{"id":3826,"date":"2021-11-02T09:36:17","date_gmt":"2021-11-02T14:36:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/?p=3826"},"modified":"2023-07-11T08:58:35","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T13:58:35","slug":"scheduling-your-pmp-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Scheduling Your PMP\u00ae Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Earning the Project Management Institute\u2019s (PMI) globally recognized Project Management Professional (PMP)\u00ae certification begins long before you find out your PMP exam score. In fact, you must have an approved application before you can even look at dates to schedule and take the PMP Certification exam. To earn the coveted PMP certification status, it is important to know the <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/pmp-certification-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP exam requirements<\/a>, how to prepare for the PMP exam itself, and what to expect for the PMP exam day experience. A failure to plan and prepare will increase the risk of a failing PMP exam score thus adding costs to the process for any PMP exam retake fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>On this page:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#needed\">What is needed to schedule your PMP certification exam<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#how-to-schedule\">How to schedule your PMP certification exam<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#how-to-reschedule\">How to reschedule or cancel your PMP certification exam<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#checklist\">Checklist for scheduling your PMP certification exam<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#exam-overview\">PMP certification exam overview<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#before-exam-day\">Before PMP certification exam day<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/scheduling-your-pmp-exam\/#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1.png\" alt=\"7 Secrets to Passing the PMP Exam\" class=\"wp-image-98\" width=\"402\" height=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1.png 803w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1-300x113.png 300w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1-768x290.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\t\thbspt.enqueueForm({\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tportalId: 3294842,\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tformId: \"4091cf73-280a-4cd8-be87-aec72cada392\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttarget: \"#hbspt-form-1776542280000-4330545983\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tregion: \"na1\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hbspt-form\" id=\"hbspt-form-1776542280000-4330545983\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"needed\">What is needed to schedule your PMP certification exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how many years of experience you have worked as a project manager, you cannot simply Google \u201cPMP exam\u201d and sign up for a PMP exam. PMI carefully manages each step of the overall PMP credentialing process which begins with the requirements to get the opportunity to sit for the PMP exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>PMP certification application requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the PMI website, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">educational and experience requirements for starting the PMP exam<\/a> process are provided. Note there are specific schooling levels, training hours, and work experience requirements for the PMP exam application; each requirement must be documented and verifiable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"708\" height=\"134\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01084717\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01084717\/image.png 708w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01084717\/image-300x57.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/your-pmp-application-checklist.pdf?v=19b658fe-b091-4156-bb40-7e1422200ad0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI\u2019s PMP Application Checklist<\/a> to guide your efforts and ensure you are ready for the next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"191\" height=\"245\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01084743\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3828\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For the work experience requirement, note clear information and documentation of your claims is needed. Make sure you have information for: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\/earn-the-pmp\/how-to-apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">where you have worked, your role and responsibilities, and the duration of projects<\/a>. Your PMP application will be denied if you do not meet the work experience requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The education and training hours must also be supported by specific information and documentation including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\/earn-the-pmp\/how-to-apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">institutions attended, courses completed, and qualifying hours.<\/a> Failure to have all of the<a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/pmp-certification-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> PMP application requirements<\/a> for education and training will lead to a denied PMP application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>PMP exam application audit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PMI randomly selects applications for audit as part of continuous governance and quality standards for PMP credentialing. If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/audit-instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP exam application is selected for an audit<\/a>, you will need to provide specific documentation for each component. If you fail the PMP application auditing process, you will not be allowed to schedule for the PMP exam itself. Learn more about the PMP application audit process on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/certification-resources\/faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI\u2019s Certification Resources FAQ page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>PMP certification exam fees<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After you have submitted the PMP exam application on the PMI website, they will review it. If not selected for an audit nor denied for missing requirements, your PMP application will be approved. With that PMP application approval, PMI will provide