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Welcome to the 2022 Recertification Resources page! Congratulations on your decision to renew your commitment to your professionalism. You’ll find everything you need to complete your 2022 recertification right here.
Your achievements shine bright with your designation or title from the American Gem Society. Anytime you can demonstrate to your clients that you are proactive about your education and training, and can apply that knowledge during the sales presentation, you build trust with your client. That trust can turn casual clients into lifelong ones!
The exam questions are based on the Abstract Booklet written by leading experts (inside and outside the jewelry industry) from the 2022 Conclave, webinars, and any other relevant information or updates occurring in our industry. The recertification is an open-book exam with no specific time limit to complete once the test has started. The passing score is 75% or better.
Can’t log in or have a question? Check out the FAQ section below, or email us at membership@ags.org.
Please enjoy this special message from Sarah Person, CG, Chair of the American Gem Society’s Education Committee.
Please click on the links below to download the Recertification Abstract Booklet and Exam Questions PDF. All titles and designations have the same documents.
Look for your title or designation logo at the top of each abstract to identify if it is required reading for your exam. The exam questionnaire marks where to stop depending on your title or designation.
To take the exam, log into AGS PRO by clicking the button below. The course is assigned to your individual account. Please use the login credentials provided in the recertification communications you received, or click here to reset your credentials.
You’ll find the recertification exam in the “My Courses” section of your dashboard or by selecting “My Learning” from the left menu.
Here is a great video tutorial to guide you through the process.
Purchasing a printed version of the recertification exam allows you to take the exam in writing and submit by mail.
In the mailing, you will receive:
Please note: We will mail the recertification exam packet to you via USPS within seven business days of receiving payment.
The recertification exam must be received by the AGS offices by the due date of October 15, 2022. Please make sure to mail your exam with enough time for mailing handling and transport.
Once you have passed your recertification exam, share this significant achievement with your clients and community! You’re not only demonstrating your expertise, but you are also setting your business apart and leveraging your AGS membership to attract and retain clients, and ultimately increase sales.
Here are six ways you can promote your credentials:
1 – Display it. Frame your recent certification certificate of achievement, hang it up or place it in a high traffic place at your business. When clients notice it, you can educate them on what it stands for and what it means to them.
2 – Don’t forget your designee or titleholder logo. Download your logo here and add it on your website, email signature, business cards, letterhead, and social media—anywhere you know clients and colleagues will see it!
3 – Send out a press release. We’ve created press release templates that you can customize and send to your local press, and share with your clients. Click here to download the press release that corresponds with your designation or title.
4 – Submit a notification to your local business publication. Most of these publications provide an online submission form for readers to submit short notices sharing news of promotions, credentials, and other related updates. Here’s a sample template you can use for these purposes. Just copy, paste, and fill in the fields where indicated by brackets:
Sample notice:
[Your Name] with [Your Business] in [City] has been [fill in certified OR recertified] as a member of the American Gem Society (AGS) and has retained the title of [fill in title].
Successful completion of an annual recertification exam is required to maintain membership in the Society, a trade organization founded in 1934 and dedicated to proven ethics, knowledge, and consumer protection within the jewelry industry. The exam completed by [Your Name] covered questions relevant to gemology, the jewelry industry, and ethics, and are designed to ensure that its members have the most current information needed to provide clients with accurate and knowledgeable service.
Only one in twenty jewelers have met the exacting requirements necessary for membership. To join AGS, every member must go through a peer-reviewed application process followed by the annual recertification exam. To learn more, visit AmericanGemSociety.org.
5 – Share your achievement on social media. We’ve seen members promote their credentials in creative ways. Snap a photo of your printed certificate and ask your audience: “Do you know why this piece of paper is so important?” If you’re included on the Recertification Honor Roll, let everyone know! We’ve written social media-ready posts you can copy and share. Click here to access the Content Portal. You may be prompted to log in.
