In the same way, the CMC designation is only a stage in the professional development for the accredited consultant. A move to FCMC would thus require further evidence of competencies asked for at the time of CMC evaluation. The body of knowledge outlined here encompasses all these levels at a basic degree and it is up to the individual’s curiosity and experience to take any aspect further through professional development.

As an overview, consultants should have knowledge to an appropriate degree in the following fields (details of each follow on subsequent pages):