2 Assessment, Moisture, and Environmental Factors20%
3 Maintenance, Recoating, and Refinishing25%
4 Equipment, Abrasives, and Chemistry15%
5 Standards, Safety, and Documentation15%
Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice
FormatClosed-book multiple-choice exam taken after an approved instructor-led course (typically 1-4 days).
Online ProctoringAvailable
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID matching registration; proof of approved-course completion. IICRC registration number used for certification issuance.
RenewalRequired -- Maintained via Continuing Education Credits (CECs) — generally 4 CECs every 4 years per active certification — plus payment of the annual IICRC certification renewal fee. Lapsed certifications may require re-examination.
Retake PolicyRetakes available; full exam fee and scheduling via Prometric/approved school per their policy.