How to Earn Continuing Education Credits (CEC): Activities and Credit Values

Updated October 2026:

Earn Continuing Education Credits (CEC) to extend F5 Certifications through the following activities. 

• ILT courses - 1.5 credits per hour
• SDT Courses - 1 credit per hour

Future opportunities:

• Webinars - 1 credit per hour
• Exam Development activities
• In-person events

Note: CEC can be used to extend an active F5 Certification for one year, for a maximum of three times. After the third extension, a certification can only be renewed by passing the appropriate certification exam. 

For more information about CEC, read Continuing Education Credits for the F5 Certified program