CAPM® Certification Training Course

Kickstart Your Project Management Career with CAPM

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Course Overview

Simplilearn's CAPM Certification Training is an essential stepping stone for aspiring project management professionals. It offers a solid foundation in project management principles and practices, including agile methodologies, predictive techniques, and business analysis.

Key Features

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  • Clear the CAPM exam in 1st attempt
  • Exclusive modules focused on applications of GenAI in Project Management
  • Receive Training from PMI Authorized Instructors aligned with PMBOK 7th Edition
  • Curriculum aligned with latest PMI-CAPM exam content outline | Based on PMBOK 7th Edition
  • Earn 23 PDUs| 2 Full-length mock tests to help you ace the CAPM exam
  • Access to Digital Materials from PMI(Audio-Video Content, Ebook, Participant Guide)
  • Clear the CAPM exam in 1st attempt
  • Curriculum aligned with latest PMI-CAPM exam content outline | Based on PMBOK 7th Edition
  • Exclusive modules focused on applications of GenAI in Project Management
  • Earn 23 PDUs| 2 Full-length mock tests to help you ace the CAPM exam
  • Receive Training from PMI Authorized Instructors aligned with PMBOK 7th Edition
  • Access to Digital Materials from PMI(Audio-Video Content, Ebook, Participant Guide)
  • Clear the CAPM exam in 1st attempt
  • Curriculum aligned with latest PMI-CAPM exam content outline | Based on PMBOK 7th Edition
  • Exclusive modules focused on applications of GenAI in Project Management
  • Earn 23 PDUs| 2 Full-length mock tests to help you ace the CAPM exam
  • Receive Training from PMI Authorized Instructors aligned with PMBOK 7th Edition
  • Access to Digital Materials from PMI(Audio-Video Content, Ebook, Participant Guide)

Skills Covered

  • Project management Fundamentals
  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Resource Management
  • Business Analysis and Agile Methodologies
  • Integration Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Risk and Quality Management
  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Project Governance
  • Project management Fundamentals
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Risk and Quality Management
  • Resource Management
  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Business Analysis and Agile Methodologies
  • Project Governance
  • Integration Management
  • Project management Fundamentals
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Risk and Quality Management
  • Resource Management
  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Business Analysis and Agile Methodologies
  • Project Governance
  • Integration Management

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Benefits

The CAPM certification can help you land lucrative roles in IT, Healthcare, Consulting, Finance, Manufacturing, and other exciting industries. CAPM® certified project managers drive better project performance and are often rewarded with substantial pay raises.

  • Designation
  • Annual Salary
  • Hiring Companies
  • Annual Salary
    $45KMin
    $52KAverage
    $65KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    Amazon
    IBM
    Netflix
    Cisco
    Microsoft
    Source: Indeed
  • Annual Salary
    $50KMin
    $66KAverage
    $75KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    IBM
    Amazon
    Capgemini
    Amdocs
    Accenture
    Vodafone
    Source: Indeed
  • Annual Salary
    $65KMin
    $78KAverage
    $90KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    Cisco Systems
    Oracle
    Infosys
    Amazon
    Microsoft
    JPMorgan Chase
    Source: Indeed
  • Annual Salary
    $60KMin
    $74KAverage
    $85KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    Cognizant
    Amazon
    IBM
    Accenture
    Goldman Sachs
    Source: Indeed

Training Options

online Bootcamp

  • Flexi Pass Enabled: Flexibility to reschedule your cohort within first 90 days of access.
  • Live, online classroom training by top instructors and practitioners
  • 24x7 learner assistance and support
  • 2 mock test papers for self-assessment
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Course Curriculum

Eligibility

The CAPM® Certification Training is an essential stepping stone for aspiring project management professionals. This course is best suited for Recent Graduates, Project Team Members, Associate Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Team Leaders, Business Analysts, Product Managers, and any professional aspiring to be a project manager.
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Pre-requisites

To be eligible to sit for the CAPM exam you need to:
Have a secondary degree, such as a high school diploma, GED (general educational development), or global equivalent
Have at least 23 hours of project management education completed before the exam 
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Course Content

  • CAPM® Certification Course

    Preview
    • Lesson 01 : Introduction

      • 1.01 Introduction
      • CAPM Test Paper from PMI
      • CAPM Practice Items for Premier ATPs Test Paper
  • Free Course
  • GenAI in Project and Quality Management

    Preview
    • Lesson 01: Overview of Artificial Intelligence

      • Historical Evolution of AI
      • AI Landscape Today
      • Key Milestones in AI Development
    • Lesson 02: Generative AI Fundamentals

