Certified Association Executive

For more than 40 years the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation has been the symbol of excellence in every facet of association management.  Offered through the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), attainment of the CAE credential is recognized as the highest level of excellence and achievement within the field of association management.

Becoming a Certified Association Executive will:

1. Increase your professional knowledge

2. Enhance you career options

3. Instill pride in your professional achievement

4. Demonstrate your commitment to your profession

5. Acknowledge your belief in the practice of association management

Who can apply
Anyone who is employed as a full-time staff member of a trade or professional association and has at least three years of experience as a chief staff officer (or five years total of association management experience) is eligible.  Applicants also must have completed at least 75 hours of broad-based association management-related continuing education/professional development within the past five years.  Candidates for certification must pledge in writing to adhere to the Code of Standards of Conduct and have no felony convictions.

How to apply
Association Executives interested in pursuing certification may request an application packet from CSAE member Dee Scott.  Complete information about the application process, study materials, examination dates, etc., is also available on the ASAE Web site.

How to prepare
The Cincinnati Society of Association Executives periodically conducts a study class for CAE candidates.  Classes meet on a regular schedule determined by participants to work through the CAE Study Guide and review required publications and other pertinent professional literature.  Contact Dee Scott for more information and class schedules.