Frequently Asked Questions

PMI requires: (1) a four-year degree plus 36 months of documented project management experience, OR a high school diploma plus 60 months of PM experience; and (2) 35 hours of formal PM education. Our PMP certification training and PMP bootcamp both satisfy the 35-hour requirement.

With our live-virtual training, most students submit their PMI application on the final day of class. PMI approves applications in 5–10 business days. After approval, students schedule with Pearson VUE and typically sit the exam within 30–45 days of completing training.

Both are 4-day live-virtual courses that satisfy PMI's 35-hour requirement. The PMP Certification Training ($1,995) follows a standard daily schedule (9am–5pm). The PMP Bootcamp ($2,495) is a more intensive format (9am–6pm) with additional exam simulation time and is structured specifically for students who want the fastest possible path to exam readiness. Both are covered by our Pass Guarantee.

If you complete our course, follow our post-course study plan, and don't pass the PMP exam on your first attempt, we enroll you in the next available session at no cost. No fine print beyond those two conditions.

The PMP exam has 180 questions and a 4-hour time limit. Approximately half the questions are scenario-based, testing how you apply PMI's framework rather than testing memorization. Our training includes full 180-question timed mock exams.

PMI charges $405 for members and $555 for non-members. PMI membership costs $139/year and includes a free digital copy of the PMBOK Guide, making membership the better financial choice for most candidates. The exam fee is paid directly to PMI and is separate from our training cost.

Yes. The PMP is available as an online proctored exam through Pearson VUE — you can take it from home or at a Pearson VUE test center. Both options are identical in content and scoring.

PMI updates the PMP Exam Content Outline periodically. The current version (effective 2021, with ongoing updates) requires approximately 50% agile and hybrid content — a significant shift from earlier versions. Our curriculum is fully updated to reflect the current outline, including the 2026 weighting.

PMI requires a secondary school diploma (high school diploma or equivalent) and 23 hours of formal PM education. There is no work experience requirement. Our 3-day CAPM training satisfies the 23-hour requirement entirely.

The PMP is the senior professional credential and requires 36 months of documented PM experience. The CAPM is the entry-level credential with no experience requirement. CAPM training hours count toward the PMP's 35-hour requirement, making the CAPM a structured pathway to the PMP for professionals who aren't yet experience-eligible.

Yes, particularly for professionals who don't yet have the experience for the PMP. The CAPM is recognized globally by employers as evidence of formal PM knowledge. It frequently differentiates candidates for coordinator, analyst, and associate PM roles — especially those competing against candidates without any PMI credential.

Both are 3-day live-virtual courses that satisfy PMI's 23-hour requirement. The CAPM Certification Training ($795) runs at a standard pace (9am–5pm). The CAPM Bootcamp ($995) is a more intensive format (9am–6pm) designed for students who want maximum exam preparation in the shortest time. Both include our Pass Guarantee.

The CAPM exam is 150 multiple-choice questions with a 3-hour time limit. It's administered by Pearson VUE at test centers or online proctored. The updated exam (2023+) includes significant agile and hybrid content alongside traditional predictive PM methodology.

Yes. Your 23 CAPM contact hours apply directly toward the PMP's 35-hour education requirement. When you've accumulated the required PM experience and are ready to pursue the PMP, you can document those hours plus any additional training to reach the 35-hour threshold.

The CPMAI (Certified Professional in AI for Project Management) is a credential for project managers who lead or contribute to AI-driven projects. It covers the AI project lifecycle, data management for PMs, responsible AI governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and practical AI tool application — without requiring a data science background.

No. The CPMAI is designed for project managers, not data scientists. The curriculum addresses AI at the level a PM needs to lead AI projects effectively — understanding concepts, managing data-dependent work, governing AI risks, and measuring business value. No coding or ML engineering skills required.

PMP-holders and experienced PMs moving into AI project delivery; technology and IT program managers overseeing digital transformation; business analysts on AI initiatives; product managers building AI-powered products; and PMO leaders who need to govern AI projects consistently across a portfolio.

Our CPMAI training is a 3-day program, available as live-virtual instructor-led training ($1,495) or self-paced on-demand ($795). Both formats cover the full curriculum including AI project lifecycle, responsible AI, regulatory compliance, and practical AI tool application.

PMI requires 60 PDUs every 3 years to maintain your PMP certification. PDUs must be earned across PMI's Talent Triangle: Technical (minimum 8), Leadership (minimum 8), and Strategic (minimum 8), with the remaining 36 flexible across any category.

The CAPM requires 15 PDUs every 3 years, or you can retake the exam. Unlike the PMP, the CAPM renewal threshold is lower — many CAPM holders use this cycle as a natural point to transition to pursuing the PMP.

We offer a range of on-demand PDU courses covering leadership, agile, risk management, strategic PM, and AI for project managers. PDUs earned through our courses are eligible for reporting to PMI as education PDUs. Visit our PDU Courses page for the current catalog.

Log in to your PMI CCRS (Continuing Certification Requirements System) account at pmi.org. Select 'Report PDUs,' choose 'Education' as the category, and enter our course details. Keep your certificate of completion as documentation — PMI may request it during audits.

We offer live-virtual instructor-led training via video conference — not pre-recorded video. A real PMI-certified instructor leads every session in real time. We also offer self-paced on-demand access for most courses. In-person sessions are available for corporate groups on request.

Live-virtual is a real-time online classroom with a live instructor — you attend scheduled sessions, ask questions, and interact with other students. On-demand is self-paced recorded content you access on your own schedule with no fixed class times. Both formats satisfy PMI's contact hour requirements.

PMP Certification Training: $1,995 (live-virtual) / $995 (on-demand). PMP Bootcamp: $2,495 (live-virtual). CAPM Certification Training: $795 (live-virtual) / $495 (on-demand). CAPM Bootcamp: $995 (live-virtual). CPMAI Training: $1,495 (live-virtual) / $795 (on-demand). Group pricing is available for teams of 3 or more.

Yes — most employers cover PM certification training through professional development or L&D budgets. We provide formal invoicing, purchase orders, and group enrollment support. Veterans: GI Bill and DOD SkillBridge programs may also apply depending on your eligibility status.

We understand schedules change. Contact us at least 5 business days before your session start date to transfer to another session at no charge. Rescheduling requests within 5 business days may be subject to a transfer fee. On-demand students can access content at any time and don't have fixed session dates.

Yes. All students receive a certificate of completion documenting their contact hours. This certificate is what you submit with your PMI application to verify you've met the education requirement. Keep it — PMI may request it during audits of your application or renewal cycle.

Yes. We offer group pricing for teams of 3 or more enrolling in the same course. We can also schedule dedicated private sessions for corporate groups. Contact us with your team size and desired course to get a custom quote.

A computer with a stable internet connection, a webcam, and a microphone. We use a standard video conferencing platform — no special software installation required beyond what you likely already use for work. We'll send connection details after enrollment.