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CEM®/AEMSM Examination preparatory CourseS

and CEM®/AEMSM exam offerings

The preparatory course includes:  Review of CEM® program requirements (experience, education, professional contributions and more); explanation of the AEMSM program requirements; application procedures; tips for successful program completion; an overview of the CEM®/AEMSM exam; the standards upon which the exam is based; sample exam questions; and a Q&A period. Please come prepare to ask specific questions related to the program and/or to your personal credentials submission.

• Purpose: To relieve exam anxiety, NOT to teach emergency management principles.
• How: Discuss the CEM®/AEMSM exam mechanics; facilitate an interactive discussion of emergency management principles; cross-walk through practice exam questions.

CEM®/AEMSM Prep Course (4 hours):
Schedule | What's Included | Who Should Attend

CEM® Overview (1 hour): On-Demand Webinar

Schedule of Upcoming CEM®/AEMSM Exam Prep Courses

and/or CEM®/AEMSM Exam Offerings:

(minimum of 10 registrants required)

Note: Register online here.

ANNOUNCEMENT: IAEM-USA Council Credit Card Processing Fee

Effective May 1, 2012, there will be a 4% processing fee applied to all credit card payments for individuals within the United States. Questions? Email info@iaem.com.

Example: For a basic conference registration fee for U.S. members, the amount would be $468 if paying by credit card, but a lesser amount of $450 if paying by cash, check or PayPal.

IDCE 2013, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA, USA - Jan. 10, 2013

• This CEM offering is held in conjunction with the 2013 International Disaster Conference & Expo (IDCE).
• CEM®/AEMSM Preparatory Course, Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
• Cost: $495 USD (does not include the CEM®/AEMSM exam)
• CEM®/AEMSM Exam, Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
• Cost: Certification application fee must be paid prior to sitting for the exam ($325 USD IAEM members; $450 USD non-members). Click here to submit payment for certification application fee.  
• PLUS you must also register to sit for the exam. Register online here OR download a registration form here.
• Registration deadline has been extended to Jan. 2, 2013.

CEM® Exam, Brier WA, USA - Jan. 24, 2013

• CEM®/AEMSM Exam, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
• Cost: Certification application fee must be paid prior to sitting for the exam ($325 USD IAEM members; $450 USD non-members). Click here to submit payment for certification application fee.  
• PLUS you must also register to sit for the exam. Register online here OR download a registration form here.
• Proctor: Lyn Gross, CEM.
• Registration deadline is Jan. 14, 2013.

EMS Today, Washington, DC, USA - Mar. 6, 2013

• This CEM offering is held in conjunction with EMS Today.
• CEM®/AEMSM Preparatory Course, Wednesday, Mar. 6, 2013, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• Cost: $495 USD (does not include the CEM®/AEMSM exam)
• CEM®/AEMSM Exam, Wednesday, Mar. 6, 2013, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
• Cost: Certification application fee must be paid prior to sitting for the exam ($325 USD IAEM members; $450 USD non-members). Click here to submit payment for certification application fee.  
• PLUS you must also register to sit for the exam. Register online here OR download a registration form here.
• Proctor: To be determined.
• Registration deadline is Feb. 17, 2013.

Gulf States Hurricane Conference, New Orleans, LA, USA - June 10, 2013

• This CEM offering is held in conjunction with the 2013 Gulf States Hurricane Conference.
• CEM®/AEMSM Preparatory Course, Monday, June 10, 2013, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• Cost: $495 USD (does not include the CEM®/AEMSM exam)
• CEM®/AEMSM Exam, Monday, June 10, 2013, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
• Cost: Certification application fee must be paid prior to sitting for the exam ($325 USD IAEM members; $450 USD non-members). Click here to submit payment for certification application fee.  
• PLUS you must also register to sit for the exam. Register online here OR download a registration form here.
• Registration deadline is May 24, 2013.

CEM®/AEMSM Preparatory Course Webinar On-Demand

• Available anytime! Watch at your convenience – 4 hours in duration (can be watched in multiple sittings) .
• Instructor: Daryl Spiewak, CEM, IAEM Global Professional Standards Director and CEM® Commissioner.
• Cost: $400.00.
• Register online here.  

  IAEM offers the CEM®/AEMSM Exam Preparatory Course, which includes:

• Review of Certified Emergency Manager® program requirements (experience, education, professional contributions and more);
• Application procedures;
• Tips for successful program completion;
• Overview of the CEM®/AEMSM exam;
• Standards upon which the CEM®/AEMSM exam is based;
• Sample CEM®/AEMSM exam questions; and
• A Q&A period. 

Who should attend?

• The CEM®/AEMSM Exam Prep Course is intended for professional emergency managers interested in obtaining the Certified Emergency Manager (CEM®) designation.
• A Certified Emergency Manager is an individual who possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities to effectively manage a comprehensive disaster/emergency management program.
• That program can be in, but is not limited to, government, business and industry, military, health care or educational institutions.

IAEM Now Offers the CEM® Overview as an On-Demand Webinar

— Introductory rate of $50

(15 Mar 2010) Those interested in obtaining their CEM® or AEMSM designation would benefit from this hour-long overview of the CEM® program and application process. This webinar provides an abundance of information in the areas of certification basics, requirements and application pitfalls. After participating in the webinar, all prospective applicants will have a much broader idea of what is expected to receive the CEM® designation. This webinar is offered on-demand, and can be watched at any time to better fit into the busy emergency manager’s schedule. Register online here.