CNP Recertification

Recertification is intended to ensure continued competence through the ongoing development of knowledge and skills in the nuclear field. The process reinforces a commitment to professional growth, safety, regulatory awareness, and evolving industry practices.

All CNPs are required to renew their certification every three years, with the certification cycle ending on December 31 of the third year following initial certification or the most recent renewal.

To maintain the CNP credential, certificants must meet the following recertification requirements:

• Complete 36 hours of professional development (PD) relevant to the CNP body of knowledge during the 3-year certification period
• Submit a renewal application and pay the required fee
• Reaffirm adherence to the ANS Code of Ethics and Respectful Behavior Policy

Conferences, courses, or webinars from the American Nuclear Society (ANS) provide PD hours. Other organizations that provide professional-education credit that may be acceptable for approval of CNP recertification include, but are not limited to:

• Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI)
• Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
• Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)
• Institute of Nuclear Materials Management (INMM)
• Health Physics Society (HPS)
• International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
• Universities

As an alternative to submitting PD hours, certificants may choose to renew by examination. This option requires the individual to meet all other renewal requirements and successfully pass the current version of the CNP examination under the eligibility criteria in effect at the time of renewal.

All certificants are responsible for tracking their own recertification dates and maintaining records of their continuing education or examination activities. Professional-development courses and activities must be relevant to the core competencies of the CNP program and aligned with professional roles and new or more recent information stemming from the nuclear industry.