CAPM® Certification Exam Prep Boot Camp (23 Hours)

Instructor-Led Formats: In-Person or Virtual Live

3 Days

23 Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The CAPM® Certification Exam Prep Boot Camp is a 23-hour, instructor-led course that prepares participants to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam. The course follows the CAPM® exam content outline and covers project management fundamentals, predictive (plan-based) methods, agile principles and practices, and core business analysis concepts. Through hands-on activities and practice questions, participants work through the project life cycle, communications, risk, stakeholder engagement, and performance measurement. SOAR is a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP).

The 23 hours of training meet PMI’s education requirement for the CAPM® exam, and no prior project management experience is needed to apply. The course is a good fit for people new to project management and for professionals pursuing an entry-level project management credential. Participants leave with project templates they can adapt for their own work, strategies for exam preparation, and a Certificate of Completion. Sessions are offered in person or virtual-live, with several schedule formats to choose from.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE

The CAPM® Certification Boot Camp is designed for:

Those seeking to learn about project management principles and practices, agile practices and predictive methodologies
Professionals interested in obtaining the CAPM® credential

WHAT YOU LEARN

Learn the fundamentals of project management, agile principles and predictive methodologies for project planning and execution;
Understand the project life cycle and key project performance areas necessary to deliver a successful project outcome;
Learn how to manage project communications, project risks and stakeholder engagement;
Gain skills for measuring project performance and assessing progress to mitigate risks;
Learn practical skills and resources to help you prepare for the CAPM® certification exam.

WHAT YOU GAIN

23 hours of instructor-led training aligned to the CAPM® exam content outline
Project templates that can be customized to fit your projects and be put to use immediately
Strategies to prepare for the CAPM® certification exam
Certificate of Completion

CAPM® CERTIFICATION EXAM PREREQUISITES

This boot camp’s 23 hours of instructor-led training meet PMI’s education requirement for the CAPM® exam. To apply, candidates must also have a high school diploma, GED, or international equivalent. No project management experience is required. View full CAPM eligibility requirements on the PMI website.

SCHEDULE OPTIONS

3-Day Intensive (Consecutive Days)
Ideal if you want an immersive experience and to finish quickly.
- 3 consecutive days
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET
- Fast-paced, highly focused
- Great for taking time off once and completing training in one week
2-Week Format (Fri - Sat - Sat)
Ideal if you need a schedule that works around a busy week.
- 3 sessions across two weeks (Friday, Saturday, and the following Saturday)
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET
- Time between sessions to review concepts and practice questions
- Great for balancing work and studying
3-Week Format (Thursdays)
Ideal if you need a schedule that works around a busy week.
- 3 sessions across three weeks (Thursdays)
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET
- Time between sessions to review concepts and practice questions
- Great for balancing work and studying
3-Week Format (Saturdays)
Ideal if you need a schedule that works around a busy week.
- 3 sessions across three weeks (Saturdays)
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET
- Time between sessions to review concepts and practice questions
- Great for balancing work and studying

UPCOMING COURSE DATES

December 5, 2026 – December 19, 2026 | In-Person | 3-Week Format (Saturdays) | Instructor: Michael Black, PMP, PMI-PMOCP, A-CSM®, FCCM

COURSE POLICIES

Course Retake Policy: To further support learner success, SOAR offers a complimentary course retake opportunity for certification preparation programs. Participants who complete one of our certification preparation programs (a specific course listed as completing requirements to qualify for a particular certification exam) and do not pass the certification exam on their first attempt may attend one future session of the same certification preparation course at no additional cost, provided the class is not full and seats remain available. This policy reflects SOAR’s commitment to learner achievement and continuous professional growth.

Note: Verification of the first exam attempt failure is required to qualify for a course retake. This Course Retake Policy only applies to courses listed as completing the requirements to qualify for a certification exam.

Course Refund Policy: All training purchases are final and non-refundable. Please review course details carefully before registering. If SOAR cancels a training, registrants will receive rescheduling options.

Next Start Date:

December 5, 2026

3-Week Format (Saturdays)

Price: $1319

Download the Course Information Page

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Meet the Instructor for Our Next Session:

Michael Black, PMP, PMI-PMOCP, A-CSM®, FCCM

Michael Black is a project management leader specializing in government IT programs, enterprise oversight, and statewide project management standards.

Why Learn from This Instructor

Michael brings direct experience overseeing high-value, complex government projects and setting the standards others follow, giving students insight into how project management operates at scale.

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