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Certification

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Certification Description
MPI's Global Certification in Meeting Management is an elite, intensive-learning opportunity designed for tenured and highly accomplished members of our global meeting industry community who seek career acceleration and advancement and professional recognition. The program offers strategic business education, resulting in the most prestigious designation in the meetings and events industry. Through the Global CMM program, applicants benefit from career-focused courses taught by top-level instructors, experienced industry practitioners and industry leaders.

Certifying Organization
Meeting Professionals International
http://www.mpiweb.org/Home

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Meetings Management Website

Certification Description
Recognized by the DMO industry as its highest educational achievement, CDME is an advanced educational program for veteran and career-minded DMO executives looking for senior-level professional development courses. The focus of the program is on vision, leadership, productivity and the implementation of business strategies.

Certifying Organization
Destination Marketing Association International
www.destinationmarketing.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Destination Marketing Executive Website

Certification Description
The Certified Event Rental Professional (CERP) program is the only certification program specifically created for those in the party and event rental industry. Developed by rental industry experts, it is an in-depth, self-study workbook program for individuals who seek an edge in the party and event rental industry.

Certifying Organization
American Rental Association
http://www.ararental.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Event Rental Professional Website

Certifying Organization
International Festivals & Events Association
http://www.ifea.com/

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Festival and Event Executive Website

Certification Description
The emphasis of this program is on planning international meetings. The requirements for certification are based on professional experience and academic examination.

Certifying Organization
Connected International Meeting Professionals Association
http://cimpa.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Global Meeting Planner Website

Certification Description
The Certified Government Meeting Professional designation ("CGMP") is designed for planners and suppliers whose work is governed by the rules and regulations of the federal government. Individuals who have earned their CGMP have obtained the highest designation available that is specifically for government meeting professionals.

Certifying Organization
Society of Government Meeting Professionals
http://www.sgmp.org/

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Government Meeting Professional Website

Certification Description
In the exhibitions and events industry, the Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM) designation is the premier designation offering a cutting-edge certification for exhibitions and events industry professionals. The CEM designation accommodates short- and long-term career goals with education that can be tailored to meet specific needs and interests. Participants are able to select and develop expertise in nine areas of specialized study in exhibitions and events management.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Exhibitions and Events
http://www.iaee.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No

Certified in Exhibition Management Website

Certification Description
CIMP is a designation awarded by CIMPA to indicate competence in using the tools available on the internet to plan meetings and manage adult learning. You may use the initials CIMP after you complete the requirements, including passing an examination administered by a George Mason University proctor. The same examination can also be taken in over 260 training centers of COMPUSA (you will need to get a code from CIMPA) and designated training centers in other countries.

Certifying Organization
Connected International Meeting Professionals Association
http://cimpa.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Internet Meeting Professional Website

Certification Description
As the premier industry certification, the CMP distinguishes holders as career professionals who have demonstrated a high level of experience, skill and knowledge.

Certifying Organization
Events Industry Council
http://www.eventscouncil.org/index.aspx

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Meeting Professional Website

Certification Description
The CMP is the foremost certification of the meetings, conventions and exhibitions industry; and the program recognizes individuals who have achieved the industry's highest standard of professionalism.

Certifying Organization
Meeting Professionals International
http://www.mpiweb.org/Home

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Meeting Professional Website

Certification Description
People who serve organizations as consultants on meeting procedures.The written examination contains multiple choice, short answer and essay questions on parliamentary procedures covered in Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, The Standard Code of Procedure, and Cannon's Concise Guide to Rules of Order.

Certifying Organization
American Institute of Parliamentarians
https://aipparl.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Parliamentarian Website

Certification Description
As a basic certification, this program assesses knowledge, skills and competencies in organizing meetings and conventions.The requirements for certification are based on professional experience and academic examination.

Certifying Organization
Connected International Meeting Professionals Association
http://cimpa.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Planner of Professional Meetings Website

Certification Description
NACE is continuously developing CPCE to meet the needs of our dynamic industry and encourage professional development of industry professionals. Achievement of the CPCE designation demonstrates expertise in catering and events and is earned by taking a comprehensive examination that covers the core competencies of the industry.

Certifying Organization
National Association for Catering and Events
http://www.nace.net/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Professional in Catering and Events Website

Certification Description
People who serve organizations as consultants on meeting procedures.The oral examination covers the current editions of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, The Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure, Cannon's Concise Guide to Rules of Order, and Parliamentary Opinions II. Additional suggested reading is as follows: Parliamentary Law, Parliamentary Opinions I, Demeter's Manual of Parliamentary Law & Procedure, and Riddick's Rules of Procedure.

Certifying Organization
American Institute of Parliamentarians
https://aipparl.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Professional Parliamentarian Website

Certification Description
The CSEP designation is the hallmark of professional achievement in the special events industry. It is earned through education, performance, experience, and service to the industry, and reflects a commitment to professional conduct and ethics.

Certifying Organization
International Live Events Association
http://www.ileahub.com/ilea-landing

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No

Certified Special Events Professional Website

Certification Description
People who serve organizations as consultants on meeting procedures.

Certifying Organization
American Institute of Parliamentarians
https://aipparl.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Teacher of Parliamentary Procedure Website

Certification Description
Savvy brides-to-be are using the Internet and online chat rooms to research before they book a wedding planner or wedding vendor.
The Wedding Planning Institute now offers The Industry Standard Certification Exam for wedding planners.

Certifying Organization
The Wedding Planning Institute
https://weddingplanninginstitute.com

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Wedding and Event Planner Website

Certification Description
PMI's Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)® credential is a response to project management's increasing growth, complexity and diversity. Globally recognized and demanded, the PMI-SP® fills the need for a specialist role in project scheduling. It recognizes your unique expertise and competence to develop and maintain project schedules, while still possessing baseline knowledge skills in all areas of project management.

Certifying Organization
Project Management Institute
http://www.pmi.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

PMI Scheduling Professional Website

Certification Description
Professional Registered Parliamentarian® status indicates to others that that a member has not only the knowledge, but also the practical skills to successfully deliver parliamentary services. Building on the expertise demonstrated at the Registered Parliamentarian level, the PRP designation shows professional clients that the member can provide quality parliamentary services and has agreed to adhere to the code of ethics adopted by NAP. PRPs are also eligible to participate in the National Association of Parliamentarians' professional referral service.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Parliamentarians
http://www.parliamentarians.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 6 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Professional Registered Parliamentarian Website

Certification Description
Registered Parliamentarian® (RP) status demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of parliamentary procedure and a thorough familiarity with Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised. This knowledge helps RPs provide quality instruction to others learning about parliamentary procedure; enables them to respond quickly and confidently to questions and situations that arise during the conduct of business in the organizations they serve or in which they participate; and allows them to quickly find details or supporting documentation of any parliamentary topic.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Parliamentarians
http://www.parliamentarians.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 6 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Registered Parliamentarian Website

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