Certified Floodplain Manager Information
BACKGROUND AND EXAM INFORMATION
The Association of State Floodplain Managers has established a national program for certifying floodplain managers. This program recognizes continuing education and professional development that enhances the knowledge and performance of local, state, federal and private-sector floodplain management professionals.
The role of the nation's floodplain managers is expanding due to increases in disaster losses, the emphasis on mitigation to alleviate the cycle of damage-rebuild-damage, and a recognized need for professionals to adequately address these issues. This certification program will lay the foundation for ensuring that highly qualified individuals are available to meet the challenge of breaking the damage cycle and stopping its negative drain on the nation's human, financial and natural resources.
The Certified Floodplain Managers Exam is offered through a computerized exam which can be taken at home/office or at a testing center.
To prepare for and register for the exam click here to be taken to the ASFPM website.
RENEWING YOUR CERTIFICATION
Certifications awarded by the ASFPM can be valid indefinitely and will remain in effect for a two year period. At the end of two years, each CFM must submit a renewal application, and CEC documentation to ASFPM and enclose the appropriate renewal fee. When these conditions are met, a two-year renewal will be issued.
The CFM biennial (every two years) renewal requirements are:
- Submittal of renewal application;
- Submittal of renewal fee;
- Submittal of proof of 16 CECs within the previous 24 months.
For more information on Certification Maintenance and Renewal click here
LOUISIANA CERTFIED FLOODPLAIN MANAGERS
To see a list of current Certified Floodplain Managers in Louisiana please click here.
