Ways to Earn PDUs

To ensure a smooth renewal process, we’ve split Professional Development Units (PDUs) you can claim for renewal into either: Education or Giving Back to the Profession. Under each category are various ways to earn PDUs while exploring new horizons in your professional development.

Ways to Earn PDUs

To ensure a smooth renewal process, we’ve split Professional Development Units (PDUs) you can claim for renewal into either: Education or Giving Back to the Profession. Under each category are various ways to earn PDUs while exploring new horizons in your professional development.
Education PDUs

PDU earning is necessary for professional certification maintenance. There are minimum requirements for Education PDUs around the PMI Talent Triangle—Ways of Working, Power Skills and Business Acumen. Once you fulfill those requirements, the rest is up to you. Here are some ways you can earn Education PDUs.

Courses and Educational Training

Take project management courses anytime, anywhere to build your knowledge and skills, and fuel continual growth which will help you excel in an ever-changing landscape.

PMI Training Events

PMI Online Courses

GAC Accredited Programs

Instructor-Led Courses from PMI Authorized Training Partners (Online or In-Person)

    Global and Local Events & Conferences

    Meetings and events that bring together global or local communities, including educational sessions, keynote sessions, and featured speakers. PMI Events offer a great opportunity to find perspective and support for your toughest challenges through a global network of project professionals!

    PMI Global In-Person and Virtual Events

    PMI Local Chapters

    Online or Digital Media

    Self-paced learning conducted online or through varied forms of digital media. We recommend these resources:

    ProjectManagement.com

    Projectified® Podcast

    Reading

    You can claim self-directed reading relevant to the certification you hold for PDUs. We offer the following resources:

    Thought Leadership Reports

    PMI Standards & Guides

    Informal Learning
    You can earn PDUs by engaging in structured professional discussions with others, for example mentoring or “lunch and learn” sessions.
    Giving Back to the Profession PDUs
    Although not required for recertification, earning Giving Back PDUs is a great way to expand your knowledge and skills while growing personally and professionally. Here are some popular ways that you can earn Giving Back PDUs.
    Work as a Practitioner
    By working in your certified role, you can earn PDUs by applying your knowledge and skills in a practical setting.
    Create Content

    Do you write articles or blogs? Give webinars? Make videos? Today’s digital world is full of new content and anything you create counts towards your re-certification.

    Create Content for ProjectManagement.com

    Write an article for the Knowledge Shelf

    Mentoring or Teaching Others
    Others can benefit from your experience and knowledge. Keep track of the time you spend mentoring and teaching and claim it towards re-certification.
    Volunteering

    PMI is just one of many organizations that relies on volunteers. Why not become one and earn credit towards re-certification in the process?

    Learn about Volunteer Opportunities at PMI

    Already a PMI volunteer? Search Volunteer opportunities.

    Maintain Your Certification

    Learn how to obtain and track professional development units (PDUs) to complete your continuing education requirement to maintain your certification.

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