hour, 1.0 CEU maximum 


1 Details regarding date, topic, location, and training length must be provided by the candidate for processing and evaluation. IAPMO reserves the right to request more information from candidates for the purpose of evaluation. Uploading certificates of completion or other documentation is preferred to reduce the chances of an audit.

2 Candidate must provide the date and location of the code hearings attended.

3 IAPMO reserves the right to determine what it considers to be legitimate training providers. Candidates should provide a web address or other information that can be used for evaluation purposes.

4 All CEUs must be earned during the valid period of your certification or within three years from the date of your renewal or reinstatement application. 

CEUs Required 1.5

Are you in need of additional CEUs to complete your IAPMO renewal?  IAPMO’s Online Learning Center offers exciting e-learning opportunities that allow you to develop as a professional conveniently and economically.

Still have some certification renewal questions? check our Frequently Asked Questions for more information


 

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