Professional Accreditation Programs

AMCTO Designations

Our sector-leading professional accreditation programs raise the bar of Ontario municipal excellence by advancing the profession and showcasing members' municipal expertise. AMCTO designations reflect members' commitment to the profession and aim to inspire those who are early-on in their municipal careers to continue to take part in lifelong learning and professional development.

NEW - Registered candidates will receive access to the accreditation program(s) in our online learning platform, AMCTO Connect.

Certified Municipal Officer (CMO)

Ontario's only municipal designation mapping onto eight specific management and leadership competencies - addresses the broad range of what is required to be a successful local government manager and leader. Geared toward municipal executives and progressive middle-to-senior managers.

Accredited Municipal Professional (AMP)

A tiered designation of the CMO that provides municipal professionals in non-management roles an opportunity to demonstrate their expertise. Geared to new professionals and non-management staff in local government.

Accredited Ontario Municipal Clerk (AOMC)

Certifies the core education, experience and professional contributions required to be an accredited municipal clerk in Ontario. Achieved through points-based assessment and a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, the AOMC establishes a professional standard that ensures the clerk's profession remains relevant and attractive.

"The CMO demonstrates a culmination of your municipal governance skills and qualities developed to date, and signifies that you are committed to a career of continual education and self-improvement to the benefit of yourself and your municipality."

Paul Shipway, CMO, AOMC, Dipl.M.A.
General Manager of Strategic Initiatives & Innovation
County of Middlesex
 

"My recent completion of the AMP program and achievement of my AMP designation is one of my greatest educational and professional achievements to date. The AMP program allowed me to reflect on my career thus far and I look forward to pursuing my CMO designation in the future."

Becky Jamieson, AMP, AOMC, Dipl.M.M.
Commissioner of Corporate Services & Town Clerk
Township of Whitchurch-Stouffville
 

"Achieving the AOMC provided me an opportunity to really look through a new lens at my experience, education, professional achievements and volunteer work. Receiving an accreditation through AMCTO not only provides one with a positive difference in career development but it also reenergizes my commitment to excellence in my role." 

Danielle Manton, AOMC, Dipl.M.M.
City Clerk
City of Cambridge

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Dominika Roseclay