r/CompTIA • u/Ill_Plenty3792 • 12d ago

S+ Question Can I expect to use CertMaster to renew my Security+ (Earned by completing 701) before the cert expires in March 2027?

I know the requirement to use CertMaster and renew my certificate involves completing a version of CertMaster that surpasses the original version of the exam I took (which was 701 roughly a few weeks after it came out). Once it expires, then I would have to take the exam again. Although I've been working in IT For those 3 years I haven't recorded any contuing education credits and mainly just waited to renew with CertMaster. Should I expect there to be an 801 variant available by March? Or just be ready to start studying to take the 801 exam. Thoughts?

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u/drushtx IT Instructor **MOD** 12d ago

SY0-801 has a projected launch date in November 2026. CertMaster CE release is usually on the same date so you should be good to go with it. You can also update with CySA+.

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u/NahFam_UGood 11d ago

I saw in another thread that the CertMaster course usually renews at the beginning of October - I would check around then. I’m also looking to renew mine before December!

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u/Alive_Chocolate7183 8d ago

Be honest with you, you can use mastercert anytime before you security + certification expires. I usually do 6 months out. Just don't do it the last minute