6-WEEK CDMS EXAM PREP CIRCUIT

CDMS 6-Week Examp Prep Circuit

The time it takes to study and prepare for the exam varies based on the candidate's schedule. This 6-Week Prep Circuit is a rigorous guide to aid in the CDMS® exam review. This program is designed to elevate your core knowledge and confidence surrounding the four domains. It’s a handy reminder to frequently review materials during this period leading up to the exam while boosting your confidence on exam day.

WEEK 1

Session 1

  • To start, download the CDMS Certification Guide and familiarize yourself with the weighted domains and sub-domains. You can also download the CDMS Glossary app, access exam practice items, and review the Core Knowledge Curriculum (CKC).

Session 2

  • There are a total of 4 domains. Review the domains and highlight any materials that you know may need further review before you start week two.
  • Review Glossary terms on the CDMS app for 20 minutes. Be sure to mark the ones that need more practice.
WEEK 2

Session 3

  • Dedicate time to focus on domain one, Disability and Work Interruption Case Management, and highlight any problem areas.
  • Research and reference any additional study materials pertaining to this domain. 

Session 4: 

  • Review Glossary Terms for 20 minutes. Mark and practice the words you need more focus on.
  • Continue to review study materials from this week.
WEEK 3

Session 5

  • Progress to domain two, Workplace Intervention for Disability Prevention.
  • Research and reference study materials that relate to this domain.

Session 6

  • Review Glossary Terms for 20 minutes. Practice words you need more focus on.
  • Highlight information from this week, implement any additional study materials and research problem areas.
WEEK 4

Session 7

  • Dedicate time to focus on domain three, Program Development, Management, and Evaluation.
  • Research additional domain concepts and review materials related to those concepts.

Session 8

  • Continue reviewing the materials from week four, summarize key concepts and any additional research from Session 7. Focus on previous problem areas and review marked terms from the Glossary app.
WEEK 5

Session 9

  • Proceed to domain 5, Employment Leaves and Benefits Administration.
  • Research, review references, and implement any other study materials that relate to this domain.

Session 10

  • Review Glossary Terms for 20 minutes.
  • Highlight ALL areas in domains that need more practice, glossary terms, CKC sessions, and any additional study material.

Session 11:

WEEK 6

Session 12

  • Test your knowledge by using exam practice items and reviewing the CDMS Glossary app. Review study materials from Week 6 and any other problem areas.

Session 13:

  • Review ALL materials, domains along with questions that you may have missed with the CDMS exam practice items.

DISCLAIMER: The CDMS® exam is practice-based, meaning all questions are based on the knowledge that an experienced case manager should know and understand. As an exam candidate, you are not required to take any course or purchase any study materials. Purchasing study materials is optional and not required to take the exam. Attending or purchasing courses or study materials is not a guarantee of passing the exam. The Commission™ does not endorse or approve any study materials.