CAE Program

Certified Association Executive (CAE) Program

Interested in obtaining your CAE? Most of AzSAE’s yearly education programs count for CAE credit. The Certified Association Executive (CAE) program is designed to:

Elevate professional standards
Enhance individual performance
Designate association professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of association management.

Ready to achieve a new level of professional growth and recognition?

The Certified Association Executive (CAE) program is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and designate association professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of association management. Founded in 1960, the CAE program stands as a mark of excellence and has evolved to reflect what it takes to manage an association in today's challenging climate. For more info, including eligibility requirements, deadlines and the application materials, please visit: www.asaecenter.org.

MSAECAE Prep Courses:

Are you ready to take your association management career to new heights?

AzSAE is partnering with Michigan Society of Association Executives to help you earn your CAE designation. The three CAE prep courses offered have the highest pass rates in the nation. Full and Concentrated Prep Courses are virtual and feature application assistance, discussion groups, practice exams, mentoring and recorded calls.

2026 Update: Now is the perfect time to register for both the prep course and the exam!

Course Dates: February 2 – April 20, 2026
Registration Deadline: February 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM (EST)

Ideal For: Candidates familiar with CAE content who want a structured, accelerated prep experience
This 8-week, accelerated format includes weekly group sessions, targeted reading plans, test-taking strategies, and a 200-question simulated final exam — all structured to fit the needs of busy professionals.

In addition to the course deadline,

Exam application deadline for the May 1–14, 2026,
CAE exam window is February 20, 2026.

Learn more on the MSAE website: https://tinyurl.com/RocktheCAE

Use promo code AzSAE-CAE to save 20%!

RESOURCES:

AzSAE CAE Library
Did you know AzSAE also maintains a CAE resource library of books and materials on a variety of association topics for member use? For more information contact our office at (480) 946-0119 or info@azsae.org

CAE Study Resource
https://www.asaecenter.org/programs/cae-certification

AzSAE is a CAE Approved Provider. The program(s) offered meet the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Every program that we offer which qualifies for CAE c

redit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation, and we will maintain records of your participation in accord with CAE policies. For more information about the CAE credential or Approved Provider program, please visit www.asaecenter.org/cae.

Note: AzSAE programs not endorsed, accredited, or affiliated with ASAE or the CAE program. Applicants may use any program that meets eligibility requirements in the specific timeframe towards the exam application or renewal. There are no specific individual courses required as part of the applications – selection of eligible education is up to the applicant based on his/her needs.