Your APU certification never expires. Maintain active status through continuing education to stay current and connected.
40
CEUs per 4 years
100+
Free CE courses
Lifetime
Credential validity
Your credential is valid for life. Active status simply indicates you're current with CE requirements.
Access 100+ continuing education courses at no additional cost as part of your certification.
CE requirements ensure you're always up-to-date with the latest research and best practices.
Earn 40 CEUs every 4-year cycle across three categories
Courses, webinars, and workshops that expand clinical knowledge and skills.
Examples:
Business, communication, and practice management education.
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Active engagement in the APU practitioner community.
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Multiple pathways to fulfill your continuing education requirements
Access our library of 100+ CE courses included with your membership.
Unlimited
Earn a new APU specialty certification to fulfill all CE requirements.
40 CEUs
Attend approved functional medicine conferences and summits.
Up to 20 CEUs
Submit approved external courses for CE credit consideration.
Up to 20 CEUs
Pace yourself over four years to easily meet requirements
Complete half your continuing education requirement in the first two years.
Complete remaining credits and ensure all categories are fulfilled.
Your CEU log is automatically reviewed. If complete, status is renewed.
Your credential status changes from "Active" to "Inactive" in the directory. Your certification remains valid — you simply need to complete CE requirements to return to active status.
No annual or renewal fees. Your initial certification investment includes lifetime credential validity. The only cost is maintaining community membership ($29/month) if you want to access the free CE library.
Yes! Any qualifying education completed within 12 months before certification can count toward your first recertification cycle.
Your dashboard automatically tracks all APU courses. For external education, simply upload your certificate and we'll review and add credits within 5 business days.