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Home » Education & Credentialing » Certified Plumbing Design Technician (CPDT) » CPDT Q&A

Recertification

Below are common questions related to the CPDT Examination and maintaining your CPDT credential.

Recertification

How often do I have to recertify?

Active CPDTs recertify every 2 years. There are no exemptions. If you wish to maintain your CPDT credential you must continue to earn continuing education every 2 years (November 1 through October 31, 24 months later).

How many CEUs do I need to maintain my CPD Credential?

Every 2 years CPDs must earn 24 hours of continuing education or 2.4 CEUs. Click here to read more about recertification and procedures.

What happens if my CPDT lapses?

Individuals whose CPDT credential has lapses have 18 months from the date of expiration to submit reinstatement documentation and supply the appropriate fee(s). Read more about the CPDT reinstatement process here.

Examination

When is the next CPDT Exam?

The CPDT Exam is held annually in the Fall.

What are the recommended publications for exam preparation?

CPDT Study Guide
Plumbing Engineering Design Handbooks Volumes 1, 2, 3 and 4
Practical Plumbing Engineering
Pharmaceutical Facilities Plumbing Systems
Domestic Water Heating Design Guide
Engineered Plumbing Design II
Plumbing Technology

How long is the exam and how many questions are there?

Candidates have 3.5 hours to take the 100-question multiple-choice exam. There are no short answer questions.

How is the exam administered?

The exam is administered at testing centers around the world. It is a computer-based exam. Locate a testing center here. ASPE only hosts our examinations at Pearson Professional Centers, so keep this in mind when narrowing down your search.

When will I receive my results?

Results are shared via mail only 6-8 weeks after the exam. Candidates outside the USA and Canada can expect to receive results with in 6-8 weeks after the exam via UPS delivery only.

Is the exam open book?

No. Any tables and charts will be provided if applicable.

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