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Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO)
The online/lecture hybrid program is a six month program. The program includes weekly online requirements working with MCAO instructors and in person classroom instruction from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on nine Saturday's throughout the six-month session. Certification is achieved by passing a comprehensive exam at the end of the program that covers all areas of study.
The application window for the June 2022 program is now closed. Future educational opportunities will be announced soon.
MCAO Application Review Process
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