Professional Designations for Government

FCPM provides a variety of Certification Programs for state, local, and federal governments:
- Certified Public Manager® Program
The Certified Public Manager® (CPM) program is a nationally-recognized, comprehensive training and development program for public sector managers. Today, the CPM program is offered in 38 states and by the federal government. Florida has one of the largest CPM programs in the country, with over 4,000 graduates from over 25 state agencies, 65 local governments, and 15 constitutional officers.
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- Certified Supervisory Manager
The Certified Supervisory Manager (CSM) is a halfway designation, given when a student has completed Levels 1-4 of the CPM Program. Most CSM students intend to complete the CPM Program, although some agencies just send their participants through Levels 1-4.
- Certified District Manager
Since 2006, FCPM has partnered with the Florida Association of Special Districts to deliver and administer the Certified District Manager (CDM) program. This program includes a four-day intensive course, followed by a comprehensive project to improve services in one's Special District.
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