CMT Volunteer R&D
Curriculum & Testing Committee (CTC)
About
The Curriculum and Testing Committee (CTC) is the group of dedicated experts responsible for the integrity and quality of the Chartered Market Technician® (CMT) Program. Comprised exclusively of active Charter Holders, this committee ensures the CMT designation remains the global standard for the discipline of technical analysis. The creation of the CMT Program in the late 1980s was a landmark achievement for our Association. 26Frederic Dickson created the first 200 questions, and early volunteers on the CMT and Accreditation Committees, like Alan R. Shaw, drafted the curriculum. The CTC continues this legacy, adapting the program to reflect the evolving practice of technical analysis.
Mission
The mission of the Curriculum and Testing Committee (CTC) is to be the essential guardian of the quality, relevance, and integrity of the Chartered Market Technician® (CMT) Program. As subject matter experts, we are responsible for meticulously defining and maintaining the CMT Body of Knowledge, ensuring that our curriculum and exams represent the absolute global standard for technical analysis. We value expertise, rigor, and adaptability. We constantly monitor the evolving needs of the financial industry, updating the curriculum to reflect modern market tools and practices. This vigilant process ensures that every individual who earns the CMT designation possesses the most current and comprehensive knowledge required for professional excellence, thereby protecting the value of the charter for all members and the trust placed in it by employers worldwide.
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Leadership & Support
Core Responsibilities
Define and maintain the CMT Program Body of Knowledge (BOK).
Ensure the quality, relevance, and integrity of the CMT Program.
Review and approve curriculum content and readings.
Maintain credentialing best practices (e.g., NCCA standards).
Oversee exam standard-setting.
Call to Service
Understanding Groups and Gigs
What is a Group?
A Group is an ongoing, strategic body of volunteers who collaborate on a defined mission over an extended period. Groups have formal governance, defined membership, and regular meeting cadences. Joining a group means becoming part of a team committed to driving long-term impact within CMT.
What is a Gig?
A Gig is a short-term, tactical assignment with a clear deliverable and timeline. Gigs are ideal for volunteers who want to contribute their expertise to a specific task without a long-term commitment. They are time-boxed and goal-oriented.
(How to Join This Group)
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| Ideal Candidate |
Key Competencies
TA subject-matter expertise; assessment/psychometrics; confidentiality
Suggested Career Age & TA Depth
8+ years experience; 5+ years advanced TA practice |
| What You'll Do |
Core Activities
Meticulously review and update BOK content. Assist Writing Exam Items Setting Passing Standards. Analyzing Psychometric Data. Recommending Curriculum Updates. |
| Time Commitment |
Recommended Time Commitment & Cadence
4–8 hrs/month; 10–20 hrs/month in item-writing/standard-setting windows; NDAs & COI required. (Credentialing Excellence)
Member Appointment & Term
BYLAWS §8.02(E): The members of the committee shall be appointed by the committee chair with the approval of the Board to serve for a term of one (1) year or such longer period as the Board may determine, provided that no individual shall serve as a member of a committee (including anytime as committee chair) for more than four (4) consecutive years.
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Available short-term assignments will be listed here.