As a community association manager, you encounter situations and challenges not typically experienced by commercial property managers.  The specialized needs of community associations make community association management a field of expertise that the larger business community recognizes.

There are a number of classes available to help you with your professional development.  Successful completion of these courses and passing proficiency tests will earn you designations that help others recognize your skills and knowledge.

Below are links to some of the most frequently asked questions on professional designations:

CMCA (Certified Manager of Community Associations)

1.   How do I earn my CMCA?

AMS (Association Management Specialist)

1.  How do I earn my AMS?

2.  How do I maintain my designation?

PCAM (Professional Community Association Manager)

1.  How do I earn my PCAM?

2.  How to I maintain my designation? (PCAM has special recertification requirements; see below)

     Forms: (You'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF files)
     PCAM Application
     PCAM Redesignation Form 
     PCAM Reinstatement Form