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Renew Your
NFPA Certification

Stay Current. Maintain Your Credential. Stay Confident.

Maintain your professional credibility and continue
demonstrating your commitment to excellence. Renew
today and keep advancing your career in fitness.

NFPA certification renewal requires 10 CEC hours annually, annual renewal, online processing, current CPR/AED, and allows renewal of up to four certifications

How Renewal Works

NFPA certification renewal process: complete 10 CEC hours, pay renewal fees, complete the renewal application, upload current CPR/AED documentation, and submit

Renewal Fees

NFPA certification renewal fees are $50 for one certification plus $25 for each additional certification, up to four certifications, with renewal dates combined to the earliest certification date
NFPA late certification fees are $30 for 1 to 60 days late, $50 for 61 to 90 days, $75 for 91 to 120 days, and $100 for 121 to 365 days

Late Fees

If applicable: late fees are in addition to the renewal fees

Refresher vs Reinstatement

NFPA Refresher Courses for certifications expired up to 12 months include 10 CECs, no exam, and waived renewal fees
View NFPA Refresher Courses
NFPA Reinstatement Courses for certifications expired more than 12 months with Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, and Indoor Cycling Instructor options
View NFPA Reinstatement Courses
NFPA Renewal Application checklist: complete 10 CEC hours, maintain current CPR/AED, submit outside CEC documentation if applicable, and update certification and contact information

Renewal Application

Keep your NFPA certification active by renewing on time and continuing your professional development