6 – Download your Digital Badge. You will be receiving an email from us indicating that your 2022 recertification digital badge is available for download. A digital badge is a graphical icon that indicates your credentials and accomplishments, and is displayed, accessed, and verified online. The badges can be added to your email signature, website, or social media. Go to ags.org/digitalbadging to learn more!
How have you promoted your credentials? Join our members-only Facebook group and share your ideas. If you need assistance with the downloads or templates, contact Marketing at marketing@ags.org.
For titleholders and designees that pass the recertification exam with a score of 100% on their first attempt, we recognize this terrific achievement by placing them on the Recertification Exam Honor Roll!
Those who are on the Honor Roll will receive:
For titleholders and designees that pass the recertification exam with a score of 100% on their first attempt, we recognize this terrific achievement by placing them on the Recertification Exam Honor Roll!
Those who are on the Honor Roll will receive:
Zahra Abdollahi, CG
Ben Bridge Jeweler
Wade Abel, CG
American Gem Society
Laboratories
Tsvika Abrahams, CSA
Padis Jewelry
Don E. Adams, RJ
Barnes Jewelry
Bryan C. Aderhold, CG
Nash James Enterprises LLC
Margarita Allen, CSA
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry
Paul Allen, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Elizabeth Allen, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Rebecca L. Aloise, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Karen Altman, CSA
B and E Jewelers
Irene G. Alvarez
Helzberg Diamonds
Lisa A. Anderson, CSA
Jewelers Mutual Group
Amber Aregoni, CSA
Rummele’s Jewelers
Jeffrey Arkin, CG
Adler’s Jewelers
Mark Arnold, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #157
Jose E. Awill, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Arpineh Babaian, CSA
La Maison D’Or
Clyde C. Bailey, CGA
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry
Carlos Barragan, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #027
Donnell E. Battle, CSA
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry
M. Dale Bedsaul, RJ
Dale’s Jewelry
Joshua L. Bennett, CSA
Schulz & Son Jewelers
Elizabeth C. Berg, RJ
Underwood Jewelers
Ryan L. Berg, CG
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Angela Bevill-Kohler, CSA
Smith & Bevill Jewelers
Carolyn M. Biacan, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #639
Olivia Billet, CSA
Stuller, Inc.
Hannah R. Bing, CSA
Ford, Gittings and Kane Jewelers
Robert Bireley, CSA
Morrison Smith Jewelers
Erin Bitzan, RJ
D.J. Bitzan Jewelers
Peggy Blickhan, CG
Steve Quick Jeweler
Kelly Boddicker, RJ
Josephs Jewelers
Morgan Boudreaux, CSA
Stuller, Inc.
April Brady, CSA
Eric J. Loch Diamond Jewelers
Christopher L. Bramlett, CGA
Starnes Jewelers
Gretchen R. Braunschweiger, CG
Braunschweiger Jewelers
Amanda Brixius, CSA
Rummeles, Inc.
Frederick W. Bromberg, RJ
Bromberg & Company, Inc
Clayton Bromberg, CG
Underwood Jewelers
Maria Brown, RJ
Exclusively Diamonds
Meredith Brown, CSA
David Gardner’s
Bradley Brown, CSA
David Gardner’s
Michelle A. Broyles, CSA
Calvin Broyles Jewelers, Inc.
Paul J. Buchkosky, CGA
Buchkosky Jewelers
Clifton D. Burcham, CG
Fink’s Jewelers, Inc. #8
Tammy Buskirk, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #648
Catherine Buss, CSA
O.C. Tanner Jewelers
Paula Butler, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #142
William S. Carstens, Sr., RJ
C. A. Schnack Jewelry Co.
Christopher D. Carter, CG
Carter’s Jewel Chest
Donna G. Chafin, CSA
Tena’s Jewelry & Gifts
H. Daniel Chandler, RJ
Galloway & Moseley Jewelers, Inc.
Larry Chenoweth, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Scott Christiansen, CGA
Mardon Jewelers
Coleman Clark
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Mitchell R. Clark, CG
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Charley Cliche, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #263
Stephanie Coates, CSA
Knar Jewellery
Todd J. Condon, CGA
Condon Jewelers, Inc.