you with instructions for scheduling your PMP exam and charge you an exam fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>PMI Member price in 2021:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; $ 405 (US dollars)<\/li><li>PMI Non-member price in 2021:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; $ 555 (US dollars)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The fee must be paid in full in order to schedule your PMP certification exam session. You cannot schedule your PMP exam without an approved application and fees paid in full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get ready for the PMP certification exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The PMP exam certification process includes not only years of working in the profession, hours of focused training, but also the discipline to complete an in-depth application. Here\u2019s a checklist for the steps needed before scheduling your PMP certification exam date:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Carefully review PMP certification exam application<\/li><li>Ensure you have <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/pmp-certification-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP certification requirements<\/a> (education and experience)<\/li><li>Create a PMI.org account to submit an application<\/li><li>Submit a completed PMP certification exam application<\/li><li>Pay PMP exam fees (pending approved application)<\/li><li>Save your PMI Eligibility ID from the scheduling notification<\/li><li>Create an exam study plan<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-schedule\">How to schedule your PMP certification exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When scheduling your PMP exam, look for a date that will provide you ample&nbsp;time to prepare and study, including PMP exam prep classes, bootcamps, and even practice PMP exams. PMI provides a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seven-page instruction list<\/a> for scheduling a PMP certification exam session. All PMP exam certification sessions are managed by the third-party proctoring service, Pearson VUE testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Test Administrators | Pearson VUE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have your unique PMI Eligibility ID from your PMI scheduling notification available, then go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/pmi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearson VUE site for the most current testing protocols<\/a> and information. There are both online and in-person options available. However, not all PMI exams are available at all testing centers. Use Pearson VUE\u2019s \u201cseat availability\u201d tool to confirm specific PMP exam availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can schedule your PMP exam, whether a <a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/pmi\/onvue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">proctored online version<\/a> or in person at a testing site, either online or by phone. Speak with both PMI and a Person VUE representative if you have testing accommodation needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Changes in the PMP certification exam administration due to Covid-19<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The global health crisis triggered by the spread of Covid-19 in 2020 had a direct impact on the PMP certification exam schedule. While in 2018 and 2019 all testing had to be completed onsite at an official testing center, 2020 travel and safety requirements sparked the need for more widely available online PMP exam testing options. <a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/pmi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearson VUE provides this PMP exam information related to Covid-19 changes<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\"><strong><em>COVID-related testing information<\/em><\/strong> <br><\/span><em>Most Pearson Professional Centers (PPCs) are open for exam delivery. We also continue to deliver exams to any third-party test centers (PVTC and PVTC Selects) with the ability to operate, though some may be operating at limited or changed capacity based on their own discretion or in response to government mandates. Visit our&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/coronavirus-update\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>COVID-19 information page<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;for the latest information regarding exam requirements, health and safety practices, and any country-specific policies.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information around Covid-19 related testing changes, including rescheduling and refunds, access the <a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/Test-takers\/Resources.aspx?ot=collapse156\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearson VUE PMP exam Frequently Asked Questions page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Information needed to schedule your PMP certification exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are looking to take your PMP certification exam in-person at a testing site or in a proctored online setting, you need the following information as you look for dates and locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>PMI Eligibility ID<\/li><li>Testing Program: PMI<\/li><li>Name of Examination<\/li><li>Your PMI ID<\/li><li>Verify your first\/last name, email, address, and phone number listed in your PMP application<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Find a PMP certification exam testing location<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Prior to finding the PMP certification exam schedule or dates, determine your testing location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Search for PMP test center locations on the <a href=\"https:\/\/wsr.pearsonvue.com\/testtaker\/registration\/SelectTestCenterProximity\/PMI?conversationId=2334529\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearson VUE website<\/a><\/li><li>Schedule the PMP exam:<ul><li>online via <a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/pmi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearson VUE website<\/a><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>by phone via Person VUE customer service<ul><li>Monday \u2013 Friday, 7:00 a.m.