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CAPM Certification Training

The CAPM certification is a crucial stepping-stone on your path to career advancement. This course is ideal for professionals in any industry who want to build on their current skillset or pursue an exciting new career.

Get certified to find opportunities for entry-level project management roles like project coordinator associate and junior project manager. 

Kick-start your project management career with CAPM® Certification.
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Get ready for the CAPM Certification Exam

The Certified Associate of Project Management (CAPM)® is a globally recognised certification ideal for anyone taking the first step in building a career in project management.

Our focused approach to CAPM exam preparation is designed to give you a comprehensive knowledge of project management fundamental principles and core concepts, as well as an understanding of the practical implementation of predictive, agile and hybrid approaches.

This CAPM certification course conforms to the new CAPM 2023 exam, and your instructor is a certified PMI practitioner with extensive real-industry experience. In addition, this CAPM course gives you the 23 contact hours of project management education required to apply for the exam.

Get the tools to devise a structured study plan and earn your CAPM certification to distinguish yourself a skilled project management professional.

What will I learn?

The content of this course is based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), the Agile Practice Guide, and the CAPM exam content outline. To help you take the next step in your career, we will give you:
  • Interactive instructor-led training
  • Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) samples
  • Exam application guidance and tips

Browse more information about the course modules, what’s included in the student pack, and check if you are eligible to apply for the CAPM exam.
Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you will be able to: 

  • Identify of the various project life cycles and processes. 
  • Understand project management planning, project roles and responsibilities. 
  • Follow and execute planned strategies or frameworks. 
  • Apply common problem-solving tools and techniques. 
  • Explain when it is appropriate to use a predictive, plan-based or adaptive approach. 
  • Create a project management plan schedule. 
  • Document project controls of predictive, plan-based and adaptive projects. 
  • Plan project iterations. 
  • Explain the components of an adaptive plan. 
  • Prepare and execute task management steps. 
  • Understand business analysis (BA) roles and responsibilities. 
  • Conduct stakeholder communication. 
  • Determine how to gather and validate requirements through product delivery. 
  • Demonstrate an understanding of product roadmaps. 
  • Determine how project methodologies influence business analysis processes. 
Course Modules

These modules are designed to help you lean in a results-driven, interactive learning environment to give you all the knowledge and tools needed to pass the CAPM certification exam and achieve your career progression goals:

 

Project Management Fundamentals
  • Project life cycles and processes
  • Planning for project schedule, cost, quality, and risks
  • Project roles and responsibilities
  • Following and executing project plans
  • Problem-solving skills, tools and techniques
Predictive Methodologies
  • Using a predictive, plan-based approach
  • Planning the schedule of a predictive project
  • Documenting and controlling a predictive, plan-based project
Agile Frameworks and Methodologies
  • Appropriately adopting an adaptive approach
  • Planning project iterations
  • Documenting an adaptive project
  • Creating an adaptive plan
  • Preparing and executing project tasks
Business Analysis Frameworks
  • Business Analysis (BA) roles and responsibilities
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Requirements collection
  • Product roadmap
  • Business analysis processes in Adaptive and/or Predictive projects
  • Requirements validation through product delivery
Exam Preparation
  • Overview of exam structure and format 
  • Exam application guidance 
  • Practical tips to successfully complete exam questions 
CAPM Student Pack

For Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM®) exam preparation success you will receive: 

  • Our reputation as Ireland’s premier certification authority
  • 23 contact hours required to take the exam
  • Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) exam samples  
  • Tips on answering exam questions successfully
  • Exam application guidance
CAPM Exam Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to sit for the PMI CAPM exam, a candidate must first meet the following specific education and professional requirements: 

  • Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma or global equivalent) 
  • 23 contact hours of formal training in project management or CAPM® certification 
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Is a CAPM Certification worth it?

According to PMI, research indicates 25 million new project management oriented employees are needed to meet global talent demands by 2030. This is the best moment to start your career in this field. 

Investing in a CAPM certification will give you: 

  • Understanding of the best project management practices
  • Project management credibility and knowledge
  • Better career opportunities
  • Global recognition 
  • Increase salary prospects
  • Personal growth and increased confidence in your work
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This course is perfect for ...

This training is ideal for aspiring project management practitioners who wish to:

  • Obtain the required 23 contact hours of project management education to apply for the CAPM exam
  • Obtain an entry-level project management position
  • Be part of larger projects and gain more responsibilities and management skills 
  • Gain a clear understanding of project management processes, best practices, and approaches 
  • Gain the required experience to become a project manager in the future and qualify for the PMP certification exam

 

Not sure if this course is for you? Schedule a call to speak with an educational adviser.

Why Study With Us?
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Project Management Experts
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Reputation & History
  • Established in 1989 as the first Irish professional body dedicated to the promotion of project management as a discipline.
  • Trained 40,000 Professionals and Certified 6,000 Project Managers.
  • National Body for IPMA® in Ireland.
  • First Project Management Professional Certification exam hosted in Ireland.
  • Globally recognized certification body
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Project Management Experts

The Institute is a specialist organisation dealing solely with the discipline of project, programme and portfolio management. Unlike other organisations, which offer a large variety of training programmes across many functional areas, our focus is purely on project management education.

As a result, we attract the highest calibre of international lecturers – who offer invaluable knowledge to our students.

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Earn the CAPM Certification

Earning your CAPM Certification is a commitment, and that’s why it is valuable. CAPM is one of the most popular certifications by PMI® USA. It validates that you have the necessary knowledge of common practices used by an associate-level project manager.

Ace your CAPM exam an encompassing preparation training designed to help you successfully achieve your certification goals.