Dinah M. Condon, CG
Condon Jewelers, Inc.
Alexia Conger, CSA
Huntington Jewelers
Richard A. Connell, CSA
Calhoun Jewelers
Sherri Cook, CSA
Peter & Co. Jewelers
Crystal B. Cotter, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Tiffany Cramer, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #333
Michael Cress, CSA
Denig Jewelers
Carol Dailey, CSA
Van Cott Fine Jewelry
Julie Daughtry, CG
Kirkland Jewelry
Hal K. Davis, RJ
Hal Davis Jewelers
Brendon R. Davis, RJ
Thomas A. Davis Jeweler
Alicia J. De Jesus, CSA
Knar Jewellery
Hayley J. de Thiersant, CG
Hill & Company
Raleigh Denig, CSA
Denig Jewelers
Matthew Deppe, RJ
Lux Bond & Green
Douglas DeWane, CSA
Rummele’s Jewelers
Maggie Dewar, CSA
Alyea’s Jewellers Ltd
Natasha Digius, CG
Diamond Boutique
Grant Dorangrichia, CG
N. Fox Jewelers
Danielle Dowden, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Kara Dulhanty, CSA
Hal Davis Jewelers
Janet L. Ebner
Armel Jewelers
Nicole Edwards, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Sam F. Edwards, CGA
Sam Edwards Jewelers
Mollie R. Effler, CG
William Effler Jewelers
Carrie Ehlers, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Kim Elton, CSA
Peter & Co. Jewelers
Mary Elzey, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
James Ernst, CSA
Gleim the Jeweler
Stephanus (Bert) Esterhuysen, CG
Union Gems
Charla Farley, RJ
Baker & Baker Jewelers, Inc.
Jonathan D. Farnsworth, CG
Parle Jewelry Designs
Jade Fay, RJ
Hug Jewelers
Edgar H. Fey III, CGA
Fey & Company
Elizabeth Finrow, RJ
Skeie’s Jewelers
Megin Flitter, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Gloria Ford, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Carolyn Fox, CG
Fox Fine Jewelry
William Frailey, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Susan Gardner, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #179
Briana L. Gartin, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #018
David Gaston, CSA
Hal Davis Jewelers
Alexandra N. Genna, CSA
Genna Jewelers
Valerie Giff, CSA
Davidson’s Jewellers
Jared Gilreath, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Christine Goer, CSA
Martin Jewelers
Benjamin Golan, RS
Shula, LTD.
Mark D. Goodman, CG
Goodman Jewelers
Adam P. Graham, CSA
Joshua J. Fine Jewelry
Scott R. Granger, RJ
Underwood Jewelers
John W. Grant III, CG
J.C. Grant Company
Joseph S. Grant, RJ
J.C. Grant Company
Jennifer A. Graves, CSA
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Jodi L. Gregory, CSA
Sorg Jewelers
Kyle G. Guertin, CSA
Lewis Jewelers
Brian K. Gunderson, CGA
Gunderson’s Jewelers
Alisha Halberstadt, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Nicholas Hamm, CSA
Romance Diamond Co., LLC.
Sara Hansen, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Ashley Harbison, CSA
Wilson & Son Jewelers
Jessica Harden, CSA
La Maison D’Or
Martin E. Harmon, CG
GIA
Mary C. Harris, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Kim Hartman, CSA
Parle Jewelry Designs
Penny A. Hauge, CG
Harold Jaffe Jewelers
Kenneth W. Haydon, CGA
Haydon & Company
Ed Haynes, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Rebecca J. Heaton, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #189
TJ Hendrix II, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler
Adam Henning, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Jeffrey R. Hicks, RJ
Lolli’s Jewelry Etc., Inc.
Marc Hildebrand, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #114
Melissa L. Hirneise, RJ
Underwood Jewelers
Eric Holguin, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #151
Olijuwan G. Holmes, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #637
Marlin B. Hood, RJ
Bromberg & Company, Inc.
