Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Certification

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Certification is a hands-on learning program designed for professionals who have little or no experience with project management. This program is designed to help the student understand and pull together all the knowledge areas and processes of project management necessary to plan, execute, control and close successful projects, whether those projects are in construction, information technology, marketing or any other field.

Program Focus Areas

USC’s CAPM® Certification Program offers recognition to practitioners who are interested in, or just starting a career in project management, as well as project team members who wish to demonstrate their project management knowledge. This certification indicates knowledge of common practices used by an associate-level project manager as outlined in the CAPM® Examination Content Outline (ECO).

PMI aligns its process with certification industry best practices, such as those found within A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) – Seventh Edition. This program is designed to introduce you to the Project Management Certificate which is a gateway to earning your Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential.

This program has given me the confidence to take charge in leading various projects - it's definitely enhanced my company's productivity! - Yolanda Camacho, February 2026 participant

Course Outline

Day 1

Domain 1 - Project Management Fundamentals

Demonstrate an understanding of the various project life cycles and processes
Demonstrate an understanding of project management planning
Demonstrate an understanding of project role and responsibilities

Domain 2 - Predictive Frameworks

Explain when it is appropriate to use a predictive, plan-based approach
Demonstrate an understanding of a project management plan schedule

Day 2

Domain 3 - Agile Frameworks

Explain when it is appropriate to use an adaptive approach
Determine how to plan project iterations
Determine how to document project controls for an adaptive project
Explain the components of an adaptive plan

Domain 4 - Business Analysis

Demonstrate an understanding of business analysis (BA) roles and responsibilities
Determine how to conduct stakeholder communication
Determine how to gather requirements
Demonstrate an understanding of product roadmaps

CAPM® Exam Application Process

Educational Requirements
Project Management Experience Requirements
Training Requirements (fulfilled via this program)
Reporting Experience on the Application

Tuition for the Certified Associate in Project Management Certification is $1,950, which includes all course materials and a certificate from USC.

CAPM® Certificate Requirements

A secondary degree, such as a high school diploma, GED (general education development), or global equivalent.
At least 23 hours of project management education completed before the exam*.

* USC’s Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Certification program provides the 23 hours of training required to take the CAPM® certification exam.

For more information regarding the requirements and other important information please visit the Project Management Institute website.

Registration and Fees

Please note: Space is limited, and your seat in the course is not confirmed until payment is received. Additionally, payment must be received at least seven days before the start of the course by Noon EST on the seventh day.

Continuing Education and Conferences (CEC) is committed to supporting learning and engagement for all program participants by providing appropriate accommodations. If you have a documented disability and need accommodations, please contact the ADA Coordinator at accessibility@sc.edu.

Dates / Sessions	Times	Fees
Certified Associate in Project Management Course - Online 03/16/2026 - 03/26/2026 Meets Monday - Thursday 6 Sessions Register Online Notes: Course orientation information will be emailed approximately one week before the course starts.	Various	$1,950.00
Certified Associate in Project Management Course - Online 06/01/2026 - 06/11/2026 Meets Monday - Thursday 6 Sessions Register Online Notes: Course orientation information will be emailed approximately one week before the course starts.	Various	$1,950.00
Certified Associate in Project Management Course - Online 08/17/2026 - 08/27/2026 Meets Monday - Thursday 6 Sessions Register Online Notes: Course orientation information will be emailed approximately one week before the course starts.	Various	$1,950.00

Registration and Payment Notes

We accept online payment via VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express through MarketPlace, a secure electronic environment that simplifies business transactions with the university. Follow the MarketPlace prompts to complete payment. Your transaction is only complete when you receive an order number, which is your receipt of payment. Your seat is not guaranteed until payment is received and you receive an order number.

Once you have paid and are enrolled, you'll be emailed location and parking information for face-to-face programs or online instructions about one week before the program begins.

USC's Project Management Certificate program was essential in helping me qualify for and pass my PMP exam! The PMP study material can be repetitive and memorization-heavy, but instructor Tony Bryant made the class engaging, interactive, and fun. The opportunity to network with other PMP aspirants from across the state was a wonderful bonus that I wouldn't have had with another program. - Lindsey Rambow, July 2022 participant

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