Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Credential: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Credentialing Agency: Project Management Institute (PMI)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Project Management Institute (PMI), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is an entry-level certification for project practitioners. Designed for those with less project experience, the CAPM demonstrates an understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management. The written exam covers project management areas such as initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, closing, and professional and social responsibility. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1500 hours professional experience on a project team or 23 hours of project management education.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 1500 hours
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Project Management Institute (PMI)
14 Campus Blvd.
Newtown Square, PA 19073-3299
Phone: (610) 356-4600
Fax: (610) 482-9971
Email: customercare@pmi.org
Education REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have a Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree or the global equivalent).
Education and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must meet educational and professional experience requirements.
Option 1:Candidates must have 1500 hours of professional experience on a project management team.
Option 2:Candidates must have completed 23 hours of project management education.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) credential has the following other requirements:
- Candidates must agree to uphold the Project Management Institute's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
- Candidates must have had responsibility for individual project tasks in their area of expertise (e.g., finance, marketing, legal, customer care, market research, fulfillment, processing). The responsibility does not need to be industry specific, but must be relevant across many functional areas and industries.
Written Exam
- Introduction to Project Management (6%)
- Project Environment (6%)
- Role of the Project Manager (7%)
- Project Integration Management (9%)
- Project Scope Management (9%)
- Project Schedule Management (9%)
- Project Cost Management (8%)
- Project Quality Management (7%)
- Project Resource Management (8%)
- Project Communication Management (10%)
- Project Risk Management (8%)
- Project Procurement Management (4%)
- Project Stakeholder Management (9%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) examination:
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Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Learn About Testing for Military Communities
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Pearson VUE
For more information on the Project Management Institute (PMI) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Renewal Period: 5 years
Additional considerations for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) include:
- Candidates may use the online application to document experience and/or education.
- Candidates can satisfy educational requirements by demonstrating the successful completion of courses, workshops and training sessions.