Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection

Community Association Manager - Continuing Education

Hours Required 16 credit hours every two years

Timeline for Completion

NOTE: The first round of Continuing Education will not be due until the January 2025 renewal, meaning CE must be completed by October 31, 2024.

All continuing education (CE) hours must be completed Between November 1 and October 31 every two years. Note: This CE completion deadline is 3 months before the renewal deadline. CE is not required to be completed before the first renewal.

Proof of Completion

All credential holders must attest to the completion of their required continuing education (CE) as part of the renewal process. Certificates of completion and other related records should be retained by the credential holder for at least four (4) years in case of audit by the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP).

Course Requirements

Courses must be offered by the CT Chapter of the Community Associations Institute 

Alternatively, credential holders may submit an alternate course for review at least 90 days before the end of the CE cycle.

Courses Available

See the CT Chapter of the Community Associations Institute

Failure to Complete

Failure to complete the required continuing education requirements may subject the licensee to civil fines and the revocation or suspension of their license. 

Waivers/Exemptions

For reason of health, military service, or other individual hardship, the Connecticut Real Estate Commission may, in its discretion, exempt a community association manager from continuing education requirements if the community association manager otherwise meets all renewal requirements. The request must be made at least 90 days before renewal.

request a hardship waiver 

Contact

For questions, please email dcp.continuingeducation@ct.gov

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Why is the continuing education (CE) completion deadline earlier than the renewal deadline?

A. As the renewal period begins well before the expiration date, the 3-month offset ensures that all required CE is completed before the renewal period begins.