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Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation

Course number : 1090039 ID : 23079 Section Number : 31E

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Course and Certification Exam Requirements:
Sitting for the industry certification exam is an expectation for FastForward programs. Therefore, you must meet the PMP eligibility criteria before registering for this course. To qualify for the PMP exam, you must meet the requirements established by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Full details are available in the PMP® Handbook.

You must have:

A four-year degree (or global equivalent) AND
- 3 years of experience leading and managing projects within the past 10 years
- 35 hours of project management training (this course will fulfill this requirement)

A high school or secondary school diploma (or global equivalent) AND
- 5 years of experience leading and managing projects within the past 10 years
- 35 hours of project management training (this course will fulfill this requirement)

Before registering for the course, all students must complete the PMP Intake & Eligibility Form. This form is used to confirm that you meet the PMI exam requirements and are prepared to participate in a credential-focused FastForward program.

Course Description

Instruction Mode: Learn@Home: Instructor-led, Live via Zoom and CANVAS

The PMP® Exam Preparation course is a comprehensive, instructor-led training designed to prepare participants for the PMP® certification exam. Delivered over 35 contact hours, this course satisfies the PMI requirement for formal project management education.

Participants will gain a strong foundation in:

Predictive, agile, and hybrid project management approaches
PMI’s PMP Exam Content Outline (ECO)
Exam strategies and application support

Northern Virginia Community College is an official PMI® Authorized Training Partner.

Who Should Enroll

This course is ideal for:

Professionals with project leadership experience seeking PMP certification
Individuals who meet PMI eligibility and want to strengthen their exam readiness
Learners who need to complete the 35 hours of formal education required to apply for the PMP exam

What is Expected

To successfully complete the course and qualify for the included exam voucher, students must meet the following requirements:

Attend 100% of all scheduled class hours and complete any other requirements set by the instructor. Full attendance is required to earn the 35 hours of project management education.
Earn an average score of 80% or higher on in-class quizzes to show exam readiness.
Create a PMI.org account. Registered students will receive instructions for setting up their PMI account, which is required to access the class materials and begin the exam application process.
Apply for the PMP® Exam within 14 days of course completion. Students will receive application support and guidance during the course to ensure timely submission.
Meet PMI’s work experience eligibility criteria. Students must meet and document the required project management experience when submitting the PMP application. Details are available on the PMP Certification website.
Sit for the PMP® Exam within 45 days of completing the course. The course is designed for immediate exam readiness, and students are expected to test while the material is still fresh.

What's Included

35 hours of live instructor-led training (meets PMI certification requirements)
PMI-authorized digital course materials fully aligned to the new exam (starting July 2026)
One-year PMI membership, including access to the PMBOK® Guide
PMP exam voucher (valid upon PMI application approval)
Practice exam
Instructor support for completing the PMP application

Note: The PMI membership and digital materials are assigned to each student on the first day of class and are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Additional Information:

This is a FastForward Program: FastForward provides short-term training for industry-recognized credentials in high-demand fields. Eligible Virginia residents pay only one-third of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet Virginia domicile requirements (living in Virginia for at least one year with the intent to remain). A domicile form is included in the registration process. Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Financial Assistance (FANTIC/G3) may cover the student portion (1/3 of the tuition), reducing your cost to $0. Complete the Financial Assistance Survey to see if you qualify. Learn more about FastForward.

Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Prep Pricing:

Regular/Full Price: $3,900
FastForward Price: $1,300
FastForward plus FANTIC/G3 Price: $0

Credit for Prior Learning gives you opportunities to earn credit for college-level knowledge that you have already acquired and accelerates the completion of your educational goals. NOVA accepts select industry credentials for college credit. The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is approved for Credit for Prior Learning for the following classes at NOVA: ITP 170

This program cannot be combined with any other discounts/promotions.

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Class Details

12 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
Weekly - Wed, Mon.
Mon.

Location : NOVA Workforce Online Class Location :
NOVA Workforce Online Class.

Instructor : Mariam Azam

CEUs : 3.5

Notice

Please read: Learn@Home: Instructor-led, Live via Zoom and CANVAS - Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on the class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. See Zoom Class Requirements for more details.

This class also requires the use of your myNOVA account and the CANVAS online classroom. Please follow these instructions on how to activate your myNOVA account before the first day of class: How to access myNOVA and Canvas

Important: By enrolling in this class as part of the FastForward - New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG) and as a condition to receiving a grant, the student agrees to the following terms and conditions as specified in the WCG Agreement (Preview PDF).This agreement will be completed electronically during registration.

Tuition: $3,900.00

Schedule Information

Date(s)	Class Days	Times	Location	Instructor(s)	Instructional Method
7/8/2026 - 8/12/2026	Weekly - Mon, Wed	06:00 PM - 09:00 PM	VIRTUAL-ONLINE, NOVA Workforce Online Class Map, Room: Online	Mariam Azam	Lecture
8/17/2026	Mon	06:00 PM - 08:00 PM	VIRTUAL-ONLINE, NOVA Workforce Online Class Map, Room: Online	Mariam Azam	Lecture