When does a practitioner certificate become inactive?

A practitioner certificate becomes inactive after two years of the individual not meeting the renewal requirements. This two-year period is generally established to ensure that certified individuals remain current with industry standards, practices, and continuing education. Continued engagement in relevant training and practice is essential for maintaining certification, as it reflects a commitment to upholding safety and sanitation standards in the industry. If renewal is not pursued within this timeframe, the certification may lapse, indicating that the individual is no longer recognized as active in their professional capacity.

The other durations, such as one, three, or five years, do not align with the established norms for certificate inactivity, which is specifically set at the two-year mark to encourage ongoing professional development and validation of skills.