PMI Agile Certified Practitioner® (PMI-ACP®)

Boost your Agile expertise with the globally recognised PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) ® certification course. This comprehensive program offers an in-depth exploration of Agile methodologies, providing the practical skills and real-world applications necessary for successful Agile leadership, product management, and project delivery. Fully aligned with the latest PMI exam content, the course equips you to build collaborative, value-driven teams and navigate the evolving challenges of today’s organisations.

By completing this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to advance your career, enhance your earning potential, drive innovation, and lead high-performing Agile teams with proven practices.

Throughout this course, you’ll learn how to:

• Apply Agile principles and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and XP
• Lead and manage Agile teams effectively in diverse project environments
• Plan and execute Agile projects with a focus on delivering continuous value
• Facilitate collaboration and communication among stakeholders
• Use Agile tools and techniques to manage risks, scope, and change

With Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll build practical Agile expertise while gaining access to official PMI courseware, expert instruction, and an immersive, distraction-free learning environment.

Why choose Firebrand?

• Flexible Delivery Options: Train your way! Choose between immersive classroom-based or virtual instructor-led sessions to fit your schedule.
• Comprehensive Certification Preparation: Aligned with PMI-ACP® exam content, including official materials, practice questions, and application guidance.
• Interactive Learning: Hands-on group exercises, real-world Agile case studies, and simulations help reinforce practical understanding
• Experienced Instructors: Learn from PMI-certified Agile experts with real-world experience across Agile frameworks and industries.

PMI© and Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP ©) is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc. All rights reserved.

This course is ideal for professionals aiming to deepen their Agile expertise, including:

• Project Managers working in Agile environments
• Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches
• Product Owners and Product Managers
• Team Leads and Delivery Managers
• Software Developers and IT Professionals transitioning to Agile roles
• Business Analysts supporting Agile teams
• Professionals pursuing the PMI-ACP® certification to validate their Agile skills across multiple methodologies 

Aligned with PMI’s updated Examination Content Outline, this course covers the following key domains and knowledge areas:

Agile Mindset

• Agile principles and values
• Transparency, collaboration & continuous feedback
• Complexity theory and adaptive thinking

Agile Leadership

• Empowering and enabling teams
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving
• Promoting continuous learning and knowledge sharing

Product Ownership & Value Delivery

• Backlog management and prioritization
• Visualizing workflow and work-in-progress
• Delivering incremental value

Agile Delivery & Execution

• Agile metrics and performance tracking
• Managing risks, blockers, and impediments
• Reducing waste and optimizing delivery flow
• Enhancing customer collaboration

Firebrand’s PMI-ACP® course is designed to fully prepare you to sit the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® exam.

Please note: The PMI-ACP® exam fee is not included in this course. You must apply for and pay the exam fee directly with the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Exam overview

• Format: 120 questions, including multiple-choice, multiple-response, drag-and-drop, and scenario-based questions
• Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
• CPD Credits: 30 CPD certification credits awarded upon course completion
• Delivery: Computer-based testing via Pearson VUE (in-person or online)

Exam domains & weighting

• Domain 1: Agile Mindset – 28%
• Domain 2: Leadership – 25%
• Domain 3: Product – 19%
• Domain 4: Delivery – 28%

Each domain assesses Agile competencies, from foundational principles and mindset to team leadership, product delivery, and performance metrics.

Maintaining your certification: To maintain your PMI-ACP® credential, you must earn 30 Professional Development Units (PDUs) every 3 years.

To apply for the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® exam, you must meet the following criteria:

• Education: A secondary degree (such as a high school diploma, GED, or global equivalent)
• Agile Experience: At least 24 months (2 years) of Agile project experience within the last 5 years
  • Note: Holding an active PMP® credential satisfies this requirement, but it is not mandatory.
• Agile Training: A minimum of 28 contact hours of formal training in Agile practices, methodologies, or frameworks
  • This course, delivered by a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP), satisfies the training requirement.

On this accelerated course, you'll also receive:

• Agile Practice Guide - ISBN 9781628253993
• Official PMI© Courseware

Please note: Your exam fee is not included in the course price. The exam must be requested and paid directly to PMI. This should be done at least 21 days before the course starts.

PMI-ACP© and Agile Certified Practitioner™ (PMI-ACP©) is a registered trademark of the PMI© (Project Management Institute, Inc). All rights reserved.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two training options. Choose between residential classroom-based and online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am–5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand, you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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