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Certified Case Manager (CCM)

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CCM CCMC Case Management Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1You are here

Master care delivery/reimbursement and psychosocial support frameworks.

40
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Phase 2

Strengthen quality/outcomes analytics and core care management process decisions.

42
hours
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Phase 3

Train legal/ethical standards and high-yield mixed clinical-administrative cases.

34
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Phase 4

Run timed simulations and finalize exam-cycle logistics and pacing.

26
hours
Estimated total study time
142 hours
That's about 15 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CCM Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Bachelor's or graduate degree in a health/human services field, or active professional license/certification in an approved discipline
Experience
At least 12 months supervised full-time paid case management experience under a board-certified case manager
Additional Requirements
  • Employment in case management during supervision period
  • Apply during active exam cycle and schedule through Pearson VUE
  • If ineligible or outside cycle requirements, new application and fees apply

CCM Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE (test center or remote proctoring)

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Candidates who do not pass may retake in the next available exam cycle while still in initial eligibility; otherwise a new application is required, and there is no lifetime cap on reapplication attempts.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$195 exam fee
Application Fee$235 non-refundable application fee
Total Estimated Cost$430 initial; $625 with one retake; deferment option $85
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What You'll Study

9 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

CCM Exam Details

Certified Case Manager (CCM)

Administered by Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC)

Official Source
Pass/No Pass (criterion-referenced scaled standard; raw cut score not published)
Passing Score
180
Questions
3
Hours
$430 total (application $235 + exam $195)
Exam Fee
Study time: 100-160 hours
Prerequisites: Current active licensure/certification in a health or human services field (or qualifying degree) plus supervised paid case management employment.
Valid for: 5 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) content outline

Care Management30%

Case management process, assessment, acuity stratification, care planning, coordination, transitions, medication management, cost containment, and care-setting selection.

Reimbursement Methods12%

Healthcare reimbursement systems, payer models, Medicare/Medicaid, TRICARE and VA benefits, coding methodologies, and utilization management.

Psychosocial Concepts and Support Systems20%

Behavioral health, trauma-informed care, abuse and neglect screening, social determinants of health, cultural competency, family dynamics, and counseling.

Quality and Outcomes Evaluation and Measurements10%

Quality metrics, performance improvement, data analytics, accreditation, outcome measurement, and value-based-care impact.

Rehabilitation Concepts and Strategies10%

Post-acute settings, functional assessment, adaptive technology, disability management, and vocational rehabilitation.

Ethical, Legal, and Practice Standards18%

CCMC Code of Professional Conduct, healthcare law, HIPAA, documentation standards, patient advocacy, and scope of practice.

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