Examination Date & Fees

CVPM Fees

Examination Fee 

The examination fee must be paid at the time of your application submission.

  • $695 for VHMA Member

  • $845 for non-VHMA Members

Re-Examination Fee

For candidates who do not successfully pass the examination.

  • $595 for VHMA Members
  • $745 for non-VHMA Members

Reschedule, Cancellation or Failure to Appear

If a candidate reschedules, cancels, or fails to appear for a scheduled examination, a fee will be applied based on the timing of the change:

31 or more days before the scheduled examination date: $50 fee

4-30 days before the scheduled examination date: $100 fee

0-3 days before the scheduled examination date: $150 fee

Please note, these charges will be applied each time a candidate reschedules, cancels, or fails to appear for their examination.

Administration

The CVPM examination is administered electronically through High-stake Online Secure Testing (HOST) locations throughout North America. 

Find a Testing Center Near You

We'd like to remind you about the importance of planning ahead for your certification examination. The exam is offered quarterly, and you can register to take it once your application is approved. Typically, the entire process takes about one to two months (it can take longer), so we encourage you to start early to ensure you can sit for the exam at your preferred time.

2025 Examination Dates and Application Deadlines 

  • 1st Administration: Monday - Saturday, January 13-18, 2025

    Application Deadline: September 1, 2024

  • 2nd Administration: Monday - Saturday, April 14-19, 2025

    Application Deadline: December 1, 2024

  • 3rd Administration: Monday - Saturday, August 4-9, 2025

    Application Deadline: April 1, 2025

  • 4th Administration: Monday - Saturday, November 17-22, 2025

2026 Examination Dates and Application Deadlines 

  • 1st Administration: Monday - Saturday, January 12-17, 2026
  • 2nd Administration: Monday - Saturday, April 13-18, 2026
  • 3rd Administration: Monday - Saturday, July 27-August 1, 2026
  • 4th Administration: Monday - Saturday, November 16-21, 2026