Essential Tools for AEM & CEM Certification Success This page provides a comprehensive set of resources, tools, and guides to help applicants successfully complete the application process.
Applicant Portal – Submit and track your application online.
Applicant Guidebook (4/8/25) – The Applicant Guidebook complements the certification/recertification application and outlines acceptable ways to meet each requirement, plus a list of required documentation.
Applicant Portal Guidebook Instructions – Information for navigating the Applicant Portal.
Sample Training Allocation Chart (TAC) – The TAC was developed as a resource for Commissioners and applicants to categorize training that the Commission has evaluated. The TACs are not an exhaustive list of training that could meet training requirements. Subject areas and training courses not shown may be acceptable if the applicant provides the appropriate documentation. Details on this required documentation are in the Applicant Guidebook.
Certification Change Log – Captures changes to the USA Sample Training Allocation Chart and is the source for ensuring all submitted documentation complies with the most recent version of the Applicant Guidebook. Applicants are responsible for ensuring they have checked the change log before submission of application materials.
Uniformed Services Guides – Tailored guides to assist members of the U.S. Uniformed Services in achieving the AEM or CEM certifications. These guides provide branch-specific guidance, aligning military experience and training with IAEM certification requirements.
Certification Exam Blueprint– Breakdown of exam content areas and weights.
AEM/CEM Exam Resource List – Official references used for exam questions.
Online Exam Prep Course (Self-Paced) – Study anytime, anywhere through MindEdge Learning.
Live Exam Prep Courses – Instructor-led training sessions to review exam content and strategies.
Exam Request Form – Submit your request to schedule an exam.
Exam Request Form Guide – Steps for navigating the online exam request form for completing the Exam Request Form.
Featured Mentor List – Connect with an experienced AEM/CEM mentor.
Mentor Request Form – For qualified individuals to submit to IAEM Headquarters to get approved to mentor AEM/CEM applicants.
Professional Ethics and Conduct Guide – Learn about ethical conduct requirements.
ADA Policy for Certification – Information on accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
FEMA Competencies for Emergency Management – The FEMA Emergency Management Core Competencies serve as a foundational framework for the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required for emergency management professionals. Aligns with the Exam Blueprint (i.e., Risk and Crisis Management, Incident Management and Coordination, Emergency Planning and Preparedness, Disaster Response and Recovery Operations, and Leadership and Organizational Management.)
Contact IAEM at certificationinfo@iaem.com.