Core Competency Education
SGMP has identified 9 (nine) categories of core competencies for government meeting planners which focus the content of SGMP professional development both at national and chapter events, as well as in-person and online education. All nine categories are integral to the government meeting professional. Sessions approved for contact hours via SGMP have been thoroughly vetted by our Education Director as satisfying one or more area of core competency education. Learn more about how these core competencies align with EIC professional development domains.
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Beginning in Fall 2024, SGMP will also offer 3 (three) new Core Competency Domains to ensure all SGMP members and guests have access to current information and professional development opportunities.
Get Certified
Become a Government Meetings Expert
The 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. The CGMP is recognized in the hospitality industry; many government contracts now require planners working on the contract have their government certification.
The CGMP course is offered in 3 formats – Live (in person), Virtual Synchronous (via Zoom webinar), and On-Demand.
Earn CEUs
Continuing Education
SGMP's continuing education program aligns with many other CE programs, offering you maximum credit across multiple domains. Each domain of professional development and continuing education is assigned to one of twelve (12) core competencies integral to the daily work of the government meeting professional. Earn the fifteen (15) hours required to satisfy your CGMP CE requirements, and the requirements of many other programs such as the CMP.
