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FAQ – CAPM® Exam Prep

1. How is a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® prep course from a PMI® Authorized Training Partner different?

Our course includes:

  • high-quality CAPM® exam prep course content that aligns with PMI® standards
  • classes taught by valid CAPM® or PMP® certification holders
  • content that aligns with the CAPM® Exam Content Outline
  • effective training that prepares you for your exam
  • PMI-developed exam prep material
  • a PMI-approved training provider
2. What is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification?

CAPM® stands for Certified Associate in Project Management. It is a globally recognized certification that shows that you have the foundational knowledge and skills needed to manage projects. 

You can get your CAPM® by studying project management fundamentals and taking the CAPM® exam. The CAPM®  certification is recognized globally and is a stepping-stone to the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification. 

3. Why get CAPM® certified?

CAPM® certification can help you stand out in the job market:

  • Demonstrates the industry and business knowledge to succeed in a wide range of project roles
  • Enhances credibility and effectiveness working on — or with — project teams
  • Recognizes knowledge of preeminent global standards and builds on your skillset to differentiate you to employers
  • Shows a commitment to learning
  • Helps gain experience and meet education requirements to apply for the Project Management Professional (PMP)®.
4. Whom does the certification benefit?

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a valuable qualification for many different people in many different roles! Learning project management fundamentals, including predictive plan-based methodologies and agile frameworks, can prepare you for a job in project management or help you take on new roles in your current career.

The CAPM® benefits:

  • students
  • entry to mid-level-project professionals
  • people changing careers
  • project professionals supporting the delivery of a project
  • businesses enhancing the project management skills of their employees
5. What is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam?

The CAPM® exam is a test of your knowledge and skills on project management fundamentals and core concepts. It’s divided into four sections:

  • Project management fundamentals and core concepts
  • Predictive, plan-based methodologies
  • Agile frameworks/methodologies
  • Business analysis frameworks

The exam takes 3 hours and has 150 questions. It’s available in English, Spanish, Arabic, Italian, French, Portuguese (Brazilian), German, and Japanese. 

6. Does the CAPM® help me get my Project Management Professional (PMP)®?

CAPM® training and certification prepares you for the PMP® exam.

CAPM® certification isn’t just an essential step in building your project management career. It also replaces the 35-hour project management education requirement to qualify for  PMP® certification.

7. How can I prepare for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification exam?

IMT-PM offers the PMI® Authorized CAPM® Exam Prep course.

Before you take the CAPM® exam, you must have completed 23 hours of education. The CAPM® exam prep course counts toward these 23 hours.

During the exam prep course, you’ll build a foundation in project management. You’ll learn about project quality, scope, time, cost, resources, communications, procurement, integration management, agile, and business analysis.

8. When can I take the CAPM® exam?

To be eligible for the exam, you must have:

  • a secondary degree, such as a high school diploma, GED (general educational development), or global equivalent
  • 23 hours of education (our CAPM® training course fulfills this requirement)

Once you’ve fulfilled these requirements, you’ll complete your exam application and schedule your exam appointment.

9. Why train with a PMI® Authorized Training Partner?

PMI® Authorized Training Partners are the only trainers authorized by PMI®, the leading authority in project management.

PMI® Authorized Training Partners provide high-quality, instructor-led PMI® Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification and exam training.

PMI® Authorized Training Partners must fulfill rigorous requirements to become training partners. Few other organizations have requirements this strict. Partners:

  • hold either a CAPM® or the PMI® Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification
  • Are up-to-date on both the latest learning methods and the most in-demand skills in project management
  • have completed the PMI® Train the Trainer – CAPM® Exam Prep course
  • have been in business for at least three years
10. Can I switch to another class or retake the class?
1. CHANGE CLASS

Yes. You may change to another available class free of charge any time before the original class start date.

If you request a class change after the class has started, a $100 USD administrative fee will apply.

To request a transfer, please email support@imt-pm.com, and we will respond within 24 hours.

2. RETAKE CLASS

For CAPM® Exam Prep course, a $80 USD retake fee applies. This fee covers the simulation license and administrative costs associated with re-enrollment.

To request a retake, please contact support@imt-pm.com. Our team will respond within 24 hours with the next available class options.

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