CSEP Recertification + Reinstatement
Recertification Policy: The Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) designation has significant impact on the credibility and integrity of the live events industry. CSEPs are required to recertify their credentials every three (3) years through continued professional development and education, and applied experience in, and service to, the events industry. The policies below are provided to assist CSEPs in their recertification planning ahead of their application deadline, and/or to assist lapsed CSEPs in pursuing reinstatement of the credential.
Reinstatement fee: $400
Certification Lapse: Any CSEPs who fail to recertify will lose their credential on January 1 following their expiration date, and must cease and desist all use of the CSEP designation in all forms of communication. Reinstatement is available for 30 days following expiration. After having been lapsed for 30 days, an individual will have to submit a new application and pursue the credential as a new candidate.
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Pathways for Recertification
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RECERTIFICATION BY DOCUMENTATION
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Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the industry;
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Submit a CSEP Document Tracking document which shows a total of 40 points earned in the following categories: Continuing Education and Professional Development, Live Events Industry Leadership and Involvement, and other CSEP related activities. A minimum of 20 points must be earned from the Continuing Education category. All points claimed must have been achieved in the 3-year time period following initial certification or previous recertification. CSEP Documentation Points and Category Breakdown
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Recertification submissions are subject to audit by the Certification Committee. Backup documentation for points is not required but individuals should retain all verification documents for 6 months following the date of your recertification approval for audit purposes. If you are audited, you will be asked to provide backup documentation (e.g. email confirmations, conference agendas, proof of speaking engagements, articles written, etc.)
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All CSEP’s must abide by the CSEP Code of Ethics (the ILEA Principles of Professional Conduct and Ethics).
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RECERTIFICATION BY EXAM
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If your certification has lapsed or you do not have enough points to recertify by documentation, you can take the exam.
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In order to pursue exam-based recertification or reinstatement, you must make your request by sending an email to csep@ileahub.com.
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If you are recertifying, you must make this request prior to your certification expiration date.
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If approved to recertify or reinstate via exam, you will be given 60 days to schedule and pass the exam.
2025 Recertification Fees
By Documentation
Application Launch - CSEP Expiration
$300
Up to 45-Days after CSEP Expiration
$350
More than 45-Days after CSEP Expiration
$400
By Exam
Application Launch - CSEP Expiration
$300 + $350 exam fee
Up to 45-Days after CSEP Expiration
$350 + $350 exam fee
More than 45-Days after CSEP Expiration
$350 + $350 exam fee