Maintaining your Anaplan certification is crucial for validating your expertise and staying current with the platform's latest advancements. Missing the recertification deadline means you will lose your certification status and need to start the certification process over from the beginning.
This article outlines the recertification path for each certification level if your certification has lapsed.
Improvements to the recertification process
- No more secure browser: The secure browser requirement has been removed. You can now take your recertification exam using any standard web browser.
- Faster retesting: The standard two-week hold period for all proctored exams has been reduced to just three days, allowing you to retest much more quickly if needed.
- Exam accommodations: Testers now have access to extended time, assistive technology, comfort items, and access to resources like Anapedia, to create an environment that helps you perform your best. More info here.
Scenarios for lapsed certifications
If you fail to recertify by the deadline, you will be required to retake the initial, more difficult exams and re-submit any necessary applications.
The specific requirements vary depending on your highest level of certification.
Certification level | Recertification path after lapse |
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Certified Master Anaplanner | - Retake the Professional Model Builder exam.
- Retake the initial Professional Solution Architect exam
- Resubmit the Professional Solution Architect application
- Retake the initial Certified Master Anaplanner exam
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Professional Solution Architect | - Retake the Professional Model Builder exam
- Retake the initial, more difficult Professional Solution Architect exam
- Resubmit the Professional Solution Architect application
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Certified Model Builder | - Retake the Professional Model Builder exam
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I have my first recertification attempt before the deadline, and a second attempt after if I fail the first?
A: No, you must successfully recertify before the deadline. To facilitate this, the standard two-week hold period for all proctored exams has been reduced to three days to allow for quicker retesting.
Q: If I fail the Master Anaplanner (MA) recertification, can I attempt the Solution Architect (SA) recertification as a safety measure?
A: Each individual will receive one free attempt at a recertification exam. Any additional attempts at any exam level will be paid.
Level-up opportunity for Professional Solution Architects
This year only, all Professional Solution Architects who recertify will be given one FREE attempt at the initial Certified Master Anaplanner (CMA) exam. This is a great opportunity to advance your certification level. More information here.
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