The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification
is valid for three years. To maintain your qualification, you can either retake the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam before it expires or collect Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
| CPD points can be earned through training, workshops, online courses, or professional events. By maintaining your CPD, you demonstrate ongoing professional growth and keep your certification current. | How long does it take to get a PRINCE2 certification? |
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| How long it takes to get a PRINCE2 certification depends on the course and study method. | The classroom |
| PRINCE2 Practitioner course | takes two days, while the combined Foundation & Practitioner classroom course takes four days. |
| If studying online, the PRINCE2 Practitioner online course typically takes about 15 hours to complete, while the combined course takes around 35 hours. Timelines vary depending on the learner and course format. | How long does it take to study PRINCE2? |
| The duration depends on the course format. The classroom |
PRINCE2 Foundation course
takes two days, while the online version takes about 20 hours.The PRINCE2 Practitioner course adds another two days in class or about 15 hours online. Actual study times vary depending on your pace and familiarity with project management.How many hours of study for PRINCE2?
- The number of study hours varies by individual and study method.
- If you already meet the prerequisites for the
- PRINCE2 Practitioner exam
, you can take a
PRINCE2 Practitioner course
- , which usually takes two days or about 15 hours online. The exam itself lasts 2.5 hours.
- If you need to start with the
- PRINCE2 Foundation course
- , it typically takes two days in a classroom or about 20 hours online.
- How many people fail PRINCE2?
- In the UK, around 3% of candidates fail the
- PRINCE2 Foundation exam
- , while 27% fail the
- PRINCE2 Practitioner exam
- . Most people pass on their first attempt with adequate preparation and practice using PRINCE2 mock exams.
- How much does a PRINCE2 course cost?
Prices vary by level and delivery format. Expect a total in the hundreds of pounds. See Knowledge Train’s PRINCE2 pricing or PRINCE2 Foundation or PRINCE2 Practitioner pages.
How much does PRINCE2 cost in the UK?
- Costs depend on Foundation vs Practitioner and whether you choose classroom, live virtual or self-paced. Check Knowledge Train’s PRINCE2 pricing
- or PRINCE2 Foundation
- or PRINCE2 Practitioner
- pages for up-to-date UK prices.Is Knowledge Train accredited for PRINCE2 training?
Yes. Knowledge Train is a
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ISO/IEC 20000
IT Service Management standardPRINCE2 AGILE COURSESChoose your PRINCE2 course by experience:CertificationSelect your preferred training course below:Foundation, compliance, – for new or aspiring project managers and team members seeking an understanding of the PRINCE2 method.quality managementSCRUM COURSESPractitionerLearn the fundamentals of Better Business cases.
Internationally accredited, structured, measurableSelect your preferred training course below: – for project managers wanting to apply and tailor PRINCE2 throughout the project lifecycle. Also ideal for operations managers, product owners, and business analysts working closely with projects.Practitioner
FAQs Start with Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option.