Active CICS and CICP holders complete 120 CPE hours per 3-year cycle to maintain certification. Expired credentials can be revived without retaking the exam.
Each program here carries its own verified digital badge on Credly, issued at no extra cost and shareable anywhere your credentials matter. See all ICI badges.
3,601 badges awarded across these programs · last verified 7 September 2026
| Requirement | 120 CPE hours per 3-year reporting period (at least 40 per year) |
|---|---|
| Fee | $100 per cycle |
| Process | Pay fee + report completed CPEs |
Pay the $100 recertification fee
Applies while your CICS or CICP is still active. After payment, report your CPE hours and ICI updates your badge on Credly.
Expired candidates may recertify without retaking the examination. Total CPE hours and fees scale with the time since expiration:
| Time since expiration | Total CPE hours required | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Within 3 years | 200 hours (120 base + 80 additional) | $100 |
| Within 6 years | 280 hours (120 base + 160 additional) | $250 |
| Within 9 years | 360 hours (120 base + 240 additional) | $250 |
Expired within 3 years: pay $100 Expired 3 to 9 years: pay $250
Expired more than 9 years? Contact the Institute before paying.
