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.

Exam Information
3.5 hours, 170 questions, multiple choice