Recertification
Upkeep of the CBI® designation is required. Every CBI must complete the recertification requirements by the third anniversary of the award and each three years thereafter. If both a valid CBI and M&AMI designation are held, then the recertification dates for both will become synchronized. A member who qualifies for the M&AMI recertification will automatically qualify for the CBI recertification during the same period but is not thereby entitled to IBBA® member benefits unless he or she is a member in good standing of the IBBA.
To recertify as a CBI, the following requirements must be met:
- Be an IBBA member in good standing.
- Attend at least one IBBA Conference (excludes IBBA Chapter Conferences).
- Pay the annual credentialing fee.
- Earn a minimum of 48 credits, 24 of which must be garnered in any of the following 3 experience categories:
1. Educational Experience Category:
2. Association Activities Category:
3. Business Transactions Category:
If the recertification requirements cannot be met, then a one-year extension may be requested by completing the Recertification Extension Request Form. Failure to maintain any of these recertification requirements will result in the resignation, revocation or forfeiture of the CBI designation.
It is possible to reinstate the designation after it has been lost. If you have any questions related to CBI recertification please email them to education@ibba.org.