After Effects CS5 ACE Certification ?

Hello.
Not sure if this is the right forum to talk about, but can someone provide accurate information on when will be ready the CS5 Certification or Re-Certification, for After Effects and Premiere?
Right know there are only a few products with available CS5 ACE "Re" and Certication, but the main exams are mostly still on CS4. Is this apparent delay normal, for releasing updated exams?
Thanks for your time, and have a great kickstart 2011 to all.
Regards

It's published on the Adobe official page for the Certification List.
Each test and certification type has its proper value, from 50 dollars to 150 dollars.
I think the prices are fixed, being you a student or not.
Check it on:
http://www.adobe.com/support/certification/exams/
Regards
Nuno Caroço

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