Certified Manager [CM] Program

Army IgnitED Approved Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program Management Training and Certification

Verify your ability to Manage and Lead with the Certified Manager Certification.

The Certified Manager (CM®) certification is a professional credentialing program that verifies an individual's ability to manage and potential to lead with a level of competency. CM certification is attained by meeting eligibility requirements for education and experience, and passing a series of three CM assessment exams. Program applicants should have prior work experience, but may or may not hold a management title. Employers look to the CM certification to distinguish candidates for hiring and career advancement.

Individual, Self-Directed Online Study

Enjoy the flexibility of studying individually anytime and anywhere with Vet-Com's self-directed online certification prep. Enrollment is continuous, allowing applicants to apply online and get started right away.

Vet-Com Pre-Register Required at https://www.vet-com.org/pre_enrollment_application

FY 2022 Scheduled Class Dates:

Dec: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31
Jan: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 & 31
Feb: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 & 28
Mar: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30 & 31
Apr: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, & 29
May: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30 & 31
Jun: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29 & 30
Jul: 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28 & 29
Aug: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30 & 31
Sep: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30

The proctored CM exams can be scheduled whenever the applicant is ready to test, allowing individual control over the pace of completion. Additionally, the exams can be taken on any computer with reliable Internet access, eliminating the need to travel to a testing center.


Course Curriculum


  Certified Manager [CM] Program
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Frequently Asked Questions


How long do I have to complete the classes for the Certified Manager [CM] Course?
Four (4) months form the date that you sign-in. Individual classes are required to be completed within that four (4) month period of time. Access to the Certified Manager [CM] Course is twelve (12) months from your start date. You may review any individual class that you have completed at your discretion.
When do I take the Credentialing Exams?
Credentialing Exams will be available to take when all individual classes have been completed with a passing percentage of 85 for each quiz. *Credentialing Exams must be taken and passed within twelve (12) months of your start date.
May I request an extension beyond the 12 month window for access?
No. Vet-Com.org does not have authority to extend access to the Certified Managers [CM] Course. This timeline is in accordance with the credentialing authority standards of conduct and the Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program.
I'm currently an active/guard/reserve duty service member, what qualifications do I need to take the Certified Managers Course?
Achieve the pay grade of E-4/W-1/O-2 and above with 12 months of service remaining at the starting date of the Certified Managers Course.

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