CPO® Recertification

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Recertification

After earning your initial Certified Professional Organizer® (CPO®) credential, recertification is required every three (3) years in order to maintain your CPO status.

There are a few options for recertification

Each one must be completed prior to your recertification date. The first is by earning 36 or more eligible Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The second is by scheduling and passing the CPO exam. In either case, you must also submit an application for recertification, including asserting to continued practice as a professional organizer and abiding by the Board Certified Professional Organizer®️ (BCPO®️) Code of Ethics.

If you need additional time, you can apply for either a Recertification Date Adjustment or a Leave of Absence.

Please note that you must be current on your Certification Fees to be eligible for recertification. You can refer to the BCPO Handbook for additional information regarding recertification requirements and fees.

Option 1: Recertification by CEUs

Earn 36 or more eligible Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within your 3-year certification cycle.

First, CEUs must be entered in your NAPO Professional Development Journal. At least 1 CEU must be in Ethics.

NAPO University Ethics courses can be found here.

Then, submit your application for recertification by CEUs and pay the recertification fee.

Application

Acceptable Course Content:

Any domain or subdomain on the CPO Exam Content Outline
Skills and knowledge that allow you to:

better serve your current and potential clients
better operate your organizing and/or productivity business
better lead the organizing and/or productivity industry

Audit Policy (2021)

Swappable CEUs

Option 2: Recertification Date Adjustment / Leave of Absence

CPOs who find themselves unable to meet the recertification requirements at their recertification deadline have two options to retain eligibility for the credential. These options are designed to provide flexibility while upholding the high standards of the CPO® designation.

RDA & LOA Application