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[ CERTIFICATION · PMP ]PMP Certification Explained: The 35 Contact Hours You Need to Qualify
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PMP Certification Explained: The 35 Contact Hours You Need to Qualify
Why the PMP is still the most respected project management credential
The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is recognised worldwide and consistently linked to higher salaries and better roles. Whatever your industry, PMP signals that you can lead projects predictably from initiation to close.
The 35 contact hours requirement
Before you can sit the PMP exam, PMI requires 35 contact hours (PDUs) of formal project management education. A structured 35-PDU training course fulfils this prerequisite and prepares you for the exam at the same time. You will cover:
- The PMI framework: people, process and business environment
- Predictive, agile and hybrid delivery approaches
- Managing scope, schedule, cost, quality and risk
- Leading teams, stakeholders and communications
- Exam strategy and practice questions
What PMP does for your career
| Benefit | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Global recognition | A credential respected across industries and countries |
| Higher earning potential | PMP holders consistently report a salary premium |
| Career mobility | Qualifies you for senior project and programme roles |
| A common language | Proven frameworks your whole team can align on |
Our instructor-led class delivers all 35 contact hours and drills the exam content. The WSQ Project Management Professional (PMP) 35 PDU Training course gives you both the prerequisite and the preparation.
Who should take this?
- Project managers ready to formalise their experience with a credential
- Team leads and coordinators moving into project roles
- Professionals who manage projects without the title — yet
- Anyone targeting senior delivery and programme positions
Fund your certification: WSQ funding + SkillsFuture Credit
This is a WSQ-accredited course, so eligible Singaporeans and PRs get up to 70% WSQ course-fee funding, and Singaporeans can use SkillsFuture Credit to offset the balance. Company-sponsored candidates enjoy the same subsidies plus absentee payroll support. Check funding and class dates here.
FAQ
Does this course qualify me to sit the PMP exam?
Yes. It delivers the 35 contact hours of project management education that PMI requires as a prerequisite, in addition to preparing you for the exam.
Can I use SkillsFuture Credit?
Yes. As a WSQ course it is SkillsFuture-eligible — apply the WSQ subsidy first, then use your SkillsFuture Credit for the nett fee.
Do I need project management experience?
PMI has its own experience eligibility for the exam. The course itself welcomes anyone building toward the certification, and our trainers advise you on eligibility.
What to do next
- Confirm your PMP eligibility — our team can walk you through the PMI requirements
- Reserve a seat in the WSQ PMP 35 PDU Training class
- Earn your 35 contact hours and walk in exam-ready
