Certified Court Manager
Elevate your court management career and drive operational excellence.
Invest in your future with a court manager certification
Gain the critical skills and knowledge needed to excel in court management as a Certified Court Manager (CCM). This comprehensive certification program creates a pathway for professional growth, ensuring you're prepared to lead effectively and contribute to efficient court operations. Develop practical tools and strategies to enhance court performance and drive positive change.
Our program helps you:
- Grow core management competencies: Master essential skills in budgeting, caseflow, and workforce management, among others.
- Enhance court performance: Learn proven strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness within your court.
- Advance your career: Earn a recognized credential that demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence.
- Build a pathway to higher certification: CCM is the first step toward becoming a Certified Court Executive (CCE) and applying to the ICM Fellows program.
- Learn from industry experts: Gain valuable insights from experienced court management professionals.
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The CCM is a six-course program that provides a foundation in court management principles in alignment with the National Association for Court Management (NACM) Core Competencies. Courses can be taken as part of a structured, well-rounded certification program or individually to address specific professional development needs.
Purposes & responsibilities of courts
Begin with the fundamentals. This course establishes the essential groundwork for understanding the judicial system and is valuable for court employees of all levels of experience.
Funding options for court management training
We're here to support your professional development and are proud to partner with the State Justice Institute to offer a limited number of scholarships each year. Sending 10 or more of your staff to a course? Contact us to discuss reduced tuition.
Multiple paths to professional growth
We understand busy schedules. That's why we have course delivery options to suit your needs: learn live virtually, attend in-person sessions, or study independently online.
Bring an ICM course directly to your team
These partnerships provide cost-effective professional development and deliver expert-led, cutting-edge education. Partnering organizations benefit from reduced travel and tuition costs and scheduling flexibility. Connect with us to learn more.
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Let us help you achieve your goals. Contact us to learn more about our programs and how to get started.