CMCA 2026 (Certified Manager of Community Associations)

The CMCA certification is administered by the Community Association Managers International Certification Board (CAMICB). It demonstrates professionalism and proficiency in managing condominiums, homeowner associations, and cooperatives. Earning your CMCA designation opens doors to higher salary potential and career advancement.

Community association managers who also oversee rural or agricultural properties may find it useful to study for the AFM practice test, which covers land valuation, budgeting, and operational planning relevant to mixed-use HOA portfolios.

If your CMCA role involves coordinating vendor teams and board projects on tight timelines, the CAPM practice test reinforces scheduling, risk, and stakeholder management fundamentals that transfer directly to association work.

• Topics: Operating budgets, replacement funds.
• Questions: ~19 questions on the exam.

Many property management companies will pay for your CMCA certification cost and the M-100 course, as having certified managers adds value to their firm. Always ask your employer about reimbursement options.

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To maintain your CMCA designation, ensure you complete your 16 hours of continuing education on time. Many webinars and industry conferences count toward this requirement.