Once you’ve decided to go ahead and take the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam, there’s one major step to take next. You have to fill in the application form.
The application form for the PMP® exam is online and accessed via the Project Management Institute (PMI)® website. If you have not filled in an online form like this before, it might look daunting. The site asks you to collect various bits of information, and enter them into the form. You’ll need to show that you meet the criteria for taking the exam and that your experience has covered all the relevant domains.
Don’t let this step stop you from reaching your goal of becoming a PMP credential holder. When you know more about what to expect, the online form suddenly becomes a lot easier to complete!
In this article, we’ll tell you exactly what to expect when you apply for the PMP exam, what information you need to have, and the kinds of things those who review your PMP application are looking for. With a bit of knowledge and preparation, you can put together a really strong PMP application that has every chance of success.
Most of this article is focused on project managers applying for their PMP exam. However, if you are applying for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® or the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® you may find this information useful. There’s a section especially for you later in the article. As you read on, try to think about how the topics discussed could help you make your CAPM® and PMI-ACP® applications stronger. A lot of the best practices for a solid application form overlap with what makes for a successful PMP application.
Let’s get started!
How Do I Apply for PMP Certification?
You can apply for the PMP certification online via the PMI website. The application form asks you to provide information about your project management education and experience to ensure you are eligible to take the exam.
What is the PMP Application Process?
The PMP application process starts when you start filling in your online application form. You have 90 days to complete your application once you start. Once your form is submitted, it is reviewed for completeness, which takes up to 5 days. You will then hear whether you are eligible to take the exam and you’ll be asked to pay the exam fee.
To know for detailed procedure you can check this out - PMP Application Process
How Do I Submit My PMP Application?
You’ve reached the end of the online PMP application form, and you’ve completed every section. The only thing that remains to be done is to click to submit your form.
You should also download a copy of your application for your own records. It can be helpful to have a copy if you are audited or if you need to refer back to it in the future.
When you are happy that the information in your application form is as accurate and complete as it can be, follow the guidance on the screen to submit your form.
Read the terms and agreements. Then tick the boxes stating you agree to those terms and that all the information you have provided is accurate.
Then all you have left to do is click ‘Submit Application’ and it is on its way!
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