RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (RMS) DESIGNATION

In order to be eligible and write the Ontario CCA RMS exam, you must be an Ontario CCA in good standing.

RMS Exam

The RMS exam is offered in the same window as the regular CCA Certification exam, you must register to write in the appropriate window. it is no longer offered on demand but there is the option to write in person.

Upcoming CCA exam registration and testing windows are listed below. Exams must be pre-registered for prior to taking them.

Exam Registration Dates

Oct. 7 – 26, 2026

Jan. 6 – 25, 2027

Mar. 10 – Apr. 5, 2027

Jun. 30 – Jul. 26, 2027

Oct. 6 – 25, 2027

Available Exam Dates

Exams will be conducted during this time frame.

Nov. 4 – 18, 2026

Feb. 3 – 17, 2027

Apr. 14 – 28, 2027

Aug. 4 – 18, 2027

Nov. 3 – 17, 2027

Once the RMS exam is passed, an annual maintenance fee will be charged in addition to your CCA renewal, and the minimum CEUs required for IPM will increase to 10.0 (from 5.0). The ICCA Program developed the RMS Certification to meet the growing demand for qualified advisers with focused knowledge and skills in pest and resistance management.

RMS Resource Guide

CropLife Canada has supported the writing of a resistance management resource guide which is available online or can be ordered here (link opens in new tab) – or see add to your cart below.

To view or download RMS Performance Objectives click here (link opens in new tab.)

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