Agile Project Management is Here—Get Ready for It On Your Terms
If you’re preparing for the PMI-ACP® exam or simply want to get better at managing projects using the Agile approach, we’ve got you covered.
Nothing is more dynamic in the world of project management than the iterative approach of Agile. Whether you are preparing for the PMI-ACP exam or simply learning how to get better using Agile, you’ll learn from the best with our instructor-led classes and online course options.
Our trainings teach you to use flexibility and collaboration in the development and delivery of projects, and to empower your team with new levels of responsiveness and efficiency.
All delivered at the speed of you.
Instructor-Led Classes
Learn from our expert Agile instructors with years of real world experience.
You’re not just getting subject matter experts. Our instructors give you a deep and engaging learning experience, personalized guidance, and real-world anecdotes.
PMI-ACP Exam prep class
The Velociteach 2-Day Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Exam Prep class is comprehensive, accelerated, and focused on a single goal: Equip you with the knowledge and techniques you need to pass the Project Management Institute’s (PMI)® PMI-ACP certification exam. The PMI-ACP certification is a great next step for those who hold the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification.
This course covers the history and basic concepts of Agile, its methodologies, strategies—all the key areas of required study for the certification exam. Looking beyond the exam, the course also offers real-world applications of the Agile approach. Not only is our up-to-date study program a proven path to PMI-ACP success, it’s designed for you.
agile fundamentals class
The Velociteach 2-day Agile Fundamentals class provides students with a foundation in the history, methodologies, and strategies of Agile project management. The Agile Manifesto, 12 principles of Agile, Scrum, Lean, and eXtreme are presented. In addition, students learn the differences between traditional “waterfall” and Agile approaches to managing projects and how the two can work together to deliver project results.
Note: The Agile Fundamentals class is only available for private groups of 10 or more students.
Agile Online Courses
Expand your knowledge and skills with Agile through our self-paced courses covering the most popular Agile methodologies.
Learn at your pace, earn PDUs and experience increased project management success.
popular agile Courses:
- Agile Beyond IT, 5 PDUs
- Fundamentals of Agile, 4.5 PDUs
- Crash Course in Agile Scrum, 3 PDUs
- PMI-ACP Practice Test, 3 PDUs
- Remote Agile Delivery, 2.5 PDUs
- How to Know When Agile Isn’t the Right Tool for the Job, 1 PDU
Textbook for Self-Study
The PMI-ACP Exam:
How to Pass on Your First Try
This is the first book written specifically for the new PMI-ACP exam. It is a single, compact reference that will help the reader prepare for and pass the certification exam.
This comprehensive study resource includes:
- Concepts, methodologies, and practices are explained
- Large Glossary of terms for reference
- Access to over 300 practice questions
- Proven test tricks and tips for the exam
…and more
Podcast Episodes on Agile
Manage This Podcast
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Episode 183 – My Team is Self-Organizing, What am I Supposed to Do? Agile Teams and the PM’s Role
Play Episode: Episode 183 – My Team is Self-Organizing, What am I Supposed to Do? Agile Teams and the PM’s Role -
Episode 156 – Agile Beyond IT
Play Episode: Episode 156 – Agile Beyond IT
Articles to Help You Prep for the PMI-ACP Exam
Savvy PM Blog
FAQs
The below is a sample agenda for the Velociteach 2-day PMI_ACP exam prep class. Note: Actual flow/daily schedule may vary slightly depending on Velociteach instructor, but all topics will be covered.
- Introduction
- Baseline Exam Introduction and Score Sheet
- PMI-ACP Application Requirements & Process
- PMI-ACP Exam Specification
- Standardized Exam Strategies & Tips
- The Agile Manifesto
- Value Pairs
- 12 Principles
- Agile Methodologies
- Scrum – Roles, Ceremonies, Artifacts
- eXtreme Programming – Roles, 12 Practices
- Lean – 7 Principles
- Project Justification & Chartering
- Agile Teams & Team Spaces
- Agile Analysis
- Sprint Exam
- Agile Planning
- Agile Estimating
- Working with Agile
- Course Final Exam
- Course Wrap-Up and Next Steps
The ‘virtual’ locations are our course options held online via GotoWebinar. These are live, instructor-led, in real time over two consecutive days, and structured just like our live class—except you’ll attend from your computer so no travel is needed. Attend our Boot Camp without leaving your base camp.
PDU Breakdown: 16 Ways of Working (Technical) + 1 Power Skills (Leadership) + 1 Business Acumen (Strategic); the remaining 3 Ways of Working (Technical) PDUs are achieved through the InSite Practice Test A.
Note that the cost of the exam is not included in course tuition and should be paid directly to PMI.
