The PMI-SP certification recognizes demonstrated knowledge and advanced experience in the specialized area of developing and maintaining project schedules.
When to Apply
Apply if you have over three years of project scheduling experience. This is an industry skill specialization.
Value
Show employers you’re a capable, competent leader in scheduling. The PMI-SP® is registered against the ISO 9001 standard.
Education Requirements
Path A: Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree, or the global equivalent)
Path B: Four-year degree
Path C: Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree from a GAC accredited program
Experience Requirements
Without a four-year degree:
A minimum of 36 months (three years) of professional project scheduling within the last five consecutive years
40 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project scheduling
With a four-year degree:
A minimum of 24 months (two years) of professional project scheduling within the last five consecutive years
30 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project scheduling
With a degree from a GAC accredited program:
A minimum of 12 months (one year) of professional project scheduling within the last five consecutive years
30 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project scheduling
Certification Maintenance Requirements
Must earn 30 PDUs per three-year cycle to maintain certification.
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PMI-SP® – PMI Scheduling Professional
3+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
The PMI-SP certification recognizes demonstrated knowledge and advanced experience in the specialized area of developing and maintaining project schedules.
When to Apply
Apply if you have over three years of project scheduling experience. This is an industry skill specialization.
Value
Show employers you’re a capable, competent leader in scheduling. The PMI-SP® is registered against the ISO 9001 standard.
Education Requirements
Experience Requirements
Without a four-year degree:
With a four-year degree:
With a degree from a GAC accredited program:
Certification Maintenance Requirements
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