Read the Handbook for Candidates in its entirety to make sure you have all of the information that you need to determine if you are eligible to sit for the exam.
The CMC Certification Examination application must be completed online.
Step 1 – Complete Application and Upload Required Documents
Go to www.ptcny.com/clients/naccm to view examination testing windows, application deadline, and link to the online application. Complete the online application and upload required documentation. You must complete the examination application in full, using your name exactly as it appears on your current government issued photo ID such as a driver’s license or a passport. Applications are not considered complete until all information has been provided. The completed application, with all required documentation, can be submitted and paid for online. Retain the link to the application and your login information.
Step 2 – Submit Application for Review and Application Fee
Receive email from PTC stating that your application and payment have been received.
Step 3 – Receive Approval of Application
Receive email from PTC stating that your application has been approved.
Step 4 – Receive Eligibility Notice and Schedule Testing Appointment
Within six (6) weeks prior to the start of the testing period, you will receive an Eligibility Notice from PTC via email. The Eligibility Notice includes an eligibility number and information on how to set up your examination location, date, and time through PSI. Retain this document. A printed copy of the Eligibility Notice must be presented along with your current government-issued photo identification, such as driver’s license or passport at the testing center at the time of your examination appointment.
Eligibility
This eligibility chart is provided for convenience. For complete information and eligibility criteria read the Handbook for Candidates.
Supervised care management work experience must begin after earning the degree applicant is using to qualify.
NACCM bases eligibility requirements on a combination of education, supervised care management experience, and additional direct client contact. Care management experience MUST include all FOUR content domains listed below:
- Domain I. Assess and identify client strengths, needs, concerns, and preferences
- Domain II. Establish goals and a plan of care
- Domain III. Initiate, manage, and monitor ongoing execution and outcomes of care plan
- Domain IV. Promote and maintain professional standards in care management and in business practices
All employment experience must be fully satisfied at the time of application deadline.
Internship, preceptor-ship, practicum and volunteer activities are NOT accepted employment/experience.
Supervision/Consultation is defined as individual, group or peer review of performance, use of clinical skills and core care manager functions. Supervision/consultation can be provided by professional colleagues, mentors, clinical supervisors or program managers who are preferably (but not required to be) certified in care management.
Each year of required care management experience must include 50 hours of supervision/consultation.
See our FAQ and Candidate Handbook for more information