I am a CPLP Technologist. How do I become PDP certified?

I am a CPLP Technologist. How do I become PDP certified?

CPLP Level II Technologists have automatically been converted to ISTA Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP) Certified.  You are now ISTA Packaging Dynamics Professional (PDP) Certified. 

Check your education dashboard to view your updated certificate. Certification terms for all ISTA Packaging Dynamics Professionals (PDP's) have been extended to a minimum of September 1, 2024.


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