Individuals who are current PECS Implementers and would like to maintain their PECS Implementer Certification may do so by enrolling in the PECS Level 1 Implementer Recertification Program. Individuals will demonstrate and successfully complete all requirements. 

Demonstration requirements include:

• PECS Implemented within functional activities.
• 4-Step error correction procedure.

Written requirements include submitting:

• PECS across the day form.
• A written description of how PECS is being implemented within functional activities.
• A self-evaluation of all submitted demonstrations and written assignments. 

Individuals will have 6 months to successfully complete all of the PECS Level 1 Recertification requirements. Upon successfully completing the demonstration requirements a Certification of Completion for the PECS Level 1 Implementer Certification Program™ is issued. 

The PECS Level 1 Certified Implementer™ status is valid for three years from the date of completion. 

PECS Level 1 Certified Implementer™ holding a valid certificate may continue on to the PECS Level 2 Implementer Certification Program™.

Prerequisites: valid PECS Level 1 Implementer Certificate™ & PECS Level 1 or Level 2 Workshop within 6 months.