The 2-day PMI-ACP exam prep course price includes the following:
• Instruction from a PMI-ACP and PMP-certified Velociteach instructor with extensive industry experience
• The best -selling book The PMI-ACP Exam: How to Pass on Your First Try, by Velociteach founder CEO Andy Crowe
• Course workbook containing quizzes, exercises, and interactive lessons
• eLearning: 6-month access to InSite, Velociteach’s interactive eLearning system, with 120 practice questions
• PMI-ACP exam application assistance
• Ongoing, post-class support by Velociteach’s training team
• 21 hours of agile-related education (also counts as 21 PDUs for current PMPs and 25 CPE credits where applicable)
No advance reading or preparation is required for this course; however, students may choose to begin reading the course textbook ahead of time. This is suggested but not required.
Those who plan to take the PMI-ACP Exam upon completion of this course should meet PMI’s requirements for PMI-ACP certification and complete the exam application process with PMI.
If you take one of our Instructor-led, Onsite or Virtual Certification Prep courses and don’t pass the exam after 3 tries within 1 year of your class date, we’ll refund 100% of your tuition. No fine print, no stipulations. Get certified, or get your money back. Period.
If for some reason you do not pass the exam after the first attempt, Velociteach will never leave you hanging! We will ask for your exam analysis report and prepare a personalized detailed study plan for you. In the event of exam failure, you are also welcome to sit in on a future virtual PMI-ACP class free of charge. For more policy details please visit our guarantee and policies page.
We understand that sometimes, unavoidable conflicts arise after you register for a class. For our public, open-enrollment classes, we have policies in place to assist should you need to reschedule or cancel your enrollment in our class. Please see our Guarantees & Policies page for detailed information about class changes and cancellations.
Yes, you can! All of our InSite courses qualify for Professional Development Units (PDUs) through PMI®. We’ve aligned them to meet the requirements of the PMI Talent Triangle™ making it easy for you to submit them with PMI. We’ve created step-by-step instructions to claiming your PDUs here.
Yes! Once you have completed a course, you can generate a Certificate of Completion. For security purposes, the name on the account is the only name that can be printed on your Certificates of Completion. If you legally change your name, you can call our Operations Team @ (866) 243-4877 to update your account information.
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Great question! When you purchase a bundle, each course in that bundle is uploaded to your InSite account. You can activate each course individually which will give you time to pace your learning in a timeframe that is most convenient for you. Remember, the time period begins when you activate the course rather than when you purchase it.
InSite Support is available to help you with any issues! Give us a call at 770-424-3535 or email us at InSite@Velociteach.com.
Not at all! While some courses are specifically designed for Project Managers, our content is beneficial for anyone seeking to advance personally or professionally. We partner with thought-leaders across multiple industries to provide content on topics such as leadership, communication, organizational transformation, productivity, and so much more. Check out our full course list here.
Our courses are mobile friendly, so you can use a computer, smartphone or tablet as long as you have internet access.
That depends on what you buy. Each PDU course will provide you with 6-months access to the online classroom. If you are taking an exam preparation course, you’ll be able to select your subscription length from a larger number of choices (1-week, 1-month, 3-months or 6-months.) The best part is that the time period begins when you activate the course rather than when you purchase it.
Each individual course offers a Free Trial giving you the opportunity to look inside the virtual classroom. Although the access is limited, you can view the full course outline and several unlocked modules to give you a better feel for the content, author and overall class experience! Learn more here.
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Absolutely – The Pass The PMP prep course is perfect for you! Once you complete the course (including the activities in the media center), you will have accomplished 35 hours of training and will be able to print a certificate of completion. If audited by PMI®, simply send them a copy of your certificate.
Keep in mind, that we also have 3 additional practice tests that can be purchased together or individually. We have also packaged all 4 courses into a bundle which we offer at a 20% discount.
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Upon completion of your InSite course, you will be prompted to print your well-deserved Certificate of Completion. Later, it can be found on your InSite Dashboard under My Certificates.
We can certainly offer a group discount. Shoot us an email at InSite@Velociteach.com with any questions, and we will get back to you directly!
Looking to buy multiple courses? Check out our bundles which are always discounted. Don’t see exactly what you need? Use our Build Your Own Bundle tool to create the perfect bundle for you!
We make it easy! At the time of purchase, you will receive an automated email that includes your receipt!
We think you’ll find InSite to be just what you need to prep for PMI’s certification exams and earn your PDUs, but if for any reason you are not satisfied, contact our office within 5 business days of the purchase date and we’ll give you your money back. Please note that we cannot refund the price of a course once your certificate of completion has been generated. See our full terms and conditions here. Call 888-568-2527 or e-mail us at insite@velociteach.com for more details.
YES! Don’t see a bundle that fits your exact needs? Create your own with our Build Your Own Bundle tool. 3 or more courses make a bundle. The more you add, the more you save!
Yes! Some of our InSite courses qualify for HR re-certification credits. Your certificate of completion will have course information for PMI, HRCI and SHRM making it easy to report. Ask us for a full list of HR courses today!
You can report your PDUs and check your current PDU balance directly through PMI. For your convenience, we’ve created step-by-step instructions to claiming your PDUs here.
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