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class=\"subnav-btn active\">Recertification<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/certifications\/recertification\/how-to-enter-pdcs\/\" class=\"subnav-btn\">How to Enter PDCs<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/certifications\/recertification\/recertification-resources\/\" class=\"subnav-btn\">Resources<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BDA-Recertification-Handbook.pdf\" class=\"subnav-btn\">Download Handbook<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"subnav-btn\">Find a PDP<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"subnav-actions\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"btn-portal\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Add PDCs\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n<!-- HERO -->\r\n<section class=\"hero\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-left\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-eyebrow\"><div class=\"hero-eyebrow-dot\"><\/div>BDA Recertification Program<\/div>\r\n <h1 class=\"hero-title\">Keep Your <em>BDA Certification<\/em> Active & Current<\/h1>\r\n <p class=\"hero-desc\">Earning your BDA-CP\u2122 or BDA-SCP\u2122 is only the beginning. The BDA Recertification Program ensures your skills remain current, validated, and aligned with the latest international standards in business development.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"hero-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"btn-primary\">\r\n <svg width=\"15\" height=\"15\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Add PDCs Now\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BDA-Recertification-Handbook.pdf\" class=\"btn-ghost\">Download Handbook<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-stats\">\r\n <div>\r\n <span class=\"hero-stat-num\">3<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"hero-stat-label\">Year Cycle<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <span class=\"hero-stat-num\">60<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"hero-stat-label\">PDCs Required<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <span class=\"hero-stat-num\">60<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"hero-stat-label\">Day Grace Period<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-right\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/smiling-pensive-businesswoman-day-dreaming-while-being-work-there-are-people-background_637285-313.jpg\" alt=\"BDA Recertification\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-right-overlay\"><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- TRUST BAR -->\r\n<div class=\"trust-bar\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>ISO 17024 Aligned<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-dot\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>3-Year Renewal Cycle<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-dot\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><polyline points=\"22 12 18 12 15 21 9 3 6 12 2 12\"\/><\/svg>60 PDCs Required<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-dot\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\/><\/svg>Digital Badge on Renewal<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-dot\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>Global PDP Network<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<!-- CYCLE OVERVIEW -->\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header center reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"section-eyebrow\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg>Recertification Cycle<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Key Requirements at a Glance<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">The BDA Recertification Program is built around three core requirements that ensure your credentials remain valid and globally recognised.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-grid reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"cycle-card\">\r\n <div class=\"cycle-icon\"><svg width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-num\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-unit\">Years<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-title\">Recertification Cycle<\/div>\r\n <p class=\"cycle-desc\">Your certification cycle ends on the last day of the month in which you were originally certified. Renewal must be completed before this date.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-card\">\r\n <div class=\"cycle-icon\"><svg width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><polyline points=\"22 12 18 12 15 21 9 3 6 12 2 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-num\">60<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-unit\">PDCs Required<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-title\">Professional Development Credits<\/div>\r\n <p class=\"cycle-desc\">Earn 60 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) within your 3-year cycle through approved training, workshops, conferences, and BDA programs.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-card\">\r\n <div class=\"cycle-icon\"><svg width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"16\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"2\" x2=\"8\" y2=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"3\" y1=\"10\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"10\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-num\">60<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-unit\">Day Grace Period<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cycle-title\">Grace Period After Cycle End<\/div>\r\n <p class=\"cycle-desc\">A 60-day grace period follows the cycle end date, subject to additional late fees. Failure to renew within this period results in permanent cancellation.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- RECERTIFICATION METHODS -->\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header center reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"section-eyebrow\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Two Pathways<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Two Ways to Recertify<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">BDA offers two flexible pathways to renew your certification \u2014 choose the one that best fits your professional development journey.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"methods-grid reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"method-card\">\r\n <div class=\"method-header\">\r\n <div class=\"method-num\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Earn 60 PDCs<\/h3>\r\n <p>Professional Development Credits pathway \u2014 the most popular recertification route<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-body\">\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Attend BDA-approved training programs and workshops aligned with the BDA BoCK\u2122 framework<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Participate in webinars, conferences, or seminars focused on business development<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Lead strategic projects within your organisation that demonstrate BD competency growth<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Engage in BDA Membership programs and community activities<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Complete accredited instructor-led or self-study programs from BDA-PDP\u2122 partners<\/p><\/div>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.78rem;color:var(--sky);font-weight:600;margin-top:12px\">Each verified training hour = 1 PDC<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-footer\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"method-cta\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Add PDCs in Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-card\">\r\n <div class=\"method-header\">\r\n <div class=\"method-num\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Retake the Exam<\/h3>\r\n <p>Examination pathway \u2014 re-validate your knowledge through the BDA certification exam<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-body\">\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Retake the certification exam at the same level \u2014 BDA-CP\u2122 or BDA-SCP\u2122<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Passing the exam grants an additional 3-year certification cycle immediately<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Exam covers all 14 competencies in the BDA BoCK\u2122 framework<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Failure to pass results in certification revocation \u2014 must reapply as a new candidate<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-feat\"><div class=\"method-feat-dot\"><\/div><p>Preparation resources available through BDA-ECP\u2122 and BDA-PDP\u2122 partners<\/p><\/div>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.78rem;color:var(--sky);font-weight:600;margin-top:12px\">Same exam format as initial certification<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"method-footer\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/certifications\/exam-details\/\" class=\"method-cta\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M14 2H6a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v16a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h12a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V8z\"\/><polyline points=\"14 2 14 8 20 8\"\/><\/svg>\r\n View Exam Details\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- INTRO SPLIT \u2014 WHAT ARE PDCs -->\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-grid reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/closeup-smiling-senior-business-man-relaxing-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Professional Development\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-content\">\r\n <div class=\"section-eyebrow\">\r\n <svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><polyline points=\"22 12 18 12 15 21 9 3 6 12 2 12\"\/><\/svg>\r\n What Are PDCs?