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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 in 3 Years<\/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>Via BDA Certification Portal<\/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>Instant 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>Eligible After 1 Full Year<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\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>Step-by-Step Guide<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Record Your PDCs in 3 Simple Steps<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">Follow these steps to correctly submit your Professional Development Credits through the BDA Certification Portal and maintain your active certification status.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"steps-layout reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"steps-nav\">\r\n <a href=\"#step1\" class=\"step-nav-item active\">\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-num\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-text\"><h4>Log In to Portal<\/h4><p>Access your BDA Certification Portal account<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"#step2\" class=\"step-nav-item\">\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-num\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-text\"><h4>Add PDCs<\/h4><p>Enter your Activity Code and record credits<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"#step3\" class=\"step-nav-item\">\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-num\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-text\"><h4>Recertify<\/h4><p>Complete renewal once 60 PDCs are achieved<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <div style=\"margin-top:24px;background:var(--sky-light);border:1px solid rgba(15,145,224,.2);border-radius:12px;padding:16px\">\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.78rem;font-weight:700;color:var(--navy);margin-bottom:6px\">Need Help?<\/p>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.75rem;line-height:1.6;color:var(--gray-600)\">Contact BDA support or find a PDP provider near you for assistance with your recertification journey.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:5px;font-size:.75rem;font-weight:700;color:var(--sky);text-decoration:none;margin-top:8px\">Find a PDP <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><\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"steps-content\">\r\n <div class=\"step-block\" id=\"step1\">\r\n <div class=\"step-header\">\r\n <div class=\"step-num-badge\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Log In to the BDA Certification Portal<\/h3>\r\n <p>Access your personal certification dashboard to view your active credentials<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <p>Visit the BDA Certification Portal at <strong>portal.bda-global.org<\/strong> and log in using your registered email address and password.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>From the main dashboard, navigate to <strong>\"My Certifications\"<\/strong> to view your active credentials<\/li>\r\n <li>Check your recertification cycle start and end dates<\/li>\r\n <li>Review your current PDC balance and progress toward the 60-PDC requirement<\/li>\r\n <li>Verify that your personal and employment details are up to date<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\r\n <svg class=\"step-tip-icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <p>Your recertification cycle ends on the last day of the month in which you were originally certified. Make sure to check this date and plan your PDC activities accordingly.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"step-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 Open BDA Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-block\" id=\"step2\">\r\n <div class=\"step-header\">\r\n <div class=\"step-num-badge\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Add PDCs Using Your Activity Code<\/h3>\r\n <p>Enter the unique Activity Code from your BDA-approved training provider<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <p>Click <strong>\"Add PDCs\"<\/strong> from your certification dashboard. You will be prompted to enter an Activity Code from a BDA-approved provider.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Enter the <strong>Activity Code<\/strong> provided by your BDA-approved training organisation (PDP)<\/li>\r\n <li>The system will automatically populate the activity title, provider name, and PDC value<\/li>\r\n <li>Verify the details are correct before confirming the submission<\/li>\r\n <li>If you attended a non-PDP activity, you may submit it for manual review with supporting documentation<\/li>\r\n <li>Each verified training hour equals <strong>1 PDC<\/strong><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\r\n <svg class=\"step-tip-icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <p>Every BDA-approved program has a unique Program ID. Always request this code from your training provider before or after attending the activity \u2014 it is required for PDC recording.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"step-cta\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"8\"\/><line x1=\"21\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16.65\" y2=\"16.65\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Find a BDA-Approved PDP\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-block\" id=\"step3\">\r\n <div class=\"step-header\">\r\n <div class=\"step-num-badge\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Complete Your Recertification<\/h3>\r\n <p>Finalise renewal once you have achieved 60 PDCs and completed at least one full year<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <p>Once you achieve 60 PDCs \u2014 and after completing at least one full year into your recertification cycle \u2014 your portal will display: <strong style=\"color:var(--sky)\">\"YOU ARE NOW ELIGIBLE TO RECERTIFY\"<\/strong><\/p>\r\n <p>To finalise your recertification, follow these steps in the portal:<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Click the <strong>\"Recertify Now\"<\/strong> button in your dashboard<\/li>\r\n <li>Review your complete PDC history record for