Certificate of Recognition
A mayor or council member who began in the Institute prior to July 1, 1991, must complete at least 42 units of training from the courses offered through the Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute for Elected Officials. Those who began after July 1, 1991, must complete at least 42 units including three of the twelve required courses and the state mandated Newly Elected Officials Institute. A maximum of six units of credit is given for participation in each course.
Certificate of Achievement
Elected officials who complete at least 72 units of training including six of the twelve required courses and the state mandated Newly Elected Officials Institute.
Certificate of Excellence
Elected officials who complete at least 120 units of training including nine of the twelve required courses and the state mandated Newly Elected Officials Institute. To receive the Certificate of Excellence, elected officials must also participate in the Leadership Institute for Municipal Elected Officials.
Certificate of Distinction
Elected officials who take 204 hours of training, including all twelve of the courses on the "Required" list, will receive the Certificate of Distinction.