CT HB07108

Requires applicants for community association manager certificates of registration to complete a nationally recognized course and pass the National Board of Certification for Community Association Managers' examination (or similar exam prescribed by the Commissioner) prior to applying, effective October 1, 2017.

Establishes a transition period for persons issued initial certificates between October 1, 2012 and October 1, 2017 to complete required coursework and pass the examination within one year of certificate issuance.

Requires existing certificate holders issued prior to October 1, 2012 to complete required coursework by October 1, 2014, with examination requirements waived for those holding certificates for ten or more years.

Authorizes the Department of Consumer Protection to adopt regulations governing approved schools, examination specifications, and educational exemptions for health or hardship reasons.

Prohibits the Department from disapproving courses or examinations solely because they are offered or taught by electronic means.