\u20137:00 p.m. CT (closed on local holidays)<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Number: +1 866 241 5527 (toll-free) \/ +1 952 905 7397 (toll)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scheduling your PMP certification exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP certification exam dates will vary by location and testing format (proctored online or in-person at a testing site). Once you have selected a location, format, and date, you will receive an email confirmation of your PMP examination appointment. You will also be able to retrieve your PMP certification exam schedule confirmation from the Pearson VUE website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Studying for the PMP Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/free-pmp-questions\" style=\"border-radius:2px;background-color:#366194\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP Practice Questions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-reschedule\">How to reschedule or cancel your PMP certification exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite all of your best efforts, the unexpected can happen and you may need to reschedule or even cancel your PMP certification exam date. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">specific procedures to follow for rescheduling or cancelation of PMP certification exam dates<\/a>, in addition to fees incurred for the change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reschedule or cancel confirmed exam certification date<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI\u2019s PMP exam instruction guide<\/a> lists these steps to reschedule or cancel your PMP certification exam dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Log in to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI.org<\/a> with your account information<\/li><li>Navigate to <em>myPMI<\/em><\/li><li>Click on <em>Review Application Status<\/em><\/li><li>Click <em>Reschedule Exam or Cancel Exam<\/em>.<\/li><li>Follow the guidance to schedule your exam through Pearson VUE<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rescheduling and cancelation fees<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As of October 2021, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI\u2019s PMP exam instruction guide<\/a> lists exam change fees as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Before 30 Days \u2192 No Fee<\/li><li>Within 30 Days \u2192 $70<\/li><li>Within 48 Hours \u2192 You forfeit the entire exam fee<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Be careful as you plan and schedule your PMP exam date to prevent the wasted time and cost associated with rescheduling or canceling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\" id=\"checklist\">Checklist for scheduling your PMP certification exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have the required PMP certification exam schedule information ready<\/li><li>You understand testing changes due to Covid-19<\/li><li>You found a PMP certification exam location<\/li><li>You scheduled your PMP certification exam date<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"exam-overview\">PMP certification exam overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PMP certification exam of 2021 does not reflect the exam as it was structured in 2015, 2018, 2019, or even 2020. This is because the exam evolves to stay aligned with global project management best practices. As of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\/earn-the-pmp\/pmp-exam-preparation\/pmp-exam-updates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2021, the PMP certification exam has three content domains: <\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>PEOPLE<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;\u2013 emphasizing the soft skills you need to effectively lead a project team in today&#8217;s changing environment<\/em><em><\/em><\/li><li><strong><em>PROCESS<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;\u2013 reinforcing the technical aspects of successfully managing projects<\/em><em><\/em><\/li><li><strong><em>BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;\u2013 highlighting the connection between projects and organizational strategy<\/em><em><\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>The time needed to prep for PMP certification exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not the time to block off a day to cram and hope for the best. One survey of 100 PMP\u00ae credential holders asked how long they studied, and the answers ranged from a week to <a href=\"http:\/\/pmexamlessonslearned.com\/pmp\/pmp-exam-preparation-faq\/3\/#.X1JGmHlKgdU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 months<\/a>! The conclusion was about <a href=\"http:\/\/pmexamlessonslearned.com\/pmp\/pmp-exam-preparation-faq\/3\/#.X1JGmHlKgdU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 months of 2 &#8211; 3 hours of daily study<\/a> (so roughly, 90days x 2.5 hours = 225 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the time needed to prep and study in mind as you look at PMP certification exam dates; pick a PMP exam date that allows you time to attend training and complete practice tests. It can be very helpful to have training or bootcamp dates available at the same time you are looking at PMP certification exam dates. <a>You want to complete your PMP certification exam training with a realistic amount of time available for you to take the bootcamp, solidify what you learned, and then take the exam so it is fresh in your mind. <\/a><a href=\"#_msocom_1\">[RG1]<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to prep for the PMP certification exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Management Academy\u2019s PMP\u00ae Exam Prep Strategy Guide includes great advice for the aspiring PMP\u00ae credential holder: <strong>Allow Sufficient Time to Prepare<\/strong>. Your PMP\u00ae exam preparation should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>select a PMP\u00ae Exam prep course from a <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/why-choose-a-pmi-authorized-training-partner-atp-for-your-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI Authorized Training<\/a> Provider<\/li><li>review the <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/pmp-certification-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP\u00ae certification requirements<\/a> from PMI (passing the exam is only one part)<\/li><li>create (and stick to it!) a study schedule that includes review materials and practice exams<\/li><li>manage your exam prep schedule with time for study, prep course, practice exams, application, and exam day<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Through years of experience helping professionals prepare for the very unique PMP\u00ae exam, <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/course-instructor-bio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Project Management Academy instructors<\/a>\u00a0have seen a consistently higher exam pass rate for students who have a plan with each of those components regardless of their project management experience on the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prep