8-WEEK CCM EXAM PREP CIRCUIT

The time it takes to study and prepare for the CCM® exam varies based on your schedule. From the close of the application window, you’ll have at least eight weeks to continue your preparation. This is a high-intensity guide to aid in exam review, designed to elevate your core knowledge and confidence surrounding the six domains. It’s a handy reminder to frequently review materials leading up to the exam, so you feel ready and confident on exam day.

WEEK 1

Session 1

  • To start, download the exam blueprint from the Certification Guide to familiarize yourself with the weighted domains and sub-domains. Then, download the Glossary app and Quiz app to study on the go. 

Session 2 

  • There are a total of 6 domains that are further divided into sub-domains. Highlight any domains and sub-domains that you know may need further review.
  • Review Glossary terms on the app for 20 minutes. Be sure to mark the ones that need more focus. 

Session 3 

  • Dedicate time to a focused study session to review the first knowledge domain, Care Management, along with its sub-domains.
  • Research, review references, and implement any other study materials that relate to this domain. 
WEEK 2

Sessions 4 & 5

  • Continue reviewing Week 1, summarize key concepts and any additional research from Session 3. Focus on previous problem areas and review marked terms from the Glossary app. 

Session 6

  • Begin domain two, Reimbursement Methods and review its sub-domains. Highlight any areas in which you need further review.  
  • Research and reference study materials that relate to this domain. 
WEEK 3

Sessions 7 & 8

  • Review Glossary terms for 20 minutes. Highlight and tag the words you need more focus on.
  • Continue to review the previous domains and sub-domains from Weeks 1 and 2. 

Session 9 

  • Dedicate focused time to knowledge domain three - Psychosocial Concepts and Support Systems.
  • Research and reference study materials that relate to this domain and its sub-domains.
WEEK 4

Sessions 10 & 11

  • Review marked terms from the Glossary App for 20 minutes.
  • Continue to review the information from Week 3 and research any additional problem areas.

Session 12

  • Progress to knowledge domain four, Quality and Outcomes Evaluation and Measurements.
  • Research and reference study materials that relate to this domain.
WEEK 5

Sessions 13 & 14

  • Continue reviewing Week 4, summarize key concepts and any additional research from Session 12. Focus on previously challenging areas and review marked terms from the Glossary App.

Session 15

  • Dedicate this time to a focused study session for domain five, Rehabilitation Concepts and Strategies.
  • Research additional domain concepts and review materials related to those concepts.
WEEK 6

Session 16

  • Review Glossary terms for 20 minutes. Mark and practice the words you need more focus on.
  • Continue to review the information from Weeks 4 and 5 emphasizing challenging areas.

Session 17 

  • Begin knowledge domain six, Ethical, Legal, and Practice Standards.
  • Research, review references, and implement any other study materials that relate to this domain.

Session 18

WEEK 7

Session 19

  • Test your knowledge with exam practice items and the Quiz App. Review study materials from Week 6 and any other challenging areas. 
WEEK 8

Sessions 20 - 24

  • Review ALL materials, domains and sub-domains along with questions that you may have missed in the exam practice items or the Quiz App.