Certified Rangeland Managers
The California-Pacific Section of the Society for Range Management (Cal-Pac SRM) provides its professional certification program to promote professional standards in all activities devoted to rangeland resources, and to evaluate the education and professional experience of rangeland managers.
Becoming A Certified Rangeland Manager
What is a Certified Rangeland Manager?
Certification as a “Certified Rangeland Manager” (CRM) constitutes recognition that the applicant meets minimum educational, experience, and ethical standards adopted by Cal-Pac SRM. Licensing may be granted by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection following certification by the Cal-Pac-SRM, successful completion of a written exam, adherence to ethical requirements, and payment of state license renewal fees.
How can I become a Certified Rangeland Manager?
The Board of Forestry has certified Cal-Pac SRM’s independent program as protecting the public interest in accordance with Public Resources Code 762 and 772 and 14 CCR 1650 and 1651, such that certification by Cal-Pac SRM qualifies an individual for a state CRM license without further examination but subject to the Board’s additional licensing fees. This program serves the unique needs for certification of professional rangeland managers in California. Learn more about the Universities that offer degree programs or courses for continuing education by clicking the link below!
The Associate Rangeland Manager
Cal-Pac SRM also provides an “Associate Rangeland Manager” (ARM) program as a preliminary step towards certification as a CRM. It is offered to applicants who meet the educational requirements for certification as a CRM, but do not yet meet the experience requirements. The ARM program does not directly present the opportunity for certification as a CRM or licensing by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection.
Do I need a CRM for my Project?
Did you know that a Certified Rangeland Manager (CRM) license is required when rangeland management activities are performed on non-federal, forested landscapes in California? Cal-Pac is here to help navigate that process. The following information is intended to help ensure that your employees and their scopes of work comply with state-mandated requirements. Click on the link below to view a letter from our President, as well as a flowchart to help you through the process.
Steps To Becoming a Certified Rangeland Manager in California
The CRM license is a specialty certificate under California’s Forest Practice Rules and has no transferability with other SRM certification programs. The CRM license is highly recommended for any rangeland management work, but is required for any rangeland management work (see above) on forested landscapes with at least 10% tree canopy in California. The CRM license is not required for federal lands such as national forests or when private landowners are managing their own private property.
Becoming an ARM
Click to apply to become a Associate Rangeland Manager!
Becoming a CRM
Click to apply to become a Certified Rangeland Manager!
Other CRM Resources
Brochure For Applicants
Learn more about our program through a brochure!
Letters of Recommendation
Helpful hints for obtaining an excellent letter of recommendation.
Academic Experience & Coursework
Academic and experience requirements to be eligible for licensing in California CRM.
Educational Credits as a CRM
How to get continuing education credits to meet program requirements.
