Eligibility at a Glance

Certification

CCM Board-Certified Case Manager

Join the over 50,000 professionals who have chosen case management certification through the nation’s largest credentialing organization.

Exam Application Dates:
March 1 - May 31, 2026
Renewal Application Dates:
March 1 - May 31, 2026

Eligibility at a Glance

ELIGIBILITY AT A GLANCE

Review the entire Certification Guide to determine if you are eligible to take the exam.

Qualify with ONE of the Following Education Categories

 LICENSE  DEGREE CERTIFICATION
  • Examples: RN, LCSW, Rx
  • This is NOT a conclusive list of licenses and certifications.
  • Baccalaureate or Master's degree from an accredited institution, in a Health or Human Services field
  • Examples: CRC, CDMS®
  • This is NOT a conclusive list of licenses and certifications.

And ONE of the Following Employment Categories*

12 Months Full-Time Case Management Experience 24 Months Full-Time Case Management Experience 12 Months Full-Time Supervisory Experience
  • Supervised by a CCM®
  • Supervisor does NOT have to be a CCM®
  • As a supervisor of individuals who provide Case Management

*Employment experience MUST meet the conditions outlined under Section 5 of the CCM® Certification Guide

Please note, The Commission™ does NOT require pre-requisite courses or programs to take or prepare for the exam. 

If You Are Self-Employed:

  • The application requires you to list three companies or firms that purchase your services.
  • You will also be asked to include dates of service and billable hours per month.