Renewal information

Sign up here to get all the resources you need to pass your CRAT exam

You'll get:

  • Advanced flashcards
  • Advanced practice test
  • E-Books and more...
Please wait, sending you the resources Loading... Thanks, email containing all the resources sent to your inbox. Mail failed, Please recheck your email address and try again. Please enter a valid email address.
Image of nurse with patient, ecg in th background.

Renewal information

According to Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)'s official website, the credential obtained after passing the CCI exam is active for 9–12 months. As a new registrant (credential holder) there are two types of renewal with CCI: first renewal and second/first triennial renewal.

First renewal

The new registrants have to pay for the first renewal before the first day of the quarter the credential was obtained in the following year. For instance, if you get your credential between April 1st and June 30th, your first renewal would be due on or before March 31st of the following year. Credentials are renewed every three years after the completion of the first renewal. There are no continuing education unit (CEU) requirements for the first renewal other than the submission of renewal fee (currently $165.00 USD), and a signature of compliance Code of Ethics. This date will be noted on your initial wallet card.

Second renewal/first triennial renewal

To maintain active credential with CCI, the following requirements must be met:

  • The submission of triennial renewal fees (currently $165.00 USD)
  • The signature of compliance with the CCI Code of Ethics
  • Completing (CEUs) every three years

CEUs required

  • For Certificate-Level Registrants (CCT and CRAT), the total number of CEUs required in a triennial cycle is 16.
  • For Advanced-Level Registrants (ACS) and Registry-Level Registrants (CES, RCIS, RCS, RCCS, RPhS, and RSV), 36 CEUs are required for credential maintenance. Of these, at least 30 must be cardiovascular-related. The remaining CEUs can be on any topic as long as it is from one of the approved providers.

Wallet cards

Wallet cards are given to successful registrants and expire on date of first renewal. Triennial wallet cards are given upon the renewal of credentials.

Signup with your email & get all the resources unlocked

Please wait, sending you the resources Loading... Thanks, email containing all the resources sent to your inbox. Mail failed, Please recheck your email address and try again. Please enter a valid email address.

Average wages for related jobs

Cardiovascular technologists and technicians
$75,780
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
$68,324
Certified cardiographic technician (CCT)
$68,750
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics and salaryexpert.com
When credential is earned First renewal end date Second renewal cycle (when CEUs are due)
January 1 to March 31, current year December 31, current year December 31, three years after the first renewal
April 1 to June 30, current year March 31, following year March 31, three years after the first renewal
July 1 to September 30, current year June 30, following year June 30, three years after the first renewal
October 1 to December 31, current year September 30, following year September 30, three years after the first renewal

Recommended books

CCI's official website recommends the following sources to help you prepare for the exam.

Signup with your email to get links of these free eBooks. Signup Now

  1. Asirvatham, Samuel J., Friedman, Paul A., and Hayes, David L. Cardiac pacing, defibrillation and resynchronization: a clinical approach. Chichester, West Sussex, UK: Wiley-Blackwell
  2. Barold, S. Serge, and Roland X. Stroobandt. Cardiac Pacemakers and Resynchronization Step by Step an Illustrated Guide. 2nd ed. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons, 2010
  3. Dubin, Dale. Rapid Interpretation of EKG’s: an interactive course. 6th ed. Tampa, Fla.: Cover Pub. Co., 2000.
  4. Kenny, Tom. The nuts and bolts of cardiac pacing. 2nd ed. Malden, Mass.: Blackwell Futura, 2008.
  5. Wesley, Keith. Pocket Guide to Huszer’s Basic Dysrhythmias and Acute Coronary Syndromes: Interpretation & Management. Mosby Jems Elsevier.
  6. Booth, Kathryn A., and Thomas E. O’Brien. Electrocardiography for Healthcare Professionals. New York: McGraw-Hill.
  7. Woods, Stephanie L. and Karen S. Ehrat. The Art of EKG Interpretation: a Self-Instructional Text. Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall Hunt Pub Co.
Exam formate