Texas Society of Association Executives Launches On-Demand CAE Crash Course

August 6, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Austin, TX – Texas Society of Association Executives (TSAE) has introduced a new Certified Association Executive (CAE) Crash Course, offering professionals a focused and efficient education pathway to prepare for the CAE exam administered by the American Society of Association Executives.

This on-demand course is ideal for CAE candidates seeking a concise and structured overview of the CAE content outline. This course is offered virtually on-demand allowing participants to take the course from anywhere and at their own pace. Participants gain essential tools to help prepare them for the CAE exam. The course delves into the critical domains of association management across key functional areas, offering practical insights and strategies.

Course Highlights:

  • Self-paced online, on demand modules
  • Approximately 3.5 hours of content
  • Comprehensive coverage of the eight domains of association management: governance, executive leadership, organizational strategy, operations, business development, member engagement, advocacy, and marketing/communications
  • Practical insights and strategies aligned with the most recent American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) CAE Content Outline

Crash Course Pricing:

  • TSAE Members: $799
  • Non-Members: $1,099

"We’re excited to launch the new CAE Crash Course as part of TSAE’s ongoing commitment to supporting association professionals in their career growth,” said Steven Stout, FASAE, CAE, Executive Director of TSAE. “This focused, high-impact, self-driven program is designed to give candidates the tools, resources, and strategic insight they need to help them succeed on the CAE exam—and in their leadership journey beyond. With schedules busier than ever, we hope this offering presents yet another resource to potential CAE candidates. TSAE is very grateful to the support of our partner e-LearningDOC in helping us create this unique program.”

"This CAE Exam prep course recognizes the need for learners to work at their own pace. The video-based format provides a multi-modal presentation style, and the practice questions embedded throughout give learners a chance to test their understanding while providing immediate feedback,” said Dr. Diana Brandon, Chief Information and Technology Officer, eLearningDOC, and the lead instructional designer on the CAE Crash Course project. “The course supports adult learners seeking to master the critical domains and to achieve their certification goals."

For more information and to enroll, visit TSAE’s website, under CAE Resources.

Media Contact: Kristy Coviello, MBA, (512) 444-1974, kristy@tsae.org

About TSAE
Founded in 1928, the Texas Society of Association Executives serves over 1,100 association professionals across Texas. TSAE provides a community for collaboration, learning, and leadership growth, fostering a thriving, diverse community of professionals who lead, shape, and advance the association industry in Texas. Learn more at https://www.tsae.org/about.

About the Certified Association Executive (CAE)
“CAE” is a registered trademark of the American Society of Association Executives and the Certified Association Executive Commission. The Study Guide is independent of the CAE certification program. No specific preparatory program is endorsed by the CAE Commission. The CAE Commission and CAE staff are solely responsible for the policies and administration of the CAE program. To learn more about CAE certification contact Elizabeth Twitchell, CAE, Manager, Credentialing with ASAE at etwitchell@asaecenter.org or (202) 626-2793.

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