CompTIA Project+ Certification Training (Voucher Included)
Online CompTIA Project+ Training
Earn Your CompTIA Project+ Certification
In response to the emergence of highly technical projects, CompTIA created the Project+ certification, a cross-functional project management credential designed for IT professionals who manage small to medium-sized projects. This 100% online course will teach you the concepts and methodologies covered on the Project+ certification exam. Key topics include managing the project life cycle, managing stakeholders, agile methodology and deploying and maintaining documentation.
Job Outlook for Project Managers
- Data indicates that the demand for skilled project managers will remain strong throughout the 2020’s decade. By 2027, employers will need 87.7 million team members with strong project management skills.
- According to PayScale.com, CompTIA Project+ certificate holders earn $68,530 per year, on average. CompTIA asserts that experienced managers with Project+ certifications earn an average of $87,416 per year.
Course Objectives
- Prepare to take and pass the CompTIA Project+ certification exam
- Learn project leadership skills that will improve your decisions on any type of project
- Gain project management skills to effectively prioritize work, anticipate consequences of actions, potential problems, opportunities for change, and set and meet realistic deadlines
- Utilize the skills required to plan and manage a small-to-medium-size project through to successful completion
- Understand how to manage the project life cycle, manage resources and stakeholders, and appropriate communication
- Identify the basic aspects of the Agile methodology
Course Outline
- PROJECT TEAM BASICS
- CREATING THE PROJECT AND WORK
- SCHEDULING AND RESOURCES
- BUDGETS, RISKS, AND COMMUNICATION
- CHANGE REQUESTS, PROJECT TOOLS, AND COMPLETING THE PROJECT
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no prerequisites to take the course. However, CompTIA recommends having up to one year of project management experience before taking the Project+ exam.
Instructor
David Grimes has more than 10 years of management and leadership experience in the private and non-profit sectors. Grimes is passionate about technology and education, having worked as academic dean, student services director, technology coordinator, teacher, consultant, and technology columnist. He holds a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Science from Ohio State University, both in Technology Education.
FAQs
- What kind of jobs can I get with a CompTIA Project+ certification?
The Project+ Certification is designed for managers who work across a variety of functions, managing projects related to IT and other domains as well. The Project+ Certification offers key project management skills that fit within nearly any formal project management framework, including:
• Managing the project life cycle
• Ensuring appropriate team and organizational communication
• Managing resources and stakeholders
• Maintaining project documentationProject-specific job titles that apply to the Project+ Certification might include:
• Project Coordinator/Manager
• Project Team Member
• Business Analyst
• Manager, Director, Team Leader - What is covered on the CompTIA Project+ certification exam?
The CompTIA Project+ Certification exam consists of 95 questions (maximum) that cover the concepts and skills necessary to manage small and medium-sized projects. The exam validates that project managers are able to:
• Manage the project life cycle from planning to completion
• Ensure appropriate communication within a project team and across an organization
• Manage resources, including time, expertise and financial budgets
• Manage stakeholders within the project team and across the organization
• Deploy and maintain documentation for project progress, compliance and completion - What is technical project management?
Jobs that involve managing projects are traditionally among the most challenging and diverse in most organizations. In addition, Forbes reports that the project management discipline will be directly impacted by four of the most dynamic trends in the global economy:
• Artificial intelligence, as project planning and documentation become increasingly data-driven
• The merger of Emotional Intelligence (EI) with technological innovations such as AI, blockchain, robotics and data science)
• Hybrid management models that reflect increases in freelance and independent team members, skills specialists and software and infrastructure projects
• The increasing diversity of project team members, locations and cross-cultural challenges - Can I register for programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration. - How long does it take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. When you register, you’ll receive six (6) months to complete the program. - What if I don’t have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?
The time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don’t worry too much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension. - Do I have to buy additional materials?
No, you will receive a book with your registration. - Can I get financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. - What happens when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion. - Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering. - Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach. - What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don’t have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer. - Can I use a Mac?
Yes - How can I get more information about this program?
If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us” form to the right. You may also call us at 1-877-221-5151. We will answer your questions promptly. - When can I start the program?
Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.Please note: Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued. - Does this program prepare for a certification?
Yes, CompTia Project+ PK0-004. You will receive an exam voucher after successful completion of the program and financial obligation.
Registration and Enrollment
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