CEcDs must complete the recertification process with IEDC every 3 years.

The deadline by which the process has to be finished can be found in the chart below.

CEcDs will receive notifications from IEDC as follows regarding their recertification.

• 1st Reminder = 60 Days Before Deadline
• 2nd Reminder = 30 Days Before Deadline
• Past Due Reminder = 30 Days After Deadline
• Termination Warning Letter = 60 Days After Deadline
• Termination Finalized Letter = 90 Days After Deadline

Recertification Process 

Earn Activity Points & Attend Economic Development Ethics Workshop
CEcDs must earn at least 12 Activity Points and attend at least 1 Economic Development Ethics Workshop. These points can be incurred at different activity levels and the workshop can be attended online or in-person with IEDC.

IEDC recommends CEcDs use the document below to keep up with their points and workshop attendance over the 3 year cycle.

CEcD Recertification Activity Level Information
recertification tracking document

Please email [email protected] with any questions about non-IEDC professional development opportunities being counted towards CEcD recertification requirements. 

*September 2026 Update*

IEDC is transitioning to a new credentialing system to improve the recertification process and make it easier to submit documentation and track recertification activity.

For all CEcD designees with a 2026 recertification deadline, the deadline has been extended to November 30, 2026.

What You Need to Know

• Do not email your recertification application or supporting documentation to IEDC.
• All recertification information and documentation must be submitted through IEDC’s new credentialing system.
• IEDC will email all CEcDs due for recertification with instructions for accessing the new system and completing the recertification process.
• If you previously submitted materials to IEDC, our team will provide guidance on any additional steps required.

Please continue gathering documentation for your qualifying activities and complete the required IEDC Economic Development Ethics Workshop if you have not already done so.

If you have questions regarding your recertification, please contact [email protected].