ID RequirementsHootsuite Academy account required. No government-issued ID required. Exams are taken online via the Hootsuite Academy platform and are not proctored.
RenewalRequired -- Certifications expire after 1 year. Renewal requires passing the current version of the exam. Hootsuite Academy may notify candidates before expiration.
PrerequisitesNone; must be affiliated with a nonprofit organization (recommended)
Retake PolicyNo waiting period between attempts. Candidates may retake immediately after a failed attempt. Each retake may require repayment of the exam fee.