NAFA Fleet Management Association has launched a new Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) Scholarship Program, offering financial assistance to fleet professionals pursuing certification.

The program will award up to four scholarships annually, providing recipients with access to educational materials, training resources and certification exams.

Applications are open to eligible NAFA members and non-members, with a submission deadline of Jan. 5, 2027.

"Professional development is essential to advancing the fleet industry, and we want to ensure that financial barriers don't prevent talented professionals from taking the next step in their careers," said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. "The CAFM credential represents a significant commitment to excellence in fleet management. Through this scholarship program, we're expanding opportunities for more professionals to build their expertise, strengthen their organizations and contribute to the future of our industry."

What Does the CAFM Scholarship Cover?

Each scholarship covers NAFA's All Access Enrollment Bundle, which provides three years of access to eight certification modules covering fleet management disciplines.

The bundle includes:

• Digital guidebooks and study guides
• eLearning courses
• On-demand Boot Camp videos
• Access to the CAFM candidate community
• Monthly Office Hours
• One certification exam attempt per module

Scholarships are valued at the NAFA member enrollment rate. Non-member recipients are responsible for paying the difference between member and non-member enrollment rates.

Membership dues, travel expenses and exam retake fees are not covered.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

The scholarship program is open to fleet professionals who meet the following requirements:

• Have at least three years of fleet experience and meet CAFM certification eligibility requirements.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be a first-time CAFM certification candidate.
• Be in good standing with NAFA, with no ethics or conduct violations.

Applicants must submit three brief written responses addressing their financial need, how earning the CAFM credential could affect their careers and their commitment to completing the certification program.

The CAFM Commission will evaluate applications based on financial need, merit and potential professional impact.

Scholarship Recipients to Receive Mentorship Support

In addition to certification resources, scholarship recipients will participate in a cohort that includes mentorship opportunities and quarterly meetings to support their progress.

Recipients will be announced annually at NAFA's Institute & Expo (I&E), although attendance is not required to receive a scholarship.

Applications must be submitted by Jan. 5, 2027.

Fleet professionals can review eligibility requirements and apply through NAFA's CAFM Scholarship Program.