accuracy<\/li>\r\n <li>Update your personal and employment details<\/li>\r\n <li>Confirm your agreement with the BDA Certification Terms & Conditions<\/li>\r\n <li>Pay the applicable recertification fee<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <p>Upon successful completion, you will immediately receive:<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>An <strong>updated digital certificate<\/strong> with your new cycle dates<\/li>\r\n <li>A <strong>verified digital badge<\/strong> for LinkedIn and professional profiles<\/li>\r\n <li>A new <strong>3-year certification cycle<\/strong> starting from the renewal date<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\r\n <svg class=\"step-tip-icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <p>You must complete at least one full year into your cycle before you can recertify \u2014 even if you have already earned 60 PDCs. Plan your activities to spread across the 3-year period.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"step-cta\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Recertify Now\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header center reveal\" style=\"margin-bottom:32px\">\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>Eligibility<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Recertification Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"eligibility-card reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-text\">\r\n <h3>Are You Ready to Recertify?<\/h3>\r\n <p>Before initiating the recertification process, ensure you meet all of the following requirements. The BDA Certification Portal will automatically notify you when you become eligible.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;background:var(--sky);color:#fff;font-size:.85rem;font-weight:700;padding:11px 22px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;margin-top:20px;transition:all .25s\">\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 Check Your Status in Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-checklist\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Hold an active BDA-CP\u2122 or BDA-SCP\u2122 certification in good standing<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Have completed at least <strong style=\"color:#7cc8f5\">one full year<\/strong> into your current 3-year recertification cycle<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Have earned and recorded a minimum of <strong style=\"color:#7cc8f5\">60 PDCs<\/strong> in the BDA Certification Portal<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Have up-to-date personal and professional information in your portal profile<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Be prepared to pay the applicable recertification fee at the time of renewal<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"photo-split reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"photo-split-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smiling-mature-businessman-standing-front-his-colleagues-workplace-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"PDP Providers\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"photo-split-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\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n PDC Providers\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Find BDA-Approved Training Providers<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">BDA works with a global network of accredited Professional Development Providers (PDPs) who offer recognised training programs that qualify for PDC accrual. Look for the BDA PDP logo when selecting your training provider.<\/p>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PDP-Store.png\" alt=\"BDA PDP\" style=\"height:48px;object-fit:contain;margin:20px 0\">\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;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\/\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;background:var(--navy);color:#fff;font-size:.88rem;font-weight:600;padding:12px 24px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;transition:all .25s\">Become a PDP<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"cta-band\">\r\n <div class=\"container cta-band-inner\">\r\n <h2>Start Recording Your PDCs Today<\/h2>\r\n <p>Log into the BDA Certification Portal to add your professional development activities and stay on track for your recertification renewal.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"cta-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"cta-btn-white\">\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 Open BDA Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"cta-btn-outline\">Find a PDP Provider<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BDA-Recertification-Handbook.pdf\" class=\"cta-btn-outline\">Download Handbook<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\nconst observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries) => {\r\n entries.forEach(e => { if(e.isIntersecting){ e.target.classList.add('visible'); observer.unobserve(e.target); } });\r\n}, {threshold:0.12});\r\ndocument.querySelectorAll('.reveal').forEach(el => observer.observe(el));\r\n\r\n\/\/ Step nav active state on scroll\r\nconst stepBlocks = document.querySelectorAll('.step-block');\r\nconst stepNavItems = document.querySelectorAll('.step-nav-item');\r\nconst stepObserver = new IntersectionObserver((entries) => {\r\n entries.forEach(e => {\r\n if(e.isIntersecting){\r\n const id = e.target.id;\r\n stepNavItems.forEach(n => n.classList.remove('active'));\r\n const activeNav = document.querySelector('.step-nav-item[href=\"#'+id+'\"]');\r\n if(activeNav) activeNav.classList.add('active');\r\n }\r\n });\r\n}, {threshold:0.5});\r\nstepBlocks.forEach(b => stepObserver.observe(b));\r\n<\/script>\r\n<\/body>\r\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Enter PDCs \u2014 BDA Recertification BDA® Recertification Recertification How to Enter PDCs Resources Download Handbook Find a PDP BDA Portal PDC Recording Guide How to Record Your PDCs Step by Step BDA-CP\u2122 and BDA-SCP\u2122 holders must earn and record 60 PDCs within a 3-year recertification cycle. 