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.
Learning Objectives
· 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
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.
NOTE: This course will help prepare students to take the new Certified Associate in Project Management exam that was updated in January 2023 to match the PMBOK Guide 7th edition as well as incorporate Agile and Business Analysis topics.
Any changes implemented after January 2023 are not included.
