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PMI CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)

Offered by PMI

PMI's entry-level project management certification for those who haven't yet met PMP experience requirements. Covers PMBOK Guide fundamentals, agile, and predictive approaches.

Certification Profile

DifficultyBeginner+
Cost$225–$300
Study Duration8 Weeks~60 total hours
Pass Rate68%
Exam Format

Multiple choice, 150 questions

Worth It Rating
8.2 / 10

Skills Taught

Primary Focus

project managementPMBOKproject planning

Additional Skills

agilerisk managementschedulingbudgetingstakeholder management

Prerequisites

  • High school diploma + 23 hours of project management education

Career & Market Value

Salary Increase+$3,000 – $8,000
Active Job Postings demanding this cert28,000 jobs

Target Career Paths

Junior Project ManagerProject CoordinatorProject AnalystBusiness AnalystPMO DirectorTechnical Project Manager

What certifications should you take after PMI CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)?

After obtaining this certification, consider pursuing the following to advance your credentials:

#1PMI PMP
#2PMI-ACP