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d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><\/svg>Eligible After 1 Full Year<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\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>Step-by-Step Guide<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Record Your PDCs in 3 Simple Steps<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">Follow these steps to correctly submit your Professional Development Credits through the BDA Certification Portal and maintain your active certification status.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"steps-layout reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"steps-nav\">\r\n <a href=\"#step1\" class=\"step-nav-item active\">\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-num\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-text\"><h4>Log In to Portal<\/h4><p>Access your BDA Certification Portal account<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"#step2\" class=\"step-nav-item\">\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-num\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-text\"><h4>Add PDCs<\/h4><p>Enter your Activity Code and record credits<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"#step3\" class=\"step-nav-item\">\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-num\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-nav-text\"><h4>Recertify<\/h4><p>Complete renewal once 60 PDCs are achieved<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/a>\r\n <div style=\"margin-top:24px;background:var(--sky-light);border:1px solid rgba(15,145,224,.2);border-radius:12px;padding:16px\">\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.78rem;font-weight:700;color:var(--navy);margin-bottom:6px\">Need Help?<\/p>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.75rem;line-height:1.6;color:var(--gray-600)\">Contact BDA support or find a PDP provider near you for assistance with your recertification journey.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:5px;font-size:.75rem;font-weight:700;color:var(--sky);text-decoration:none;margin-top:8px\">Find a PDP <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><\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"steps-content\">\r\n <div class=\"step-block\" id=\"step1\">\r\n <div class=\"step-header\">\r\n <div class=\"step-num-badge\">1<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Log In to the BDA Certification Portal<\/h3>\r\n <p>Access your personal certification dashboard to view your active credentials<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <p>Visit the BDA Certification Portal at <strong>portal.bda-global.org<\/strong> and log in using your registered email address and password.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>From the main dashboard, navigate to <strong>\"My Certifications\"<\/strong> to view your active credentials<\/li>\r\n <li>Check your recertification cycle start and end dates<\/li>\r\n <li>Review your current PDC balance and progress toward the 60-PDC requirement<\/li>\r\n <li>Verify that your personal and employment details are up to date<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\r\n <svg class=\"step-tip-icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <p>Your recertification cycle ends on the last day of the month in which you were originally certified. Make sure to check this date and plan your PDC activities accordingly.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"step-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 Open BDA Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-block\" id=\"step2\">\r\n <div class=\"step-header\">\r\n <div class=\"step-num-badge\">2<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Add PDCs Using Your Activity Code<\/h3>\r\n <p>Enter the unique Activity Code from your BDA-approved training provider<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <p>Click <strong>\"Add PDCs\"<\/strong> from your certification dashboard. You will be prompted to enter an Activity Code from a BDA-approved provider.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Enter the <strong>Activity Code<\/strong> provided by your BDA-approved training organisation (PDP)<\/li>\r\n <li>The system will automatically populate the activity title, provider name, and PDC value<\/li>\r\n <li>Verify the details are correct before confirming the submission<\/li>\r\n <li>If you attended a non-PDP activity, you may submit it for manual review with supporting documentation<\/li>\r\n <li>Each verified training hour equals <strong>1 PDC<\/strong><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\r\n <svg class=\"step-tip-icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <p>Every BDA-approved program has a unique Program ID. Always request this code from your training provider before or after attending the activity \u2014 it is required for PDC recording.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"step-cta\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"8\"\/><line x1=\"21\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16.65\" y2=\"16.65\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Find a BDA-Approved PDP\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"step-block\" id=\"step3\">\r\n <div class=\"step-header\">\r\n <div class=\"step-num-badge\">3<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-header-text\">\r\n <h3>Complete Your Recertification<\/h3>\r\n <p>Finalise renewal once you have achieved 60 PDCs and completed at least one full year<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"step-body\">\r\n <p>Once you achieve 60 PDCs \u2014 and after completing at least one full year into your recertification cycle \u2014 your portal will display: <strong style=\"color:var(--sky)\">\"YOU ARE NOW ELIGIBLE TO RECERTIFY\"<\/strong><\/p>\r\n <p>To finalise your recertification, follow these steps in the portal:<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Click the <strong>\"Recertify Now\"<\/strong> button in your dashboard<\/li>\r\n <li>Review your complete PDC history record for accuracy<\/li>\r\n <li>Update your personal and employment details<\/li>\r\n <li>Confirm your agreement with the BDA Certification Terms & Conditions<\/li>\r\n <li>Pay the applicable recertification fee<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <p>Upon successful completion, you will immediately receive:<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>An <strong>updated digital certificate<\/strong> with your new cycle dates<\/li>\r\n <li>A <strong>verified digital badge<\/strong> for LinkedIn and professional profiles<\/li>\r\n <li>A new <strong>3-year certification cycle<\/strong> starting from the renewal date<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <div class=\"step-tip\">\r\n <svg class=\"step-tip-icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <p>You must complete at least one full year into your cycle before you can recertify \u2014 even if you have already earned 60 PDCs. Plan your activities to spread across the 3-year period.