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• Press Release: Thirty-Eight Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (posted 23 Sept 2011)
• Press Release: Twelve Emergency Managers Receive the AEMSM Credential (posted 23 Sept 2011)
• CEM News: Updates in Application and Recertification Booklets (22 July 2011) As of July 22, 2011, the CEM®/AEMSM Application booklet and Recertification booklet have been updated to reflect the most recent changes. The new booklets highlight the following updates:
  • A new candidate signature page attesting that candidates have read and understand information published by IAEM.
  • A new tab for the submission binder called “Copy of candidate’s signatures”. Candidates must now include a second copy of the candidate signature page and a second copy of the essay verification statement.
  • Candidates will no longer have the option to have their packet returned after the review.
  • All candidates completing their original certification must include three letters of reference on letterhead.
  • The professional contributions section has been updated to reflect that contributions may be part of a candidate’s job responsibilities except for C. Service Role and D. Leadership Role.
  • The updated booklets are writeable and savable as long as candidates have the full Acrobate Adobe version. It is recommended that candidates test saving this document before completing it in its entirety.
    

• Press Release: Forty-Five Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (posted 11 July 2011)
• Press Release: Five Emergency Managers Receive the AEMSM Credential (posted 11 July 2011)
• Press Release: Sixty-Two Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (posted 25 Mar 2011)
• Press Release: Eleven Emergency Managers Receive the AEMSM Credential (posted 25 Mar 2011)
• CEM News: IAEM Spain Chapter of the Europa Council Provides CEM® Resource Materials in Spanish (10 Feb 2011) The IAEM Spain Chapter, under the leadership of Chapter President José Antonio Aparicio Florido (aparicioflorido@iaem.es), has prepared three CEM®-related documents in the Spanish language: CEM® Requirements, CEM® Presentation, and CEM® Portfolio. The documents were reviewed by IAEM-Europa President Arthur Rabjohn, CEM, Daryl Spiewak, CEM, IAEM-Global Professional Standards Director and CEM® Commissioner, and Tom Greenlee, CEM, IAEM-Global CEM® Commissioner and USA CEM Commission Chair, and are posted as resource materials at the request of President Rabjohn. Please note: These documents are posted on the IAEM website with the intention of translating the official information published in the CEM® Corner and brochures to Spanish for a better understanding of non-English speaking applicants. However, please remember that all application packages must be submitted in English at this time. Download documents here.

• CEM News: IAEM and The Knowledge Foundation are offering a monthly CEM® Webcast Series (07 Jan 2011) Earn CEM® credit toward conference attendance or training requirements. Learn more

• CEM® Commission Announces Deadlines for CEM® Applications Submitted in 2011 (14 Dec 2010)
• CEM® News: IAEM-Global Board Announces Changes to the CEM® Application Requirements (06 Dec 2010) Effective immediately, two significant changes in the CEM® application process have taken place.
  • The first change is that “letters of reference” are required in the references section and must be on  official letterhead stationary. Supporting letters in the exercise/experience and professional contributions section must also be on official letterhead stationary.
  • The second significant change is under the professional contributions section: from this point on, professional contributions will be accepted if the contribution is part of the candidate’s normal job functions cited in the job description, except for the “service role” and “leadership role.” This change will help many emergency management practitioners who previously were unable to validate many of their professional contributions because the previous CEM® requirement would not allow the contributions to be counted or validated if the contributions were part of the candidate’s regular job functions. 
• Press Release: Fifty-Nine Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (12 Oct 2010)
• Press Release: Ten Emergency Managers Receive the AEM Credential (12 Oct 2010)
• New Resource! Readiness for CEM®/AEM Application Self-Assessment (02 Aug 2010) This new resource was approved by the CEM® Commission for use as a self-assessment tool by potential CEM®/AEM candidates.
• Updated CEM®/AEM Study Guide (22 July 2010)
• Press Release: Forty Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (June 2010)
• Press Release: Ten Emergency Managers Receive the AEM Credential (June 2010)
• Updated: CEM®/AEM Recertification Booklet (28 May 2010)
• News: IAEM Issues RFP for CEM®/AEM Web-Based Application (07 May 2010) IAEM has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for for the design, development, hosting and maintenance of an online portfolio application system or for consulting services to navigate existing Web-based applications and find the right solution to improve CEM® application. Proposals must be received no later than June 4, 2010. Download the RFP here for background, guidelines, and submission process.
• Updated: CEM®/AEM Brochure (20 Apr 2010)

• News: CEM® Corner Reorganization (15 Apr 2010) The CEM® Corner section of the IAEM Web site has been updated and reorganized. The CEM® Corner is a resource section for emergency management practitioners who are pursuing their Certified Emergency Manager® (CEM®) or Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) credential. Please see the new CEM® Corner index page here.
• Press Release: Thirty Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (Apr 2010)
• Press Release: Six Emergency Managers Receive the AEM Credential (Apr 2010)
• News: 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 AEM 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.
• Press Release: Forty-six Emergency Managers Receive the CEM® Credential (Feb 2010)
• Press Release: Seventeen Emergency Managers Receive the AEM Credential (Feb 2010)
• Correction: Error Regarding CEM Corner in January 2010 IAEM Bulletin (15 Jan 2010) Page 4 of the Jan. 2010 IAEM Bulletin contained an error regarding the FEMA PDS Completion Certificate being accepted for an Awards or Special Recognition Contribution for the CEM® credential. The CEM® Commission ruled that the FEMA PDS Completion Certificate is acceptable for the training requirement, but not for any of the contributions to the profession requirement. We regret the error. The online version has been corrected. You may download it here in members only.
• News: CEM® Acceptance of Experience in Lieu of Degree Extended for Non-U.S. CEM® Applicants (21 Dec 2009) The IAEM Board of Directors has extended the time frame for non-U.S. applicants without a 4-year baccalaureate degree to be eligible for the CEM®.  These candidates may still substitute additional years of experience for formal education until 1 January 2014.  For U.S. applicants beginning 1 January 2010, the program requires a 4-year baccalaureate degree to satisfy the Education requirement. Other requirements include Experience, References, Training, Professional Contributions, a Management Essay, and an Examination.
• Updated Sample Training Allocations Chart (15 Dec 2009)

• News Release: Emergency Managers Receive CEM® Credential (26 Oct 2009)

• News Release: Emergency Managers Receive AEM Credential (26 Oct 2009)

• IAEM Members in Councils Outside the United States Can Obtain IAEM Sponsorship to Take FEMA/EMI Online Independent Study Courses (07 Apr 2009)

• Veterans Administration GI Bill Program Will Reimburse Eligible Service Personnel for IAEM Certified Emergency Manager® (CEM®) Program Costs (07 Apr 2009)