NCCCMA is here to support your professional development. Below, you can explore resources and opportunities to guide your career growth and enhance your leadership.

The NCCCMA Professional Development Committee has developed a checklist to provide guidance through your career. This list includes an array of continuing education courses, seminars, certifications, and leadership development programs. The overall goal of completing items in this suggested order is to obtain ICMA Credentialed Manager status. Access the checklist to see recommended offerings. (pdf)

The NCCCMA Professional Development Committee offers scholarship funds to offset the cost of several key professional development opportunities. Read the NCCCMA Professional Development Committee Scholarship application for eligible courses and upcoming deadlines.

ICMA Coaching Program and Career Compass

NCCCMA is proud to be a partnering state association of the ICMA Coaching Program. ICMA offers a suite of coaching programs that are available to NCCCMA members regardless of membership status with ICMA. Visit the ICMA Coaching Program website to access these resources and learn more about how coaching can assist your career.

Career Compass is a regular column from ICMA focused on career issues for local government professional staff. Written by Frank Benest, ICMA’s senior advisor for Next Generation Initiatives, it explores topics including coaching and networking, workplace culture, landing a job, and career advancement. Read Career Compass columns by topics.