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What is PMP^® certification?

The Project Management Professional (PMP) credential is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. It demonstrates to peers and employers that you have the experience, education and competence to successfully lead and direct projects.

Certification will put you on the fast track to earning more for the work that you currently do. According to a 2009 PMI Project Management Salary Survey, PMP-certified project managers in six major countries reported a $10,000 salary advantage over their non-PMP-certified counterparts. Even in the midst of the recession, 51% of respondents reported increases in compensation thanks to their designation as a PMP.

And it’s not just the individual project manager who benefits from certification. Now more than ever, businesses that provide PM services must employ PMP-certified project managers in order to meet the bid requirements of most projects.

Velociteach, the leader in project management and PMP Exam prep education, is proud to have trained over 22,000 students for the PMP Exam with a pass rate of over 98%.

What is PMP®?

Whether you’re new to project management or have been doing it for years, you’re here because it’s time to take your career to the next level. Maybe project management feels like an intuitive process for you, one that doesn’t need extra training or test-taking. But you will appreciate the benefits of certification and the advantages of advanced project management education.

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Who is PMI?

The Project Management Institute is the world’s leading not-for-profit membership association for the project management profession. The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK^®) Guide is an internationally recognized standard, detailing fundamentals of project management that can be applied to a wide range of projects.

PMI’s certifications are recognized internationally as the benchmark for project management expertise, delivering the respect, opportunity and compensation that goes with the achievement.

At Velociteach, all of our courses and materials reflect the content found in the PMBOK^® Guide and in a wide range of well-respected publications used by PMI to develop the PMP Exam.

What kinds of certifications are available?

PMI’s Project Management Professional (PMP) is the most respected credential recognized by the project management industry. It is awarded to those who demonstrate their high level of experience and education in the field of project management.

PMI’s Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM^®) is a valuable entry-level credential for practitioners looking to gain more experience in managing and leading projects.

You will benefit from earning one or both of these certifications. But by preparing with Velociteach, you’ll also improve the leadership skills needed to achieve success – both for yourself and for your clients.

How do I earn a PMP?

To apply, first make sure you meet the qualifications. To register to take the exam you need to have either:

A four-year degree (bachelor’s or the global equivalent) and at least three years of project management experience, with 4,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of project management education.

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A secondary diploma (high school or the global equivalent) and at least five years of project management experience, with 7,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of project management education.

If you meet the necessary qualifications, you can apply to take the exam on the PMI website.If you do not meet the necessary requirements, the CAPM may be a viable certification option for you.

How do I earn a CAPM?

To apply, first make sure you meet the qualifications. To register to take the exam you need to have either:

A secondary diploma (high school or the global equivalent)

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At least 1,500 hours experience OR 23 hours of project management education.
If you meet the necessary qualifications, you can apply to take the exam on the PMI website.

How do I maintain my PMP certification?

Once you have earned your PMP credential, you will need to adhere to PMI’s Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR) program. To maintain your credential, you must participate in professional development activities to earn professional development units (PDUs). THe PMP credential requires that you earn 60 PDUs for every three-year cycle. You can earn PDUs by taking live or online classes and receiving a certificate, which must be submitted to PMI to prove PDUs were obtained.

Velociteach offers a number of classes, both live and online (via our elearning system, InSite), that provide an affordable way to earn PDU credits and maintain your certification.