Certified Associate in Project Management
Kickstart your career by validating your understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology, and processes of effective project management.


Your Gateway to Project Management
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is an essential first step in building a career as a project manager. It demonstrates your knowledge of the principles and terminology in the PMBOK Guide.
Who Should Apply?
Perfect for individuals starting their journey or those wanting to formalize their basic PM knowledge.
- Students & Recent Graduates
- Junior Project Coordinators
- Project Team Members
- Career Changers
- Entry-Level PMs
Who Can Apply for the CAPM?
The CAPM has straightforward requirements no project experience needed. Anyone with a secondary diploma can apply.
Education
Minimum requirement for all applicants
- Secondary diploma (high school diploma, GED, or global equivalent)
- No university or college degree required
Project Management Education
Must be completed before sitting the exam
- 23 contact hours of project management education
- No work experience required ideal for students & career changers
Good news: Our CAPM training course fulfils the 23 contact hours requirement. No experience required you can apply straight from study or a career change.
Curriculum / Syllabus
Reflects the latest standards in project delivery.
PM Fundamentals & Core Concepts
36%Understanding project life cycles, PM roles, and overarching methodologies.
Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies
17%Deep dive into traditional waterfall project management techniques.
TotalPMP Frameworks/Methodologies
20%Understanding adaptive approaches, Scrum, Kanban, and TotalPMP principles.
Business Analysis Frameworks
27%Requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and identifying business needs.
What's Included
- 23 Hours of Live Expert-led Training
- Official PMI® Authorized Training Content
- Full-length CAPM Mock Exams
- PMI Application Assistance
- Post-Training Support till Certification
- 100% Exam Pass Guarantee (T&Cs Apply)
CAPM® Exam Format
150 Questions
Multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, animations, hotspot
180 Minutes
Total exam duration (3 hours). One 10-minute break available.
Exam Structure
Core Concepts (36%), Predictive (17%), TotalPMP (20%), Business Analysis (27%)
Why Train with TotalPMP
We are a Premium Authorized Training Partner (A.T.P.) for the global Project Management Institute (PMI).
We have been supporting project managers to attain their PMI® certifications. The combination of our training methods, facilitators, self-study, and collaboration has resulted in ongoing success.
Local company offering tailored, region-specific training.
Trainers hand picked for their expertise and real world PM experience.
Flexible training schedules to suit learning capacities.
All-inclusive, transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Globally recognized materials enhanced with our own resources.
Full support through the entire certification process.
Feedback reviewed continuously to ensure top training quality.
Trainers collaborate regularly to uphold high standards in adult education.
100% locally owned organization operating with honesty and transparency.
Why choose TOTALPMP for Your CAPM® Journey?
At TOTALPMP, we deliver one of New Zealand’s, Australia’s and Asia's most comprehensive and industry-ready CAPM® training programs, designed to help you pass on your first attempt and excel in real-world project environments.
Global Accreditation
Our programs follow PMI® international standards, ensuring your certification holds weight in any market, from Auckland to London.
Expert Practitioners
Learn from instructors with 17+ years of real world project leadership experience across New Zealand and abroad.
Industrial Context
Go beyond theory. Our training is rooted in actual industrial situations, providing practical solutions to project challenges.
High Success Rate
Our students consistently achieve a 100% exam success rate on their first attempt through our focused mentorship.

On First Attempt
“Pass Your Certification Exam on Your First Try!”
Our expert coaches provide interactive lessons, exam-focused strategies, and practical exercises to ensure you succeed the first time.
“First-Attempt Certification Success, Guaranteed!”
Learn from highly qualified instructors with hands on practice and proven exam strategies designed for real results.
“Master Project Management with Expert Guidance”
Achieve exam success on your first attempt through engaging training, targeted study plans, and practical exercises led by certified professionals.
“Your Path to First-Time Global Certification”
Benefit from experienced coaches, interactive training sessions, and exam-focused techniques to confidently pass your certification exam.
“Exam Success Starts Here”
Gain the skills, strategies, and confidence needed to pass your exam on your first try with our expert led, hands on training.
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