1. What is PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®?
PMI-ACP® certification validates an individual’s knowledge of agile principles and practices:
- Ability to deliver customer and business value in challenging and dynamic environments
- Adaptability across agile contexts and methods, including Scrum, Lean, Kanban, and more
- Leadership and collaboration skills in any agile environment, with a team-centric approach
- Broad and versatile skillset for long-term career success in agile delivery
The PMI-ACP Exam Details:
- 180 minutes
- 120 questions
- Offered in 6 languages: English, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese
Prerequisites to take the exam:
- Secondary degree
- 21 contact hours of agile practices training
- 24 months of agile experience within the last 5 years (a current PMP® satisfies this requirement)
2. Why Choose PMI-ACP®?
PMI-ACP® Key Benefits:
- Validated Expertise and Recognition: Hiring confidence from the rigor of our experience-based, ISO accredited exam that only PMI® can deliver.
- An Adaptable Agile Mindset: An approach-agnostic certification that
delivers results in varied, complex contexts and is the solution to rigid single methodologies. - Up-to-Date and Broadly Relevant: Newly updated with the latest knowledge and best practices to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving agile landscape.
- Flexible, Team-Centric Approach: Tools that give professionals the skills to lead and collaborate effectively in any agile environment, crucial for product owners.
- Comprehensive Learning Ecosystem: A suite of learning and preparation resources, including instructor-led training, that support the learner journey to success.
3. Who Should Get PMI-ACP® Certified?
PMI-ACP® provides a robust, flexible foundation for agile practitioners, coaches, and cert holders.
- Agile Practitioners: PMI-ACP® is perfect for all agile practitioners, including Scrum Masters, Developers, Agile Project Managers, and
Product Owners. - Current Agile Cert Holders: Agile cert holders across CSM, PSM, SAFe and more are prime candidates for PMI-ACP®, as it offers an opportunity to broaden expertise and validate skills across multiple methodologies.
- Agile Coaches and Consultants: PMI-ACP® validates experts'
credibility while providing a complete, up-to-date coaching toolkit. - PMP® Holders: PMI-ACP® is a natural progression for PMPs looking to deepen their expertise and better integrate agile methodologies into existing project management practices.
Teams and Organizations: Implementing PMI-ACP® helps businesses cultivate a well-rounded agile perspective to enhance team performance, collaboration, and ability to deliver value in complex business environments.
86% of PMI-ACP® certification holders qualified for new opportunities.
84% of PMI-ACP® certification holders gained recognition for career advancement.
4. PMI Authorized Training Partner PMI-ACP® Exam Prep Course Content
The PMI Authorized PMI-ACP® Exam Prep Course content includes the following digital offerings:
- Instructor Materials: Manual/Facilitator Guide and Instructor Slides
- Student Manual: Workbook with instructional content and real-world activities
- Mastery Builders: End-of-chapter knowledge checks to ensure comprehension of key concepts
- Real World Scenario Learning: Scenario exercise that flows through the full course and allows students to participate in small group exercises
- Exam Practice: More than 120 PMI-ACP® exam practice questions
5. How is the PMI-ACP® prep course from a PMI® Authorized Training Partner different?
Our course includes:
- High-quality PMI-ACP® exam prep course content that aligns with PMI® global standards
- A PMI-approved and affiliated training provider
- Classes taught by valid PMI-ACP® certification holders
- Content aligned with the PMI-ACP® Exam Content Outline
- Effective training that prepares you for your exam
- PMI-developed exam prep material
When you take one of our instructor-led classes, you:
- Receive tailored instruction and learn through discussion and dialogue, unlike mass online training providers
- Can ask questions (and never have to wait for an answer)
- Earn the 21 training hours you need to apply for the PMI-ACP® exam
- Can give PMI® and Authorized Training Partners feedback
- Have the opportunity to network and learn in partnership with other students
6. Can I Switch to Another Class or Retake The Class after Completion?
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.
For PMI-ACP® Exam Prep course, a $100 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.
