MECH	RECERTIFICATION
	MECH is establishing increasing accountability for the Mechanic Evaluation and Certification for Healthcare (MECH) program. This is being accomplished through the recent revision of the certification test to reflect changes in technology and responsibilities of healthcare mechanics. MECH is also requiring that all Certified and Senior Certified mechanics renew their certification through education and training. The reason for recertification is to enhance and document professional growth for every Certified Healthcare Mechanic. The recertification program establishes a formalized system of continual recognition for Healthcare Mechanics. Recertification requirements of other certification programs are more stringent and require such things as CEU’s (Continuing Education Units), specific training courses offered by the certifying organization and more. MECH has instead, developed a recertification process that is easy to attain while elevating and enhancing the stature of every MECH Certified Mechanic.
Recertification Process Recertification Q & A Recertification Form	Background In September of 2006, a new certification test was published which requires all mechanics that have taken the new Certified and Senior Certified Mechanic to recertify 5 years from their certificate anniversary date. All formerly certified mechanics are being asked to recertify and demonstrate their participation in training and updates that are part of their occupation. Certified mechanics should remember that once they can demonstrate 4 years of service as a healthcare mechanic, they are eligible to take the Senior Certified mechanic test. Recertification Recertification can be accomplished in one of two ways: 1) Prior to your expiration date, take the certification test again (pay the current test fee at that time) and meet the cut-score requirement. 2) Or, document a total of 30 hours of training over a 5 year recertification period by maintaining a minimum of 6 hours of training per year, verified by the Facilities Manager in writing, and pay the current recertification fee at that time (please review the Recertification Process).
Recertification Registration	Register for Recertification Now! Take advantage of the promotional program stated in your recertification letter and click on this link to go to the Recertification Registration page!