Agile 101: PMI-ACP Exam

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If you use Agile tools and techniques on your projects, or your organization is implementing an Agile approach, then becoming a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner could be an important step in your professional development. But first, make sure you understand the eligibility requirements, application process, and what to expect when sitting for the exam.

Do you use Agile practices, tools and techniques in your projects? Do you belong to an organization that is in the process of adopting or is already implementing projects using the Agile philosophy, methodologies, principles and practices? Do you want to demonstrate your expertise in Agile practices, tools, and techniques? Then you may be ready to take the next step and become a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).

Before you begin there are a few vital things you should understand, such as the eligibility requirements to apply for the PMI-ACP Exam, the application process, and what to expect when sitting for the exam.

Eligibility Requirements

There are four areas of requirements that must be met in order to be eligible to take the PMI-ACP Exam. The first is to have a secondary degree, such as a high school diploma, Associate’s Degree or global equivalent.

The second is to have and to be able to document at least 2,000 hours of general experience working on project teams. This general project …

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