Certified Government Meeting ProfessionalThe Certified Government Meeting Professional designation ("CGMP") is designed for planners and suppliers whose work is governed by the rules and regulations of the federal government. Individuals who have earned their CGMP have obtained the highest designation available that is specifically for government meeting professionals. Explore Online, On-Demand, and In-Person Learning OptionsThe Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP) course is offered in 3 formats – Live (in person), Virtual Synchronous (via Zoom webinar), and On-Demand. You may select your preferred format for the course following registration. To earn your CGMP, you must complete ALL required components of your selected format AND the examination. On Demand FormatThe On Demand format is offered continuously throughout the year. Students may sign up at any time via learn.sgmp.org and proceed with course materials at their own pace. Classes are available a-synchronously as recorded video presentations. Handouts, practice exams, and the certification examination are available in the online course. You will have up to 90 days to complete all components of the course and pass the examination; you will have two attempts to pass the examination. If you are unable to complete the course and pass the examination within 90 days, you will be required to re-enroll in the course. Virtual Synchronous FormatThe Virtual Synchronous format is offered quarterly. Students will register for the course at learn.sgmp.org and will participate in scheduled, synchronous Zoom webinars with a live instructor. Students must attend all days of instruction to be eligible to take the examination. Handouts, practice exams, and the certification examination will be hosted at learn.sgmp.org and may be taken a-synchronously. You will have up to 90 days to complete all components of the course and pass the examination; you will have two attempts to pass the examination. If you are unable to complete the course and pass the examination within 90 days, you will be required to re-enroll in the course. Live In Person FormatThe Live (in person) format is offered 1-2 times each year. Students may sign up for these live offerings via learn.sgmp.org and will participate in scheduled, live (in person) classes. Students must be present for all days of class to be eligible to take the examination. Handouts, practice exams, and the certification examination will be hosted at learn.sgmp.org and may be taken a-synchronously. You will have up to 90 days to complete all components of the course and pass the examination; you will have two attempts to pass the examination. If you are unable to complete the course and pass the examination within 90 days, you will be required to re-enroll in the course. Upcoming Virtual Classes - The next CGMP Virtual Class will be held January 22-24, 2025 via Zoom. Registration will open in December 2024. We will also hold a Virtual Class July 23-24, 2025. Upcoming Live Classes - The Fall 2024 CGMP class will take place on November 18-20, 2024 at the Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn Hotel at 1533 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209 – just three blocks from the Rosslyn metro station (Orange/Silver Line). Register here Course Dates Course Details
In order to take the CGMP Class and exam you must have an active SGMP membership, and at least 12 months full-time experience in the hospitality industry; individuals registering to take the class must have experience in basic meeting and event planning and be familiar with industry terminology. Class participants will need to bring a Wi-Fi enabled laptop to the course. Book at Room at the Sonesta Select Arlington/Rosslyn Booking Code: Call the Hotel at 703-528-2222 and mention the CGMP Training Class In order to take the CGMP Class and exam you must have an active SGMP membership, and at least 12 months full-time experience in the hospitality industry. The CGMP Class is an advanced and government specific class; individuals registering to take the class must have experience in basic meeting and event planning. The CGMP course fee is $649 and includes the course, text, and examination. Learn more about CGMP pricing. In addition to demonstrating your commitment to enhancing your government expertise and to improving the quality of your meetings, earning your CGMP has numerous benefits for your career and for your employer. Benefits to Government Meeting Planners
Benefits to Suppliers
No matter the format, the CGMP class is administered via SGMP's online learning portal. To access our learning portal, login using your regular SGMP login credentials. You MUST be a member of SGMP to register for the CGMP class, so be sure to join SGMP first!
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