\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Professional Development Credits Explained<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">PDCs are the official measurement units for professional learning and continuing education aligned with BDA's global competency framework. Each verified training hour equals one (1) PDC.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature-icon\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 10v6M2 10l10-5 10 5-10 5z\"\/><path d=\"M6 12v5c3 3 9 3 12 0v-5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature-text\"><h4>Approved Training & Workshops<\/h4><p>Participation in BDA-approved training programs and workshops aligned with the BDA BoCK\u2122 framework.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature-icon\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"3\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"21\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"21\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature-text\"><h4>Webinars & Conferences<\/h4><p>Attendance at webinars, conferences, or seminars focused on business development topics.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature-icon\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-feature-text\"><h4>BDA-PDP\u2122 Accredited Programs<\/h4><p>Accredited instructor-led or self-study programs offered by official BDA Professional Development Providers.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div style=\"margin-top:20px;background:var(--sky-light);border:1px solid rgba(15,145,224,.2);border-radius:10px;padding:14px 16px\">\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.82rem;color:var(--navy);font-weight:600\">Every approved program has a unique Program ID \u2014 enter it in the BDA portal to record your PDCs automatically.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- PDP SECTION -->\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"pdp-grid reveal\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"section-eyebrow\">\r\n <svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n PDC Providers\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">BDA Professional Development Providers (PDPs)<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">The BDA works with a wide network of accredited partners around the world to support the recertification process. When you see the BDA PDP logo on any training or consultancy organisation, it means that body is officially recognised by BDA as a trusted provider of competency development and PDC accrual.<\/p>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PDP-Store.png\" class=\"pdp-logo\" alt=\"BDA PDP\">\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:10px;margin-top:8px\">\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start\">\r\n <div style=\"width:6px;height:6px;background:var(--sky);border-radius:50%;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:6px\"><\/div>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.83rem;line-height:1.6;color:var(--gray-600)\">Globally distributed network of certified training organisations<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start\">\r\n <div style=\"width:6px;height:6px;background:var(--sky);border-radius:50%;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:6px\"><\/div>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.83rem;line-height:1.6;color:var(--gray-600)\">All programs aligned with BDA BoCK\u2122 competency framework<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start\">\r\n <div style=\"width:6px;height:6px;background:var(--sky);border-radius:50%;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:6px\"><\/div>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.83rem;line-height:1.6;color:var(--gray-600)\">Unique Activity Codes for seamless PDC recording in the portal<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;margin-top:24px;flex-wrap:wrap\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"btn-primary\">Find a PDP Near You<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/product\/pdp\/\" class=\"btn-ghost\" style=\"background:var(--navy);border-color:var(--navy)\">Become a PDP Provider<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"pdp-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/team-architects-business-meeting-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"PDP Network\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- QUICK LINKS -->\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header center reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"section-eyebrow\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M12 5l7 7-7 7\"\/><\/svg>Quick Access<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Everything You Need to Recertify<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"quick-links-grid reveal\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"quick-link-card\">\r\n <div class=\"ql-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ql-text\"><h4>Add Recertification Credits<\/h4><p>Log into the BDA Certification Portal to record your PDCs and track your progress.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/certifications\/recertification\/how-to-enter-pdcs\/\" class=\"quick-link-card\">\r\n <div class=\"ql-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><path d=\"M14 2H6a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v16a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h12a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V8z\"\/><polyline points=\"14 2 14 8 20 8\"\/><line x1=\"16\" y1=\"13\" x2=\"8\" y2=\"13\"\/><line x1=\"16\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"8\" y2=\"17\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ql-text\"><h4>How to Enter PDCs<\/h4><p>Step-by-step guide to recording your professional development credits correctly.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"quick-link-card\">\r\n <div class=\"ql-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"8\"\/><line x1=\"21\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16.65\" y2=\"16.65\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ql-text\"><h4>Find a PDP Provider<\/h4><p>Locate BDA-approved Professional Development Providers in your region.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/certifications\/recertification\/recertification-resources\/\" class=\"quick-link-card\">\r\n <div class=\"ql-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><path d=\"M2 3h6a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v14a3 3 0 0 0-3-3H2z\"\/><path d=\"M22 3h-6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v14a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h7z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ql-text\"><h4>Recertification Resources<\/h4><p>Access all guides, templates, and resources to support your renewal journey.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BDA-Recertification-Handbook.pdf\" class=\"quick-link-card\">\r\n <div class=\"ql-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><path d=\"M21 15v4a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-4\"\/><polyline points=\"7 10 12 15 17 10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"15\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ql-text\"><h4>Download Recertification Handbook<\/h4><p>The complete official guide to the BDA Recertification Program in PDF format.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/product\/pdp\/\" class=\"quick-link-card\">\r\n <div class=\"ql-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"ql-text\"><h4>Become a PDP Provider<\/h4><p>Join BDA's global network of accredited Professional Development Providers.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n 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