Certification Renewal
Maintain an active W.I.T.S. credential.
Review continuing education, CPR/AED, ethics, application, and fee requirements before submitting your renewal.
Certification Testing and Renewal
Find renewal options, national test-out, and CPT Level 1 retest registration.
CPT Level I Exam-Only Registration
Register for the certification examinations without purchasing W.I.T.S. training.
Eligible candidates may register for the W.I.T.S. CPT Level I written and practical certification examinations without purchasing W.I.T.S. education, courses, textbooks, recordings, or other preparation materials.
Candidates may prepare using educational materials of their choice. Optional W.I.T.S. preparation resources do not guarantee a passing score.
CPT Level I Retest Registration
Register to retake an unsuccessful written or practical examination.
- Written retest: $150
- Practical skills retest: $178
- Up to two retakes within 12 months.
Candidates who were unsuccessful on one examination component may be eligible to register for a retest under the current retest policy.
Review the Candidate Handbook for current limits, waiting periods, deadlines, fees, and scheduling requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take the CPT Level I examinations without purchasing W.I.T.S. training?
Yes. Eligible candidates may register for the W.I.T.S. CPT Level I written
and practical certification examinations without purchasing W.I.T.S. education,
training, courses, textbooks, recordings, or preparatory materials.
Are W.I.T.S. preparation resources required?
No. W.I.T.S. preparation resources are optional. Candidates may prepare using
educational materials of their choice.
Does using W.I.T.S. preparation material guarantee that I will pass?
No. Use of W.I.T.S. training or preparation material does not guarantee a
passing examination score.
What are the current eligibility requirements?
Candidates should review the current CPT Level I Candidate Handbook for age,
education, CPR/AED, ethics, application, and examination requirements.
How far in advance must I register?
Registration deadlines and scheduling requirements are published in the current
Candidate Handbook and registration materials. Candidates should review those
requirements before selecting a test date.