There is no requirement that managers be certified. However, there is a requirement that managers disclose whether or not they are certified. Professional certifications are offered through the following organizations:

• California Association of Community Managers (CACM)

• Community Associations Institute (CAI)

• Nat'l Board of Certification of Community Assn Mgrs (NBC-CAM)

DESIGNATION		FROM
AAMC	Accredited Association Management Company	CAI
AMS	Association Management Specialist	CAI
CCAM	Certified Community Association Manager	CACM
CMCA	Certified Manager of Community Associations	NBC-CAM
LSM	Large-Scale Manager	CAI
PCAM	Professional Community Association Manager	CAI
CPM	Certified Property Manager	IREM