Nancy Hotard, CSA
Stuller, Inc.
Chien Fen Huang, CG
Fredric H. Rubel Jewelers
Shawna L. Hunt, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Andrea Iten, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Ivan G. Jaffe, CGA
Harold Jaffe Jewelers
Rajesh Jain, RS
Samsara Creations, Inc.
Mark Jarvis, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Shelley C. Josefik, CSA
Ashley Jewellers-Gemologists
Debra K. Joseph, RJ
Josephs Jewelers
Brad Kaminski, CGA
Peter & Co. Jewelers
Frank J. Kassees, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #162
Jesse Kelly, CSA
Pieter Andries Jewelers
Mardo Kiladjian, CG
Supreme Jewelry
Kay Kostelny, CG
Jewelers Mutual Group
Antoinette Kramar, CSA
Orin Jewelers, Inc.
Michael Kranich, Jr., RJ
Kranich’s Jewelers, Inc.
Heather Kuehl, CSA
Armel Jewelers
Melissa Lancaster, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Tiffany Landers, CSA
Jewelsmith, Inc.
Marilynn J. Lane, CG
Fredric H. Rubel Jewelers
Sarah Larkin, CSA
Underwood Jewelers
Sarah Lay, CGA
Malashock’s Jewelry Co.
Ramiro Leal, CSA
Helzberg Diamonds #351
Lucian R. Lee Jr., RJ
Hale’s Jewelers
Karen Y. Lee, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #040
Judy G. Lemon, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #637
Lisa Lilly, CSA
Lux Bond & Green – Exec. Office
Reyna Love, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #155
Rebekah Luplow, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #013
Ruth Ann Lynn, CG
Hale’s Jewelers
Brittany D. Mackay, RJ
Gordons Gold Jewellers
Melinda MacLachlan, CSA
Waterfall Jewelers
Glenn Markman, CG
Facets of Fire
Glenda Marshall, CG
Rapaport USA
Adam Martinez, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #155
Samantha T. Martinez, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #146
Isabel Martinez, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #048
Danielle Mascio, CGA
Huntington Gem Lab, LLC dba HGL Certified Jewelry Appraisers
Jesse A. Mason, RJ
Josephs Jewelers
Gwendolynne May, CG
KRD LTD
Jodi A. McCallum, CG
Independent Jewellers Ltd.
David McConnell, CG
The King’s Jewelers
Nicky P. Mehta, RS
Diamond Days Promotions, Inc.
Brooke Melius, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Bryce Melius, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Bjorn S. Merisheki, RS
Roger Dery Gem Design
Sarah Merkling, RJ
Underwood Jewelers
Carmela E. Meulstee, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #151
William Miller, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #080
Brandi Miller, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Mona L. Miller, ICGA
Pacific Gem Lab
Steven R. Miller, CGA
MJ Christensen Diamonds
Heather A. Miller, CSA
Sorg Jewelers
Chrystal Misener, CSA
Jim Kryshak Jewelers Inc.
Stephanie M. Monroe, CSA
Jewelers Mutual Group
Kristen Murin, CG
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry
Sarah Nanasi Russell, CG
Nanasi Enterprises, Inc.
Bryan Nash, CG
Nash Jewellers
Rita Newell, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #289
Libby Newman, CSA
Lewis Jewelers
Amber Rose Nord, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #082
Cara Nygren, CSA
Lewis Jewelers
Anne O’Brien, CG
Kern Jewelers
Mary O’Connor, CSA
State Street Jewelers
Victor Ohanesian, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #025
Jessica Olson, RJ
Maxon Fine Jewelry
Don Overstreet
Overstreet Jewelry, Inc.
Teresa Owens, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler
Karen Oxland, CSA
MJ Harrington & Co.