course will help orient you to the unusual way the PMI may ask questions and how the PMI technicalities and terms are woven into the exam. Remember, the PMP\u00ae exam is not a test of your project management abilities, it is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/types\/project-management-pmp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">test of your knowledge of PMI standards<\/a> and recommended practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>How the PMP certification exam has evolved<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note a PMP exam change was announced in 2020 and implemented in 2021; it aligns with content from the <em>A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge<\/em> (<em>PMBOK<\/em>\u00ae<em> Guide<\/em>) <em>\u2013 7th Edition, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\/earn-the-pmp\/pmp-exam-preparation\/pmp-reference-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">several other notable project management references<\/a><\/em>. Whereas the 2020 PMP certification exam was mostly shaped by content in the <em>PMBOK<\/em>\u00ae<em> Guide <\/em>\u2013 6<sup>th<\/sup> Edition, the exam in 2021 and beyond assesses your knowledge of a broad spectrum of project management topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those planning to take the PMP often ask PMP certification holders questions like, \u201cwhat should I expect on the exam\u201d or \u201chow many questions were on the exam about [topic]?\u201d Note the PMP exam has changed over the years, so if you are getting insights from someone who took the exam in 2018 or 2019 their experience may not be relevant in terms of testing environment (onsite vs proctored online) or even content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, the 2015 Examination Content Outline was changed for the 2021 exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>DOMAIN<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ECO 2015<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ECO 2021<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>I<\/td><td>Initiating<\/td><td>People<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>II<\/td><td>Planning<\/td><td>Process<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>III<\/td><td>Executing<\/td><td>Business Environment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IV<\/td><td>Monitoring &amp; Controlling<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>V<\/td><td>Closing<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Always be sure you are using current PMP certification exam prep materials. No one wants to put in the time and effort to prep only to find out during the exam that the content focus areas have been changed. Using a <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/why-choose-a-pmi-authorized-training-partner-atp-for-your-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI Authorized Training<\/a> Provider ensures what you practice and study will reflect what you experience during the PMP certification exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Structure and duration of the PMP certification exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As shared by PMI, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/certifications\/project-management-pmp\/earn-the-pmp\/pmp-exam-preparation\/pmp-exam-updates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP certification exam is comprised<\/a> of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>180 questions in a combination of multiple-choice, multiple responses, matching, hotspot, and limited fill-in-the-blank.&nbsp;<\/em><em><\/em><\/li><li><em>230 minutes allotted to complete, with two 10-minute breaks.<\/em><em><\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note the PMP certification exam will have both knowledge check items (like definitions and tools) but also knowledge application items (like what is the best choice for a specific situation). In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/pmp-examination-content-outline.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2021 PMI Examination Content Outline<\/a>, PMI shares:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cAbout half of the examination will represent predictive project management approaches and the other half will represent agile or hybrid approaches. Predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches will be found throughout the three domain areas listed above and are not isolated to any particular domain or task.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/project-management-professional-exam-outline.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI\u2019s exam content outline for 2021<\/a> also provides this distribution of questions by domains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"527\" height=\"186\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01090243\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3829\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01090243\/image-2.png 527w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/11\/01090243\/image-2-300x106.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 527px) 100vw, 527px\" \/><figcaption><em>1Source: https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/project-management-professional-exam-outline.pdf<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the <em>A Guide to the<\/em> <em>Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide<\/em> (PMBOK) is a key source, it is by no means the only information used to craft the PMP certification exam questions. Using a PMI approved training solution is the best way to gain insights into the exam structure, approach, and content because PMI provides approved training providers the materials used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>PMP certification exam day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You have an approved application, paid the PMP exam fees, and studied hard. It is test day and you are well-rested, on time for the exam, parked, and ready to go. What could go wrong?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get turned away if your identification is the wrong form or if you try to bring in a prohibited item<a>.<\/a><a href=\"#_msocom_1\">[RG1]<\/a>&nbsp; That pack of crackers you want for a mid-exam snack could cost you the opportunity to become a &nbsp;PMP credential holder!