HOA Management Training & Board Certification Resources in Colorado
CAI-RMC equips HOA managers, board members, and self-managed leaders with the education, tools, and connections to lead with confidence.
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Community associations thrive when their leaders are prepared. Whether you’re a professional manager, a volunteer board member, or part of a self-managed HOA community, CAI-RMC is your trusted resource for HOA management training, certifications, and best practices tailored to Colorado’s unique HOA landscape.
Programs and events help with governance, budgeting, reserves planning, ethics, and day-to-day operations: key skills for both managed and self-managed communities.
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HOA Management Services in Colorado
We understand that professional community managers are the backbone of thriving neighborhoods. They guide boards on financials, long-term planning, governance, and day-to-day operations that keep communities running smoothly. If you’re evaluating HOA management services, CAI-RMC education and directories can help you compare providers and credentials.
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Training for HOA Board Members
Serving on a board is rewarding, but it also comes with responsibility. The Board Leader Certificate Program gives board members the skills and confidence to govern effectively.
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Covers governance, budgeting, reserves, and ethics.
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Offered in both self-paced and live formats.
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Helps reduce conflict and improve decision-making.
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This HOA board certification course aligns with CAI best practices and prepares volunteer leaders to work effectively with managers and homeowners.
Certification Programs for HOA Managers
Build your career with credentials that earn industry respect.
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M-100: Essentials of Community Association Management
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CAMICB-approved and the first step toward the CMCA® designation.
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Covers legal, financial, maintenance, and ethical responsibilities.
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Qualifies for continuing education credits.
**Colorado will require manager licensing starting in 2025. The “M-100” course is your path to compliance.
Resources for Self-Managed HOAs
Running an HOA doesn’t mean doing it alone. CAI-RMC offers tools to support volunteer leaders and protect their communities.
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Templates, policies, and contract samples.
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Guidance on legal compliance (SB100, CCIOA).
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Training designed for boards without professional managers.
Insights on when to consider hiring a manager.
Events and Workshops
Stay ahead of the curve with ongoing education and networking. With monthly webinars and regional seminars, semi-annual conferences offering CE credits, and specialized sessions on enforcement, reserves, cybersecurity, and more, there’s always a valuable event happening at CAI. Regular events include homeowner workshops, manager courses (like M-100), and chapter conferences with CE credit opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an HOA board certification course?
A structured training (e.g., CAI’s Board Leader Certificate Program) that teaches governance, budgeting, reserves, and ethics so volunteer leaders can make sound decisions.
What do HOA management services include?
Budgeting and financial reporting, vendor and maintenance oversight, covenant enforcement, meeting support, and compliance guidance for boards.
What’s the difference between a managed and a self-managed HOA?
Managed HOAs hire a professional management company for daily operations and compliance; self-managed HOAs rely on volunteer boards, sometimes with outside pros for specific tasks.
Do HOA managers need certification or licensing in Colorado?
Yes—Colorado requires manager licensing starting July 1, 2025. Completing M-100 is the first step toward the CMCA® credential and supports compliance with the new requirement.
How does CAI-RMC help self-managed HOAs?
Through courses, webinars, and best-practice resources that address Colorado laws (including CCIOA) and core skills like budgeting, reserves planning, meetings, and policies.
Community Association Institute - Professional Manger Code of Ethics
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The Manager Shall:
1. Comply with current bylaws, standards and practices as may be established from time to time by CAI subject to all federal, state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations in effect where the Manager practices.
2. Participate in continuing professional education through CAI and other industry related organizations.
3. Act in the best interests of the client; refrain from making inaccurate or misleading representations or statements; not knowingly misrepresent facts to benefit the Manager.
4. Undertake only those engagements that they can reasonably expect to perform with professional competence.
5. Exercise due care and perform planning and supervision as specified in the written management agreement, job description or duly adopted Board policies.
6. Disclose all relationships in writing to the client regarding any actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest between the Manager and other vendors. The Manager shall take all necessary steps to avoid any perception of favoritism or impropriety during the vendor selection process and negotiation of any contracts.
7. Provide written disclosure of any compensation, gratuity or other form of remuneration from individuals or companies who act or may act on behalf of the client.
8. Insure that homeowners receive timely notice as required by state statutes or legal documents and protect their right of appeal.
9. Disclose to the client the extent of fidelity or other contractually required insurance carried on behalf of the Manager and/or client and any subsequent changes in coverage, which occur during the Manager’s engagement if the amount is lower than the contract amount requires.
10. See that the funds held for the client by the Manager are in separate accounts, are not misappropriated, and are returned to the client at the end of the Manager’s engagement; Prepare and furnish to the client accurate and timely financial reports in accordance with the terms of the management agreement, job description or duly adopted Board policies.
11. Recognize the original records, files and books held by the Manager are the property of the client to be returned to the client at the end of the Manager’s engagement; maintain the duty of confidentiality to all current and former clients.
12. Refrain from criticizing competitors or their business practices; Act in the best interests of their Employers; Maintain a professional relationship with our peers and industry related professionals.
13. Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times when acting in the scope of their employment.
14. Not engage in any form of price fixing, anti-trust, or anti-competition.
15. Not use the work products of colleagues or competing management firms that are considered proprietary without the expressed written permission of the author or the management firm.
Train Smarter. Lead Stronger. Join CAI-RMC.
Membership gives you access to the resources, education, and advocacy you need to succeed as a manager or board leader. Join to stay current on HOA management training, licensing updates, and self-managed HOA education.
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Discounts on courses and publications.
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Connections with peers and professionals.
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National and local tools to support your role.
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Legislative advocacy that protects Colorado HOAs.
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