Alexis Padis, CGA
Padis Jewelry
Kristen Patrick, CSA
Sorg Jewelers
Bradley C. Pear, ICGA
Pacific Gem Lab
Cristalle Pelfrey, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Sarah B. Person, CG
Exclusively Diamonds
Marina Pilibosian, CG
Birmingham Jewelry
Elizabeth Polk, CG
American Gem Society
Laboratories
Chelsea D. Pomeroy, CSA
Mimi et Cie
Leslie Powers, CSA
Helzberg Diamonds #626
Sara Beth Prendeville, CG
Brown & Company Jewelers
Dawn Pressley, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #269
Dror Price, RS
P & M USA, LLC
Berrin Puckett, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #162
Timothy Quinn, RJ
Springer’s Jewelers
Jodi Radtke, CSA
Jim Kryshak Jewelers Inc.
Kiran Ramola, CSA
Knar Jewellery
Amber Rank, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Amy S. Rausch, CGA
Mountz Jewelers
Randolph E. Reider, CG
Garwood’s Jewelers
Debra S. Reider, CG
Garwood’s Jewelers
Boz Renninger, CSA
Calhoun Jewelers
Judy K. Rhynas, CG
Rhynas Jewelers
Kenneth R. Rhynas, RJ
Rhynas Jewelers
Denise L. Richards, CGA
Underwood Jewelers
Michael Richards, CG
Underwood Jewelers
Bradley Risen, CG
Josephs Jewelers
Deanna M. Roberts, RJ
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Alan W. Rodriguez, CGA
House of Stones
Leonardo A. Rodriguez, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #219
Charles C. Root, CG
Form To Feeling
Linda C. Ross, CSA
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry
Gary W. Rubel, CGA
Fredric H. Rubel Jewelers
Joy D. Rudkin, RJ
Christensen & Rafferty Fine Jewelry
Kimberly A. Russell, RJ
Frank Adams Jewelers, Inc.
Alexander R. Rysman, CG
Romm Diamonds
Gladys R. Rysman, RJ
Romm Diamonds
Rebecca Sampson, RJ
Hobbs Jewelers, Inc.
Marielle Sarginson, CG
The King’s Jewelers
Kaori Sawyer, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #063
Charles R. Scanlan, CGA
Pierce Jewelers
Richard Schmidt, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #139
Susan D. Schoon, CSA
Roth Jewelers
Patricia A. Schrag, CG
Gemstone Jewelers, Inc.
Janette Seibert, CGA
Jack Seibert, Goldsmith & Jeweler
Shaquat Shafaat, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #170
Salim Y. Shamy, CSA
Bromberg & Company, Inc.
Andrea J. Sharp, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #197
Tricia Sharp, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Katherine E. Shay, CG
Scott & Co. Fine Jewelers
James C. Shick, CG
Kern Jewelers
Hiroko Shirai, CG
Ben Bridge Jeweler #040
Igor Sirochinsky, CSA
Venus Jewelers
Courtney Sivard, CSA
B.C. Clark, Inc.
Stephanie Sowder, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Dawn Sperling, CSA
Grandis Jewellers
Adam Steel, CG
Steel’s Jewelry
Pam Steinke, CSA
Lasker Jewelers
Wendy M. Stevens, CSA
Grandis Jewellers
Mark Stoe, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #135
Aaron Sturges-Melby, RJ
Melby’s Jewelers
Carol K. Sturhahn, CSA
Sturhahn Jewelers
Joshua Summers, CSA
Orin Jewelers, Inc.
David R. Swanson, CGA
Swanson Jewelers, Inc.
Sarah Thomas, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #162
Wendy D. Thymian, CSA
Wimmer’s Diamonds
Diane Toapanta, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Ethan Toon, CSA
Jewelry Studio
Joann Tracy, RJ
Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry
Sarah Trott, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Tonia L. Ulsh, CGA
Mountz Jewelers
Mary L. Utoft, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #333
Linh T. Van, RJ
Ben Bridge Jeweler #002
Samantha Van Thiel, CSA
Jewelers Mutual Group
Louise VanSlyke, CSA
Olufson Designs
Samuel F. Varney III, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Kurt J. Viehbeck, CG
Goldsmith Jewelers, Inc.
