Renee, several years ago(1996, 97 and 98, I think) the test was administered 
to people retaking the exam.  At that time, it was then announced,  after 
analysis, that recertifying by exam every 10 years would continue to be 
required.  I have several thoughts.
1. test results from the experimental LCs, recertifying at 10 years were not 
impressive.
2. test results were OK, but the exam is a great money-maker :-( Yes, I'm 
being cynical)
3. I personally feel that recert by cerps is adequate.  Retaking a beginner 
exam  is non productive.  Figuring out a graduated exam would be So 
subjective.

Fortunately I'll be 75 the next time recert time rolls around and I plan to 
sit that one out, I'll be lucky if I can remember my address by then :-) 
Pat in SNJ

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