PMI® Global Certification Program

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®

Show the world that you possess the foundational knowledge and skills that project teams demand. The CAPM proves that you're ready to take on a wide range of projects—with ways of working that include predictive project management, agile principles, and business analysis.

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1.7M+

PMI certification holders worldwide

$100,750

Average salary for CAPM-certified PMs

In-demand professional certification

CAPM® Certified Associate

No experience required

Ideal for early-career professionals, project contributors, administrators, analysts, and coordinators entering project management.

Member Price $225

Non-Member $300

Duration 180 Mins

Requirements Check

Check Your Eligibility

Before you apply, make sure you meet the foundational requirements to earn your CAPM certification.

1. Education Level

Secondary Degree or Higher

High school diploma, GED (general educational development), or global educational equivalent.

2. Age Requirement

At least 18 years old

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of submitting their exam application.

3. Project Management Education

23 hours of formal PM education completed before taking the exam. Fulfill via:

GreenLeaf Instructor-Led CAPM® Course
PMI On-Demand CAPM Exam Prep Course

Step-By-Step Guidance

Your Path to CAPM® Certification

Follow these 5 structured steps to navigate your journey toward earning the CAPM credential.

Check Eligibility & Prepare

Ensure you meet the basic eligibility criteria and obtain your 23 contact hours of project management training.

Eligibility Checklist

Secondary degree (high school diploma, GED, or global equivalent)
At least 18 years old
23 contact hours of formal project management training

Recommended Prep Options

Join GreenLeaf IT Consulting's instructor-led CAPM training or explore our foundational competency development programs to build practical skills.

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Complete Your Application

Submit your educational details and 23 contact hours through the official PMI portal.

Register your free PMI.org user account.
Record institution names, course dates, and total contact hours completed.
Save-as-you-go application gives you 90 days to finish once started.

Pay Fee & Schedule Exam

Once accepted, pay your exam fee and book your test with Pearson VUE.

Exam Fees

• PMI Member: $225

• Non-Member: $300

Testing Locations

• Pearson VUE Testing Center

• Online proctored exam from home/office

Study & Exam Resources

Prepare with official PMBOK® content, practice questions, and GreenLeaf prep materials.

PMBOK® Guide & Standards

CAPM® Practice Exams & Mock Tests

Agile & Predictive Framework Guides

Business Analysis Principles

Take the CAPM® Exam

Understand the exam format, duration, and question distribution.

Exam At A Glance:

3 Hours (180 mins)
150 questions (135 scored + 15 pretest)
Includes one 10-minute break
Offered globally in 8 languages

Exam Content Domain Weightage:

PM Fundamentals & Concepts 36%

Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies 17%

Agile Frameworks / Methodologies 20%

Business Analysis Frameworks 27%

Career Opportunities

Roles Qualified by CAPM®

Earning your CAPM certification opens doors to multiple project management career paths across diverse industries.

Assistant Project Manager

Project Administrator

Project Analyst

Project Coordinator

Junior Project Manager

PMI Technical PM

What to Expect on Exam Day

Format: 150 multiple-choice questions (135 scored, 15 unscored pretest)
Time: You'll have 180 minutes to complete the exam.
Breaks: Includes one 10-minute break
Delivery Options: Take in person at Pearson VUE Testing Centers or online proctored.

Exam Content Outline (ECO)

Download the official CAPM Exam Content Outline for domain details, task breakdowns, and exam specifications.

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