Tina R. Vourliotis, CSA
Goldsmith Jewelers, Inc.
Lauri A. Wagner, CSA
Reimer Jewelers, Inc.
Madison Webster, CSA
Peter & Co. Jewelers
Stephen Webster, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds
Dina M. Wederski, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #080
Jennifer Wendland, CSA
Exclusively Diamonds
Holly Wesche, CG
Wesche Jewelers
Michael West, CGA
R.F. Moeller Jeweler
Richard K. Westphal, CG
R. Westphal Jeweler/Gemologist
Olivia Whitby, CSA
Byard F. Brogan, Inc.
Debbie Whitman, CSA
Jeweler’s Touch
Sandi Wilder, CSA
Knar Jewelery
Matthew H. Wilson, CG
Wilson & Son Jewelers
Brian K. Wilson, CGA
Royal Diadem
Michael M. Wilson, CG
Wilson & Son Jewelers
Heather Wood, CSA
C. A. Schnack Jewelry Co.
Angela Woodward, RJ
Helzberg Diamonds #311
Joan Worth, CSA
Morrison Smith Jewelers
Lezhi Wu, RJ
Christensen & Rafferty Fine Jewelry
Madison Wycoff, CSA
Fox Fine Jewelry
The American Gem Society (AGS) will send an email and letter to the addresses we have listed for you. In addition, we will continue to communicate with you throughout the recertification period.
Please contact us if you have not received notification about your recertification exam by July 15, 2022.
You can download the abstracts as a PDF by clicking here.
To take the exam, click here to log into AGS PRO. View a helpful video tutorial here to guide you through the process.
You’ll find the recertification exam in the “My Courses” section of your AGS PRO dashboard or by selecting “My Learning” from the left menu.
You may be logged into your firm’s account instead of your individual account. Please use the login credentials provided in the recertification communications you received, or click here to reset your credentials.
Did you recently earn your title? Titles earned on or after December 1, 2021, do not need to take the 2022 recertification. Instead, you’ll take your first recertification in 2023.
If you still don’t see the exam, contact us.
Our team has created a video tutorial for you! Please click here to watch.
Titleholders and designees attached to member firms will be billed an annual recertification fee upon launch of the recertification exam. Invoices are billed to the firm once the recertification period opens. This ensures your firm only supports titleholders and designees who are qualified to carry their credentials upon completing their recertification exam.
If payment for the recertification fee invoice is not received within the 62-day grace period, the individual’s title or designation may not be renewed.
We apologize for the inconvenience! Sometimes when there’s a large number of people trying to access the exam at once, you may receive an error message. Please log out and try again in 10 minutes. If the problem persists, contact us.
If you have an emergency or a medical reason that won’t allow you to complete the recertification exam during that time, please contact us by August 15, 2022, to discuss an alternate timeline.
We understand that focusing on your business is your priority. Our hope is that the current timeframe allows enough time for you to complete the recertification exam. If you cannot complete the exam, it may result in the non-renewal of your title, which may affect milestones and your firm’s membership status.
Individuals are able to reinstate their titles as outlined in the AGS Membership Manual, “Reinstatement of Titles.” However, this may require additional education to be completed, including the AGS Way Course, previous outstanding recertification exams, and additional fees.
When a firm member loses its last titleholder, it will have two (2) years to employ a titleholder. If the firm is unable to complete this, it may result in the loss of membership.
You will have to reinstate your title as outlined in the AGS Membership Manual, “Reinstatement of Titles.” This may require additional education to be completed, including the AGS Way Course, previous outstanding recertification exams, and additional fees. Contact us when you’re ready to reinstate!
The recertification exam is open book, so you can reference the abstracts provided. If you don’t pass the first time, you may retake it before the deadline. A passing score on the exam is a 75%.
Yes, recertification of your AGS title or designation is what sets it apart as a true professional credential! The recertification exam is also an excellent resource for ongoing professional development.
All active AGS titleholders and designees who have earned their title or designation before December 1, 2021, are required to recertify.
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