Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is a credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). The CAPM certification is designed for individuals who are interested in project management and have less experience in the field, as it demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and terminology of project management.

The CAPM course typically consists of classroom or online training and culminates in a certification exam. To be eligible for the CAPM certification exam, candidates must have a secondary diploma (high school diploma or equivalent) and either 1,500 hours of project experience or 23 hours of project management education.

Overall, the CAPM certification provides a solid foundation for individuals who want to start their career in project management or are interested in enhancing their knowledge and understanding of project management concepts and terminology.

• Understand the fundamental principles of project management:
• Learn project management terminology
• Understand the project management process
• Learn project scope management
• Learn project schedule management
• Learn project cost management
• Learn project quality management
• Learn project resource management
• Learn project communication management
• Learn project risk management

Prerequisite

To be eligible to take the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam, candidates must meet one of the following prerequisites:

1. Secondary degree (high school diploma or equivalent): Candidates must have a secondary degree and at least 1,500 hours of professional experience on a project team or 23 hours of project management education.
2. Higher education degree: Candidates must have a higher education degree (associate's, bachelor's, or equivalent) and at least 1,500 hours of professional experience on a project team or 23 hours of project management education.

The professional experience must have been obtained within the last eight consecutive years and can be non-overlapping. In addition, the project experience can be accrued through leading or directing tasks, managing, or participating in projects, or by contributing to project management processes.

The project management education can be obtained through formal courses, online courses, or training programs. The 23 hours of project management education must cover topics related to project management, including project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement management.

It's important to note that meeting the eligibility requirements is different from submitting an application for the CAPM certification exam. Once a candidate meets the eligibility requirements, they can then apply to take the exam through the Project Management Institute (PMI) website.

NOTE: This course covers the updates made to the exam in January 2023. Any changes implemented after January 2023 are not included.