Certification is the formal recognition of specialized knowledge, skills, and experience in athletic equipment management. AEMA Certification is an educational program that gives athletic equipment managers an accepted level of proficiency in the performance of their jobs. Scantron Corporation is contracted with the Athletic Equipment Manager’s Association (AEMA) to develop a Certification Standard for Athletic Equipment Management. Through a role delineation process, the following areas of job performance were identified for athletic equipment managers: Management, Administration, and Professional Development; Procurement; Accountability; Maintenance; Fitting and Safety.