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>It is vital that on your PMP certification exam date you follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>ALL<\/em><\/strong> of the check-in procedures<\/a>, whether onsite at a testing center or online with a proctor. Failure to have approved identification documentation or attempts to bring in contraband will forfeit your PMP exam opportunity. So, before your scheduled PMP certification exam, be sure you know what you can and cannot bring, plus what information you must have ready for access to the testing center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"before-exam-day\">Before PMP certification exam day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>STUDY!!! Complete PMP exam prep training and practice exams<\/li><li>Be ready for an on-site testing center<ul><li>Have information about how to access the test center<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Know how long it takes to drive to the testing center<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Know where to park<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Know what you can and cannot take into the testing center<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Have secure testing space for the online exam with a proctor<ul><li>Have information about online testing access<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Have strong and reliable internet access<\/li><\/ul><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/pmp-certification-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Meet all technical requirements<\/a> for testing<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Be prepared to coordinate with a proctor<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Get a good night\u2019s sleep before exam day no matter how you are taking the exam!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to expect from the Pearson VUE testing center<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>What to bring to the testing center<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be at the testing center ready to sign in 30 minutes before the scheduled appointment to allow for the check-in process. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">For an onsite testing appointment<\/a>, bring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>PMI ID number<\/li><li>PMI confirmation number<\/li><li>a valid and current (non-expired) form of government-issued identification that includes:<ol><li>English characters\/translation<\/li><\/ol><ol><li>Your photograph<\/li><\/ol><ol><li>Your signature<\/li><\/ol><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Acceptable forms of government-issued identification include a valid driver\u2019s license, valid military ID, valid passport, or valid national identification card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>What not to bring to a testing center<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure you know not only what is required for the testing center, but the items that are prohibited. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exam Scheduling Instructions for Pearson VUE testing (updated June 2020)<\/a> for a listing of prohibited items including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>food, beverages book bags, coats, sweaters, luggage, calculators, eyeglass cases, pagers, cell telephones, tape recorders, dictionaries, watches, wallets, medication, eye drops, any personal items<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you try to bring them in, you will be prevented from entering and not allowed to take the PMP certification exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Test accommodations with Pearson VUE<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exam Scheduling Instructions for Pearson VUE testing (updated June 2020)<\/a> includes contact information for those granted test accommodations from PMI:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>Candidates who live inside North America must call the Pearson VUE Accommodation Specialist Department at +1 800 466 0450<\/em><\/li><li><em>Candidates who live outside North America must contact the Pearson VUE Contact Center in their region. Please visit <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pearsonvue.com\/pmi\/contact\"><em>http:\/\/www.pearsonvue.com\/pmi\/contact<\/em><\/a><em> for contact information.<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You must contact Pearson VUE with any testing accommodation requirements BEFORE you schedule the PMP certification exam. They will not make any changes once the exam is scheduled; if you need accommodations but schedule the exam first, you will have to cancel (including paying cancelation fees), contact Pearson VUE, and reschedule with the needed accommodations. Learn more at the <a href=\"https:\/\/home.pearsonvue.com\/Test-takers\/Accommodations.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearson VUE PMP certification exam information page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do you get your PMP certification exam results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will receive a general \u201cpass\/fail\u201d notification immediately following submission of your electronic exam. The final testing information is sent by Pearson VUE to PMI, and then you will receive certification documentation from PMI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/update-center\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/exam-schedule-pearson-vue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMI Scheduling Instructions for Person VUE Testing<\/a>, you should also review PMP exam information within the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/project-management-professional-handbook.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP Handbook<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/-\/media\/pmi\/documents\/public\/pdf\/certifications\/pmp-examination-content-outline.pdf?v=149cfab8-bd04-4b7b-bacf-c4b1c5e2d164\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP Exam Content Outline<\/a>. The time and effort to understand the PMP certification exam process, including the exam application itself and how to schedule the exam, will position you for a successful testing outcome. It is a rigorous and demanding exam. Study hard and plan carefully. The reward is an internationally recognized professional achievement with the potential to propel your career forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>Upcoming PMP Certification Training &#8211; Live &amp; Online Classes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><table class=\"table table-striped table-bordered table-responsive-sm font-md mt-5 mb-0 d-none d-md-table\"><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Date<\/td><td>Place<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Earning the Project Management Institute\u2019s (PMI) globally recognized Project Management Professional (PMP)\u00ae certification begins long before you find out your PMP exam score. 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