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This policy aims to ensure a transparent and orderly process for the retirement of certifications, allowing individuals to make informed decisions regarding their certifications and transition to new or updated credentialing programs.</p><h2>Retirement Criteria</h2><p>EC-Council periodically reviews its certifications to ensure they remain relevant and aligned with industry needs. Certifications may be considered for retirement if they no longer satisfy these requirements due to technological advancements, shifting business practices, or other factors.</p><h2>Retirement Date</h2><p>A specific retirement date is established for each certification being retired. This date signifies when the certification program will no longer be available for new candidates to earn. The Authorised training centres (ATC) can order the outgoing version for the next six months and one year for the ACADEMIA partners from the date of the new version launch.</p><h2>Announcement</h2><p>EC-Council provides advance notice to the public regarding the retirement of specific certifications. The retirement date and any pertinent information about the transition procedure or alternative certifications are included in this announcement that is published on the Certification website.</p><h2>Renewal Options</h2><p>The program鈥檚 retirement won鈥檛 impact those who already hold a certification. The ECE requirements, Continuing Education (CE) fees, and renewal cycle will all remain the same throughout the renewal process. 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