IPOMS

When do I get a certificate?
Certificates are issued when the following events occur:

• An individual passes the Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM) exam
• An individual becomes CPIM-, CFPIM-, or CSCP-certified
• An individual's certification maintenance is processed (all certifications)
• An individual becomes lifetime-certified (all certifications)

Where will my certificate be sent?
Where your certificate will be sent depends on what type of certificate you are receiving and where you tested.

• BSCM, CPIM, and CSCP certificates (including replacement certificates)
  • Certificates for candidates who tested in North America (US, Canada, or Mexico) are sent to the candidate's preferred mailing address as listed in the APICS database.
  • Certificates for candidates who tested outside of North America are sent to the candidate's Certification Administrator. The Certification Administrators are responsible for distributing the certificates to their candidates.
• Certification maintenance and Lifetime certificates (including replacement certificates) are sent directly to the certified individual's preferred mailing address as listed in the APICS database.

How long will it take for me to receive my certificate?
Original certificates typically are mailed within 4 to 6 weeks of the request. Requests are submitted to APICS's printing partner once a week and will include all certificates for events that occurred within that week. Note that certificates for paper and pencil exams are not requested until the exam scores are received from the testing vendor, which is usually 4 to 6 weeks from the exam date. Scores for candidates who took computer-based exams through Pearson VUE are received by APICS the week after the exam date.

My name was misspelled on my certificate. What do I do?
The names printed on the certificates appear exactly as they are listed in the APICS database. If the misspelling is due to an APICS typographical error we will replace it at no charge. If it is not due to an APICS typographical error, then you will have to inform APICS of the correct spelling of the name and then request a duplicate certificate. Duplicate certificates can be issued for a fee of $20 USD per certificate. Please complete the Duplicate Certificate Request Form and submit it with payment to the APICS Certification Department. Your certificate will be sent within 4 to 6 weeks of the date the request is received. This policy applies also to candidates who are listed in the APICS database under a nickname and now want their full legal name printed on the certificate.

My certificate was lost or destroyed. How do I obtain a duplicate?
Duplicate certificates can be issued for a fee of $20 USD per certificate. Please complete the Duplicate Certificate Request Form and submit it with payment to the APICS Certification Department. Your certificate will be sent within 2 to 3 weeks of the date the request is received.

I was originally certified under a different name. How do I get my certificate to reflect my current name?
Certificates are printed using the name that appears in the APICS database at the time the event occurs. If you would like a new certificate printed with a different name, contact APICS Customer Service (email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 773/867-1777) to have your name updated. You can then request a duplicate certificate for a fee of $20 USD per certificate. Please complete the Duplicate Certificate Request Form and submit it with payment to the APICS Certification Department. Your certificate will be sent within 2 to 3 weeks of the date the request is received.

I was certified in the past but my certification is now suspended due to non-maintenance. Can I receive a duplicate certificate?
Because APICS CPIM/CFPIM and CSCP certificates only contain the original date of certification, duplicate certificates can only be issued to individuals whose certification is current. We feel that to issue a duplicate certificate to someone whose certification is suspended is misleading to the individual as it could imply that the certification is current. However, APICS Certification can provide a letter confirming that you had been certified from X date to Y date. Please send any requests for a certification verification letter to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . If you submit your maintenance information, you can request a duplicate certificate after your certification is reinstated.