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"step-cta\">\r\n <svg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n Recertify Now\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header center reveal\" style=\"margin-bottom:32px\">\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>Eligibility<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Recertification Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"eligibility-card reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-text\">\r\n <h3>Are You Ready to Recertify?<\/h3>\r\n <p>Before initiating the recertification process, ensure you meet all of the following requirements. The BDA Certification Portal will automatically notify you when you become eligible.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;background:var(--sky);color:#fff;font-size:.85rem;font-weight:700;padding:11px 22px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;margin-top:20px;transition:all .25s\">\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 Check Your Status in Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-checklist\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Hold an active BDA-CP\u2122 or BDA-SCP\u2122 certification in good standing<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Have completed at least <strong style=\"color:#7cc8f5\">one full year<\/strong> into your current 3-year recertification cycle<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Have earned and recorded a minimum of <strong style=\"color:#7cc8f5\">60 PDCs<\/strong> in the BDA Certification Portal<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Have up-to-date personal and professional information in your portal profile<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"elig-check\">\r\n <div class=\"elig-check-icon\"><svg width=\"10\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\r\n <p>Be prepared to pay the applicable recertification fee at the time of renewal<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"photo-split reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"photo-split-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/smiling-mature-businessman-standing-front-his-colleagues-workplace-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"PDP Providers\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"photo-split-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\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n PDC Providers\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Find BDA-Approved Training Providers<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-desc\">BDA works with a global network of accredited Professional Development Providers (PDPs) who offer recognised training programs that qualify for PDC accrual. Look for the BDA PDP logo when selecting your training provider.<\/p>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PDP-Store.png\" alt=\"BDA PDP\" style=\"height:48px;object-fit:contain;margin:20px 0\">\r\n <div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;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\/\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;background:var(--navy);color:#fff;font-size:.88rem;font-weight:600;padding:12px 24px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;transition:all .25s\">Become a PDP<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"cta-band\">\r\n <div class=\"container cta-band-inner\">\r\n <h2>Start Recording Your PDCs Today<\/h2>\r\n <p>Log into the BDA Certification Portal to add your professional development activities and stay on track for your recertification renewal.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"cta-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.bda-global.org\/login\" class=\"cta-btn-white\">\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 Open BDA Portal\r\n <\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/bda-partners-directory\/\" class=\"cta-btn-outline\">Find a PDP Provider<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BDA-Recertification-Handbook.pdf\" class=\"cta-btn-outline\">Download Handbook<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\nconst observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries) => {\r\n entries.forEach(e => { if(e.isIntersecting){ e.target.classList.add('visible'); observer.unobserve(e.target); } });\r\n}, {threshold:0.12});\r\ndocument.querySelectorAll('.reveal').forEach(el => observer.observe(el));\r\n\r\n\/\/ Step nav active state on scroll\r\nconst stepBlocks = document.querySelectorAll('.step-block');\r\nconst stepNavItems = document.querySelectorAll('.step-nav-item');\r\nconst stepObserver = new IntersectionObserver((entries) => {\r\n entries.forEach(e => {\r\n if(e.isIntersecting){\r\n const id = e.target.id;\r\n stepNavItems.forEach(n => n.classList.remove('active'));\r\n const activeNav = document.querySelector('.step-nav-item[href=\"#'+id+'\"]');\r\n if(activeNav) activeNav.classList.add('active');\r\n }\r\n });\r\n}, {threshold:0.5});\r\nstepBlocks.forEach(b => stepObserver.observe(b));\r\n<\/script>\r\n<\/body>\r\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Enter PDCs \u2014 BDA Recertification BDA® Recertification Recertification How to Enter PDCs Resources Download Handbook Find a PDP BDA Portal PDC Recording Guide How to Record Your PDCs Step by Step BDA-CP\u2122 and BDA-SCP\u2122 holders must earn and record 60 PDCs within a 3-year recertification cycle. 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