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Unparalleled Expertise

Our graduates are instructed by a world-class faculty composed by a group of subject matter experts with unparalleled proficiency and knowledge in project, programme and portfolio management.

Lecturers range from Project Directors to former Heads of Project Management Certification Authorities.

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Student Hub & Community

Our dedicated Student Support team is here to help you stay relevant and connected to achieve your goals.

Joining the Institute’s community offers you an immersive and engaging learning experience where flexibility and interaction are key. Classroom and virtual learners will gain access to the Institute’s hub where they can find additional online resources and connect with other participants to brainstorm, be inspired and share ideas.

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What Our Students Say About Us

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Trevor Guidera

Senior Project Manager
Jan 10th
Great course, structure, content and lectures. An excellent distance learning experience given the challenging times we have.

Barry O’Sullivan

Project Manager - Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail
Feb 18th
Well rounded course content and lecturers. Highly recommended course. It will up-skill you and provide the necessary tools & techniques needed to manage modern day projects.
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Jennie McBride

Billing & Cloud Platform Specialist - Thesaurus Software
June 24th
I recently completed a project management qualification through IPM and while the course content was comprehensive, it was manageable. Many of the lecturers are industry professionals whose real world experience is valuable and insightful.

Sean Halligan

Contractor Deployment Manager - Esb Networks
Dec 7th
Having the option to view recorded lectures really helped me. This course has already proven itself useful in my current role and will be invaluable in my project management career going forward.

Des Quinn

Head Lean & Operations Development - Sulzer
Oct 11th
IPM as a training provider offer a first class service. Easy to understand lectures with expert tutors to support. I completed the Project Management diploma course and I can easily put what I learned into practice in real World situations.
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Trevor Guidera

Senior Project Manager
Jan 10th
Great course, structure, content and lectures. An excellent distance learning experience given the challenging times we have.

Barry O’Sullivan

Project Manager - Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail
Feb 18th
Well rounded course content and lecturers. Highly recommended course. It will up-skill you and provide the necessary tools & techniques needed to manage modern day projects.
26

Jennie McBride

Billing & Cloud Platform Specialist - Thesaurus Software
June 24th
I recently completed a project management qualification through IPM and while the course content was comprehensive, it was manageable. Many of the lecturers are industry professionals whose real world experience is valuable and insightful.

Sean Halligan

Contractor Deployment Manager - Esb Networks
Dec 7th
Having the option to view recorded lectures really helped me. This course has already proven itself useful in my current role and will be invaluable in my project management career going forward.

Des Quinn

Head Lean & Operations Development - Sulzer
Oct 11th
IPM as a training provider offer a first class service. Easy to understand lectures with expert tutors to support. I completed the Project Management diploma course and I can easily put what I learned into practice in real World situations.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Find your questions answered and everything you need to know about the course.

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Am I eligible to sit for the CAPM® Exam?

To be eligible to sit for the CAPM exam, you must first meet the following prerequisites: 

  • Secondary degree, such as a high school diploma, GED (general educational development), or global equivalent  
  • 23 hours of project management education completed before the exam, which can be fulfilled by taking our CAPM certification training 
How do I get CAPM certified?

Firstly, you need make sure you meet the CAPM exam eligibility requirements. For that, you will need the required 23 hours of training this course will offer you. PMI advises the coursework must be completed at the time of your examination.

 

Then, you need to make your exam application online at www.PMI.org and provide some basic general Information, such as your name, address, educational background and the required hours of project management education.

 

PMI will verify your application and, once it is accepted, they will send you further instructions to pay the examination fee of US$300.00 and schedule the exam. Typically, processing times are quick, but if your application is selected for an audit, it might take a little longer.

What is the CAPM Certification cost?

The CAPM exam and certification are administered by the certification body, which is PMI USA. The examination fees are currently US$225 for PMI members and US$300 for non-members. The fee is paid directly to PMI USA.

How can I obtain 23 hours of formal training on PM?

You can gain 23 hours of formal training in project management by doing our exam preparation course, the CAPM Certification Training.

What is included in the course fee?

The course fees include access to all course materials on the Student Hub, live expert-led virtual classes, recordings for a limited period of time and unlimited support from our Student Support team.

What are the delivery formats available for this course?
  • Online. Classes typically run over three consecutive days online from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Your instructor is a certified PMP practitioner with real-industry experience. Do not worry about missing an online class – a recording of each online class will be available for playback in the Student Hub for a limited period of time.  
  • Classroom. Choose classes on campus for in-person learning with industry-expert lecturers. Classes run at the National College of Ireland (Dublin). Please note the scheduling of classroom courses may have been affected by Covid-19. 
Is the course suitable to people without former project management knowledge/experience?

The CAPM course is ideally suitable for aspiring project management professionals from various industry backgrounds. As such, prior knowledge or experience in project management is not required.

Is the course applicable to any industry?

Yes, the content of this course is suitable for various industry sectors. We have students from different backgrounds – such as engineering, pharmaceuticals, design, construction, IT and many others.

How will this course help with my career?

This course curriculum is designed by certified PMI industry-experts to help you gain confidence to go forward in your career and show you have the skills to drive project results and increase your organisation’s impact in the global business environment.

How long does it take to get CAPM certified?

You should make your application at www.PMI.org and schedule your exam as soon as you finish the course. Please read the instructions carefully to avoid delays in processing your application.

 

However, plan to spend some time studying the core material while preparing for the exam. As you can appreciate, this is very dependent on each individual’s capability.

 

After the application is approved, PMI will e-mail you examination scheduling instructions with your eligibility code, which you will need when scheduling your exam appointment.

Will recordings be available if I miss a class?

A recording of each online class will be available for playback in the Student Hub for a limited period of time, so you do not need to worry about missing a class.