Certification Program

CompTIA Project+

CompTIA Project+ covers the full project management lifecycle for IT projects — planning, execution, monitoring, and closure using both waterfall and agile methodologies. An accessible entry-level certification for IT professionals who manage small to medium-sized projects without a formal PM background.

Exam

PK0-005

Duration

40h

Format

Instructor-Led Online

Passing Score

710/900

What you'll learn

✓Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria using formal project charters

✓Build work breakdown structures, project schedules, and resource allocation plans

✓Apply both waterfall and agile project management methodologies appropriately

✓Identify, assess, and develop mitigation strategies for project risks and issues

✓Manage stakeholder communication and team dynamics throughout the project lifecycle

✓Monitor project health using KPIs, earned value analysis, and status reporting

✓Pass the CompTIA Project+ PK0-005 certification exam

Curriculum

Domain breakdown reflects the official PK0-005 exam objectives.

Project Management Concepts

33% ~13h

Project Life Cycle Phases

30% ~12h

Tools and Documentation

19% ~8h

Basics of IT and Governance

18% ~7h

Exam %Est. Time

Who this is for

IT Professionals Managing Projects

Sysadmins, developers, and support leads who regularly manage small to medium IT projects and want a formal credential to match.

Aspiring Project Managers

Those new to project management who want a vendor-neutral entry-level certification before pursuing advanced credentials like PMP or CAPM.

Business Analysts and Team Leads

Professionals who work closely with project managers and want to improve their PM vocabulary, tools knowledge, and collaboration skills.

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