How do I recertify my Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP) certification?

How do I recertify my Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP) certification?

Recertification is an important indicator to you and your employer that you have kept up with current trends and validated your skills at the level of the original PDP certification.

  • ISTA's PDP program has a three-year recertification requirement that must be met prior to the certification expiration date
  • PDP recertification is based on a point system for employment, participation in additional educational courses and involvement with ISTA boards, councils and workgroups 
  • Each time requirements are met, PDP certification will be extended for an additional three years


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