For decades, the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Certification Program has been a driving force in advancing emergency management as a profession.
The IAEM Certification Program sets the standard for excellence in emergency management, providing professionals with a recognized credential that demonstrates their expertise and commitment to the profession. Explore our purpose and scope to learn how this certification can support your professional growth and industry leadership.
Purpose The Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) certification acknowledges individuals who have demonstrated fundamental knowledge of emergency management and who have made an emerging commitment to their development within the profession.
Scope The AEM certification is globally relevant and recognized, and earned by individuals who have demonstrated foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities in the core competencies of the emergency management profession.
Purpose The Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential represents a standard of excellence in emergency management worldwide. It is earned by individuals who have demonstrated competency in emergency management through experience, professional development, and ongoing contributions to the field, underscoring their commitment to continuous learning and advancement within the profession.
Scope The CEM certification is intended for experienced emergency management professionals in all sectors, including but not limited to government, healthcare, education, uniformed services, and private industries. The CEM certification is globally relevant and recognized, earned by individuals who demonstrate proficiency in professional disciplines related to disaster and emergency management.
Each year, professionals achieve the AEM and CEM designations, demonstrating their expertise and commitment to excellence. Explore the annual certification numbers below.
1993: 211
2000: 30
2007: 85
2014: 179
2021: 240
1994: 166
2001: 33
2008: 155
2015: 189
2022: 317
1995: 175
2002: 31
2009: 162
2016: 203
2023: 302
1996: 62
2003: 22
2010: 178
2017: 177
2024: 269
1997: 38
2004: 48
2011: 124
2018: 184
1998: 71
2005: 50
2012: 183
2019: 196
1999: 21
2006: 76
2013: 165
2020: 171
The Certification Program not only validates expertise but has also influenced the evolution of industry standards. From its inception to today, IAEM has continuously refined its standards to recognize the best in the profession.
Review the graphic below for key milestones, historical developments, and the evolution of our two prestigious and globally recognized designations.
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Contact IAEM at certificationinfo@iaem.com for support throughout your certification journey.