CMT Association

The CMT (Chartered Market Technician) is a professional certification in technical analysis administered by the CMT Association, structured as three levels of exams covering chart patterns, indicators, behavioral finance, and market analysis. The curriculum builds from fundamentals (price action, trend analysis) to advanced topics (cycle analysis, breadth indicators), and the exams test both theory and practical application. The association also runs a journal and annual conference where members discuss research and trading insights.

This credential is strongest if you're a trader, analyst, or portfolio manager who relies on technical methods. CMT has less mainstream recognition than CFA or FRM in institutional finance, but it's well-respected among active traders and technical-focused wealth managers. The exam difficulty and depth of material varies across the three levels, so pacing your study is important.