CCMC

CERTIFICATION

The CCM® exam is currently administered 3 times per year, in April, August and December. 

The online application for the August 2012 CCM exam administration is now open until June 30, 2012. To begin an application or finish an incomplete application, please click here. Please also view the yearly schedule of CCM exams and notification dates on the CCM Exam Application Window and Notification Timeline.

Please download and read the Certification Guide for eligibility requirements and information on how to apply for the CCM exam.

For those already approved to test, download and read the Exam Guide.

RENEWAL

CCM certification is valid for 5 years. Renewal of the CCM credential is currently processed 2 times per year, in May and November. 

The online renewal system for May 2012 renewal is now open. For those with a renewal deadline of May 2012, click here to log into your account, upload CEs and process your renewal. The deadline to have all materials submitted for your renewal is 6/30/12 - however all CEs must be earned by 5/31/12. Please do not mail or fax your CE verification forms. 

For complete information on the renewal process, including how to upload CEs to your online transcript, please download and read the Renewal Guide.

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Board certification is your next step in professional growth and advancement. The CCM credential is the gold standard, demonstrating your knowledge, expertise, skills and ability to practice competently. Board certification encourages accountability and ensures consumer protection is your highest concern. It underscores your ability to work effectively on today’s multi-disciplinary team environment. Find the yearly schedule of CCM exams and notification dates on the CCM Exam Application Window and Notification Timeline, study materials and more about the CCM.

The CCM credential is the oldest and only research-based case manager certification, updated regularly through findings from the Commission’s Role & Functions Study. Eligibility for the exam includes practice-based requirements, as well as passing the Commission’s highly-regarded research-based examination. The peer-developed exam questions are based on well-known research and ensure the exam content is relevant with current practice in the field.

Why reach for board-certification? The Commission offers the board-certified case manager a community committed to high quality, safe, efficient and effective care as well as professional development and advancement opportunities. You demonstrate not only competency and experience, but also an ability to work as a peer in today’s multi-disciplinary team environment. And research shows that employers are increasingly requiring case managers to seek certification.