Online CAPM and PMP Certification Prep
Project Management Certification Preparation
This CAPM® and PMP® certification prep course bundle is designed for seasoned project managers. It provides a strong grasp of project management from start to finish.
This course bundle includes the Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep and Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep courses, based on the PMBOK® Guide.
After course completion, you must schedule and pay for the CAPM and PMP certification exams on your own. If you are already certified, the contact hours may be applied as the PMP exam education prerequisite or as PDUs.
Job Outlook for Project Managers
According to Indeed.com, the average national salary of a project manager is $88,010, with a high of $137,093 as of February 2024. PMI survey data shows a U.S. median salary of $120,000, with entry-level professionals earning around $80,000.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6% growth in the field by 2032, while Lightcast reports over 13% job growth by 2033.
Project Management FAQs
What is a project manager?
A project manager is responsible for a project's success, overseeing initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
What is the PMP certification?
The PMP certification, created by PMI, recognizes experienced project managers. It requires meeting eligibility criteria and passing a 180-question exam.
What is the CAPM certification?
CAPM is an entry-level certification from PMI. The exam is 150 multiple-choice questions over three hours. Eligibility includes a secondary degree and 23 hours of project management education.
Can I work as a project manager without certification?
Yes, but certification demonstrates commitment and can improve job prospects and salary potential.
Course Objectives
- Advanced project management concepts and definitions
- Project selection, proposal, and planning processes
- How to select, plan, execute, control, and complete projects
- Agile basics and principles
- Tips and tricks for the PMP exam and career resources
- Understand the essential elements of a project management foundation
- Learn how to execute a project from start to finish
- The most common project management concepts and terminology
- Master the creation of project-driven budgets and timelines
- How to predict and prevent risks
- Concepts from the PMBOK® Guide
Prerequisites and Certification Requirements
CAPM Exam Requirements
- Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate degree, or equivalent)
- 23 hours of project management education (fulfilled by this course)
PMP Exam Requirements
- 35 hours of formal project management training (fulfilled by this course)
- Project management experience in a leadership role:
- With a four-year degree: 4,500 hours
- Without a four-year degree: 7,500 hours
Instructors
Nikki Choyce
Nikki Choyce, PMP, has over 20 years of experience in project management across various industries. She is a certified PMP and experienced instructor.
Erica Kirwan
Erica Kirwan has 15+ years of experience in process and project management. She holds a PMP certification, an Advanced Project Management Certification from Stanford, and degrees in Computer Information Systems and Public Administration.
Registration and Enrollment
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