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Certified Contract Management Associate (CCMA)

An entry-level certification based on the ANSI-Approved Contract Management Standard™ to help new professionals and decision-makers demonstrate essential contract management knowledge.

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Why Pursue the CCMA?

The CCMA certification verifies proficiency in the Contract Management Standard™ Third Edition and provides a strong steppingstone for a successful career in contract management. It’s a practical credential to help you build foundational skills and confidently navigate today’s contracting landscape.

Who Should Pursue the CCMA?

If you’re new to the contract management profession, this certification is an ideal starting point. If you’ve already prepared based on CMS v3, consider the Commercial and Contract Management Associate certification instead.

Professionals with a 4-year degree and less than one year of contract management experience
Buyers and sellers with at least one year of experience but without a degree
Those interested in understanding how buyer and seller actions impact each other
Anyone seeking a foundation in the contract life cycle

Eligibility Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree OR one year of work experience in contract management or a related field
International degrees must be evaluated by a third party such as WES, Scholaro, GCS, Info Check USA, or SpanTran
Minimum of 40 CPE/CLP hours (see CPE Guide for details)

CCMA Handbook

The handbook guides you through key policies and procedures to:

Apply for the CCMA certification
Obtain your CCMA certification

It also explains the structure and content of the exam. All applicants are required to read the entire handbook.

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Certification Prep

There are two different ways to help you prepare for the legacy Certified Contract Management Associate™ (CCMA) Certification.

CCMA Online Prep Course

Member $345 | Non-Member $445

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Course + Application Bundle
Member $435 | Non-Member $740

Course + Membership Bundle
$515

Course + Membership + Application Bundle
$605

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CCMA Practice Exam

Member Price $100 | Non-Member $125

*CCMA Practice Exam is included in the CCMA prep course. The practice exam is not the same as the CCMA Certification Exam.

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Application Process & Fees

Submit your online application by March 31, 2026, including:

College/university transcripts (if applicable)
Work experience documentation (CV, resume, or employer records)
Proof of at least 40 CPE/CLP hours
Application fee: $90 (NCMA members), $295 (nonmembers)

Applications are reviewed within 15 business days. Approved candidates have one year and three attempts to pass the exam.

NCMA Membership is NOT required to apply, obtain, or maintain certification
After March 31, 2026, CCMA applications will close; candidates must transition to the Commercial and Contract Management Associate certification

How to Access Your Application

Log into your NCMA profile and select Certification from the left-hand menu
Choose one of the following:
- Click “New Application” for the certification you’re applying for
- If updating an existing certification, click it in the menu
Follow the tabs and instructions to complete your application

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Exam Process & Fees

Exams are scheduled through Kryterion. You select date, time, and location based on your zip code. Exam fees: $135 (U.S./Canada), $160 (International). Retests incur the same fee. Rescheduling within 72 hours: $100 (domestic) / $130 (international).

Recertification

At the end of your 3-year certification cycle, you will transition to the Commercial and Contract Management Associate certification. Learn more about recertification requirements.