      • Understanding Generative Models
      • Core Principles of Generative AI
      • Generative vs. Discriminative Models
    • Lesson 03: Applications of Generative AI in Project and Quality Management

      • Exploring Opportunities in Project and Quality Management
      • Challenges and Solutions
      • Business Impact of Generative AI in Projects and Quality Management
    • Lesson 04: Dynamic Project Scope Management

      • Project Scope Optimization
      • Agile Project Planning Techniques
      • Resource Allocation Strategies
    • Lesson 05: AI-driven Decision Support for Project Managers

      • Real-time Decision Support Systems
      • Adapting to Dynamic Project Changes
      • Strategic Decision-making with Generative AI
    • Lesson 06: Proactive Risk Management with AI

      • Predictive Risk Analysis and Mitigation
      • AI-enhanced Risk Identification
      • Agile Risk Management Strategies
    • Lesson 07: Automated Quality Control in Project Deliverables

      • Implementing Automated Quality Assurance
      • Continuous Monitoring of Quality Metrics
      • AI-driven Quality Control Solutions
    • Lesson 08: Predictive Quality Assurance Techniques

      • Anticipating and Preventing Defects
      • Root Cause Analysis with Generative AI
      • Continuous Improvement in Quality Assurance
    • Lesson 09: Implementing Advanced Analytics in Project Monitoring

      • AI-driven Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
      • Real-time Analytics for Project Performance
      • Strategic Decision-making through Analytics
    • Lesson 10: Staying Ahead: Current Trends in Project Management

      • Overview of Current Trends
      • Integration of Generative AI in Current Projects
      • Navigating Emerging Technologies
    • Lesson 11: Anticipating Future Industry Shifts

      • Industry Landscape and Future Projections
      • Adapting Projects to Technological Shifts
      • Preparing for Future Challenges and Opportunities
    • Lesson 12: Case Studies and Real-world Applications

      • Choosing the Right Tools and Frameworks
      • Showcasing Successful Implementations
      • Addressing Challenges in Real-world Scenarios
      • Real-world Experiences in AI Implementation
      • Seizing Opportunities in AI-driven Project Environments

Course Advisor

  • Partha Sarkar

    Partha Sarkar

    Director / Management Advisor – Program & Portfolio Governance at HP

     Senior leader with 20+ years in IT strategy, PMO, program & portfolio governance, mentoring, and career coaching across global industries.

  • Dorairaj Sridhar

    Dorairaj Sridhar

    PMI Authorised PMP Instructor

    Dorairaj Sridhar, PMI-authorized instructor, has 10+ years in strategic program management and serves as VP at Telangana Fiber Grid, specializing in governance, strategy, and public sector execution.

  • Kevin W. Reilly

    Kevin W. Reilly

    Expert Project Management Certification & Agile Instructor

    Kevin W. Reilly is a PMP, PMI-ACP, and Agile expert with 25+ years of industry experience and 15+ years as a certified instructor. A U.S. Navy veteran, he has trained thousands globally through PMI chapters, universities, and corporate programs.

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Exam & Certification

CAPM® Certification Training Course
  • What’s the validity period of the CAPM® certification?

    CAPM management certification is valid for three years. To maintain your CAPM® certification status, you must renew your certification every three years. This entails completing 15 professional development units in each three-year period. The renewal fee is $60 for PMI® members and $150 for nonmembers.

  • Total questions are there in the CAPM® certification exam

    The CAPM® certification exam covers 150 questions, out of which 15 questions are considered as pre-test questions used for future tests and are not scored. You will not be communicated about these questions; they are randomly chosen. Therefore, you should answer all 150 questions with the same seriousness.

  • Is the CAPM exam hard?

    If you thoroughly prepare for the exam by completing the CAPM course, the exam is not too hard. You need to answer 150 MCQs in 3 hours, and the passing score is 80%. The weightage of the topics in the CAPM exam is listed below: 

    • Project procurement management - 4%

    • Project management introduction - 6%

    • Project environment - 6%

    • Project quality management - 7%

    • Project manager role - 7%

    • Project resource management - 8%

    • Project communication management - 10%

    • Project cost management - 8%

    • Project risk management - 8%

    • Project stakeholder management - 9%

    • Project integration management - 9%

    • Project schedule management - 9%

    • Project scope management - 9%

  • What is the exam pattern for the CAPM® certification exam?

    The CAPM® certification exam evaluates foundational knowledge of project management concepts defined by the Project Management Institute. Exam pattern details:

    • Total Questions: 150 (135 scored questions and 15 unscored pretest questions)

    • Question Types: Multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and hotspot questions

    • Exam Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)

    • Exam Delivery: Online proctored exam or at authorized test centers

    Exam Coverage: Based on the PMBOK® Guide and Agile Practice Guide across key project management domains

  • What is the duration of the CAPM® certification exam?

