Recertification

Recertification encourages Certified Child Life Specialists to keep current with their profession and acts as a vehicle for demonstrated commitment to continued growth in the field of child life. Patients and families have a right to service provided by child life specialists who have demonstrated entry-level competence and who maintain knowledge of current practices in the field. The recertification process requires Certified Child Life Specialists to document knowledge and skill development over a five-year period in order to promote continuing competence. The Recertification Manual provides details of the recertification process. 

There are two ways individuals can recertify: through Professional Development Units (PDU) or Recertification by Exam. Read below to learn more about each option.