Renewal

NBCTs who apply for renewal may withdraw from the process at any time. In order to receive a refund of the renewal fee (minus the nonrefundable $300 application fee), candidates for renewal must notify NBPTS by submitting a signed written request prior to the deadline for submission of the Profile of Professional Growth. Please remember that renewal candidates will forego their opportunity to renew their certification if they withdraw from the process during their last year to seek renewal before their certificate expires.

Yes. Candidates for renewal who withdraw and request a refund in writing prior to the submission deadline for their Profile of Professional Growth will receive a refund of the fee paid, minus the initial $300 nonrefundable application fee.

Yes. Candidates for renewal who withdraw and request a refund prior to the resubmission deadline for their Profile of Professional Growth will receive a refund of the fee paid minus the $300 nonrefundable application fee. Renewal candidates should submit a request to withdraw on the Withdrawal Form. Requests for refunds of the full renewal fee will not be honored, regardless of the circumstances.