Certified Pharmaceutical Industry Professional Credential™ (CPIP™) - Recertification

Retaining the CPIP Designation

Once the CPIP is conferred, recertification requirements must be met every three years to maintain a valid credential. The CPIP designation becomes invalid if there is failure to meet recertification requirements.

The purpose of the CPIP Continuing Certification Requirements Program is to:

  • Assure the credentialed individual has maintained skills in leadership, professionalism, innovation, quality and continuous improvement
  • Assure that the individual has maintained knowledge of current industry practices and government regulations.

Each CPIP must satisfy the CPIP recertification requirements in order to maintain the CPIP credential. CPIPs are required to attain no less than 60 recertification points* (RCPs) during the three year credential validity period and agree to continue to adhere to the ISPE-PCC Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

Activity Max RCPs / Year Max RCPs / Cycle
Professional Development 4 12
Professional Practice 8 24
Instructor 4 8
Continuing Education 10 30
License / Certification 4 8
Advanced Coursework 8 24
Publications/Presentations/Books 8 16
SME Writers 6 18
Educational Product Development 3 9
Mentoring 2 6

TOTAL MINIMUM RCPs/THREE YEAR CYCLE REQUIRED = 60

Documents for Download

Recertification Application Fees

Yearly Fee: US$75, €40

*See the CPIP™ Recertification Handbook for a description of Recertification Activities and Points.