    The CAPM® certification exam must be completed within 3 hours (180 minutes). This time frame allows candidates to answer all 150 questions, which include multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and hotspot formats. During the exam, candidates are also provided one optional 10-minute break after question 75. The duration is designed to give test-takers sufficient time to review questions related to project management fundamentals, predictive approaches, agile methodologies, and business analysis concepts

  • What is the passing score for the CAPM® certification exam?

    The exact passing score for the CAPM® certification exam is not publicly disclosed by the Project Management Institute. Instead of a fixed percentage, it evaluates candidates using a performance-level scoring system across the exam domains.

    Performance Level

    What It Means

    Above Target

    Performance exceeds the expected level of competency in that domain

    Target

    Performance meets the required competency level for that domain

    Below Target

    Performance is slightly below the expected level and indicates room for improvement

    Needs improvement

    Performance is significantly below the required level in that domain

  • How difficult is the CAPM® certification exam?

    The CAPM® certification exam is generally considered moderately challenging, especially for candidates new to project management. The exam tests foundational knowledge of project management frameworks, predictive methodologies, agile practices, and business analysis concepts defined by the Project Management Institute.


    However, with proper preparation, many candidates pass the exam on their first attempt. Studying the PMBOK® Guide, practicing mock exams, and completing structured training can help candidates become familiar with the exam format and improve their chances of success.

  • How soon can I retake the CAPM® exam?

    If you do not pass the CAPM® exam on your first attempt, you can retake the exam during your one-year eligibility period granted by the Project Management Institute. Within this period, candidates are allowed up to three attempts to pass the exam. Key points about retaking the exam:

    • Maximum attempts: Up to three attempts within one year of application approval

    • Re-examination fee: Required for the second and third attempts

    • After three unsuccessful attempts: Candidates must wait one year from the last exam date before reapplying for the certification

Reviews

  • TJ GalbraithLinkedIn

    TJ Galbraith

    Straight-forward and easy to follow with the PMBOK. Enjoyed the class and I look forward to taking the CAPM soon.

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Why Join this Program

  • Develop skills for real career growthCutting-edge curriculum designed in guidance with industry and academia to develop job-ready skills
  • Learn from experts active in their field, not out-of-touch trainersLeading practitioners who bring current best practices and case studies to sessions that fit into your work schedule.
  • Learn by working on real-world problemsCapstone projects involving real world data sets with virtual labs for hands-on learning
  • Structured guidance ensuring learning never stops24x7 Learning support from mentors and a community of like-minded peers to resolve any conceptual doubts

CAPM Certification FAQs

  • What are the benefits of CAPM® certification?

    CAPM certification offers several benefits, especially for those starting their project management careers. It provides a solid foundation in project management principles, enhancing your knowledge and skills. The certification boosts your credibility and employability, helping you stand out to employers. It also opens doors to entry-level project management roles and paves the way for future career advancement, including pursuing the project management CAPM certification.

  • What is the average salary after earning a CAPM® management certification?

    Professionals who earn the CAPM® certification often qualify for entry-level project management roles such as project coordinator, project analyst, or junior project manager. According to Glassdoor, the median salary for CAPM-certified professionals is about $54,000 per year, with a typical pay range of $42,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. As professionals gain experience in project management roles, salaries can increase significantly, especially when progressing toward advanced certifications such as PMP® certification.

  • What's next after CAPM® Certification?

    After completing the CAPM® certification training program, you can take the PMP® certification training, Digital Project Manager, or PMP® Plus program. At the next level, you have Prince2® certification training, MSP® Foundation and Practitioner, Prince2® Agile Foundation and Practitioner and best of all, you can get the Project Management Certification (PGP in Project Management) program.

  • Is the CAPM® course difficult to learn?

    The CAPM® course can be challenging, especially if you're new to project management concepts, as it covers a broad range of topics like processes, terminology, and frameworks from the PMBOK® guide. Simplilearn has selected industry experts who have rich teaching experience as instructors for this CAPM® course. They have a background in project management and offer a structured learning approach. They are aware of the varying learning needs of students and explain the concepts in an easy-to-understand way. So, you will not find the course difficult to follow.

  • Can I use my employer’s tuition-reimbursement or tuition-assistance benefit to enroll in Simplilearn’s programmes?

    Yes, Simplilearn offers certification and skills-training programmes that are designed to align with employer tuition assistance/tuition reimbursement initiatives in the US. Many of our learners receive full or partial financial backing from their organisations.

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  • Career Impact Results vary based on experience and numerous factors.