Two of my certs are good through 2031. I'm done retaking exams just because the version has changed.

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Gregory Childers

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    My A+ and Network+ had expiration dates in 2028. This was due to my earning the CASP+ and then renewing it by passing the ISACA CISM.

    I passed the fifth version of Network+, which extended my Net+ and A+ until 2031. My first Network+ certification was in 2005.

    At this point, I don't really see the point of taking any of the certification exams again if I've already passed them. Especially if I've passed multiple versions already.

    I didn't even study for the Net+ this time. Didn't even download the objectives. Just signed up and took it blind and passed easily. The exams don't change enough from one version to the next to justify constantly retaking them. Maybe 10%-15% changes, tops.

    I'll just renew them with CEUs from now on because there is zero value to constantly retaking exams just because the version changes. They don't list the version number on the certificate. Just the date originally earned and the expiration date.

    For the record, none of my clients require that I have the most current CISSP, CISM, CAPM, MS Azure, or any other certification. It makes no sense at all for me to retake any CompTIA exam that I've already passed before.

    I've still got DataX and Linux+ left to pass, and then I'm done taking CompTIA exams.
     
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    At this point, you probably deserve a CompTIA loyalty card, given your exam experience background and the degree of certifications you possess. Retaking the same exam can seem pointless once you have established a strong foundation and are keeping your certifications up to date with CEUs. I agree that there are frequently only minor version changes between releases-usually just enough to keep up with emerging technologies or trends.

    That said, a retake could still be beneficial for someone who is still learning the basics or new to the field. But once you've passed several versions and earned higher-level certifications like CASP+ and CISM, it’s tough to justify the time and cost.. Using CEUs to renew is a wise choice particularly if your clients don't need the most recent versions.

    Good luck finishing up Linux+ and DataX.
     
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    precious said:
    At this point, you probably deserve a CompTIA loyalty card, given your exam experience background and the degree of certifications you possess. Retaking the same exam can seem pointless once you have established a strong foundation and are keeping your certifications up to date with CEUs. I agree that there are frequently only minor version changes between releases-usually just enough to keep up with emerging technologies or trends.

    That said, a retake could still be beneficial for someone who is still learning the basics or new to the field. But once you've passed several versions and earned higher-level certifications like CASP+ and CISM, it’s tough to justify the time and cost.. Using CEUs to renew is a wise choice particularly if your clients don't need the most recent versions.

    Good luck finishing up Linux+ and DataX.
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