Course Overview

The PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) is a comprehensive, self-paced online certification training programme designed to build practical, job-ready expertise in Agile. It explores Agile, Scrum & Kanban, Value Delivery, Adaptive Planning and Continuous Improvement and equips you with the skills to understand agile principles and mindset, deliver value iteratively and incrementally and engage stakeholders in agile delivery. Delivered 100% online and fully self-paced, this agile course lets you learn anytime and at your own pace, with expert-developed content, real-world case studies, practical exercises and downloadable resources. It is ideal for project & programme managers and PMO & team leaders, and for anyone looking to strengthen their skills, accelerate their professional development and advance their career in Project Management. On completion you earn a recognised, CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion, while preparing thoroughly for the PMI-ACP certification.

Course Description

The PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) combines expert knowledge with practical, real-world application and structured preparation for the PMI-ACP examination. It is suitable for project & programme managers, PMO & team leaders, aspiring project managers and certification candidates, and for other professionals seeking to develop their expertise and advance their careers in Project Management.

The course examines the core principles, tools and techniques of Agile, and develops the practical capabilities required to understand agile principles and mindset, deliver value iteratively and incrementally and engage stakeholders in agile delivery.

What's Included:

  • Comprehensive PMI-ACP certification training
  • Coverage of the key Project Management knowledge areas
  • Agile Principles & Mindset
  • Value-Driven Delivery
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Team Performance
  • Adaptive Planning
  • Improvement & Exam
  • Practical case studies and real-world workplace scenarios
  • Interactive exercises and applied learning activities
  • Structured preparation for the PMI-ACP examination
  • Revision and knowledge-check activities
  • Downloadable templates, tools and resources
  • Practical application of Agile concepts
  • CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion

Key Skills Gained in the Course

Participants will develop skills in:

  • Agile
  • Scrum & Kanban
  • Value Delivery
  • Adaptive Planning
  • Continuous Improvement
  • PMI-ACP
  • Agile Principles & Mindset
  • Value-Driven Delivery
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Team Performance
  • Improvement & Exam
  • Stakeholder communication and engagement
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Applying professional best practice
  • Driving continuous improvement

Course Key Features

Understand agile principles and mindset

Deliver value iteratively and incrementally

Engage stakeholders in agile delivery

Build high-performing agile teams

Apply adaptive planning

Prepare for the PMI-ACP examination

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Who Usually Attend

Project & Programme Managers

Professionals leading projects, programmes and portfolios.

PMO & Team Leaders

PMO staff and team leaders supporting delivery.

Aspiring Project Managers

Those moving into project management roles.

Certification Candidates

Professionals preparing for a recognised PM credential.

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Course Outline

Agile values and principles

Agile frameworks overview

Servant leadership

Prioritisation and MVP

Incremental delivery

Managing value

Collaboration and communication

Managing expectations

Facilitation

Building agile teams

Coaching and motivation

Team spaces and tools

Release and iteration planning

Estimation

Managing change

Problem detection

Continuous improvement

PMI-ACP exam preparation

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) recognises knowledge of agile principles and practices across multiple frameworks. This course prepares you to work effectively in agile teams and environments. Key areas include Agile, Scrum & Kanban, Value Delivery and Adaptive Planning.

By the end of the course you will be able to understand agile principles and mindset, deliver value iteratively and incrementally, engage stakeholders in agile delivery and build high-performing agile teams.

The course is organised into 6 modules: Agile Principles & Mindset, Value-Driven Delivery, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Performance, Adaptive Planning and Improvement & Exam.

You will develop practical skills to build high-performing agile teams, apply adaptive planning and prepare for the PMI-ACP examination — capabilities you can apply in your role immediately.

This course is ideal for project & Programme Managers, pMO & Team Leaders, aspiring Project Managers and certification Candidates. Anyone who wants to build confident, practical expertise in agile will benefit.

Yes. The PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) is well suited to working professionals with some exposure to the area. Newcomers can follow it comfortably, while more experienced participants will sharpen and formalise their existing knowledge.

Yes. The PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) is designed for professionals in Project Management and closely related roles, and the examples and exercises are drawn from real, industry-relevant situations.

Yes. The course blends concise theory with hands-on application through worked examples, scenario-based exercises, downloadable templates and case studies — for instance when working through stakeholder Engagement — so you can put the learning into practice.

The PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) is fully self-paced and delivered online. You enrol whenever suits you, work through the modules at your own speed, revisit material as often as you like, and access all resources online with learner support throughout.

The programme is equivalent to around 4 days of training. Because it is self-paced, you can complete it faster or more gradually to fit around your schedule.

On completing the PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) you receive a Duxford Growth Partners Certificate of Completion, which includes CPD credits and can be shared with your employer or on your professional profile.

The course strengthens your credibility and career prospects by giving you current, practical expertise in agile. It helps you take on greater responsibility, contribute more effectively to your team, and demonstrate a recognised commitment to your professional growth.

Your understanding is reinforced through knowledge checks and exam-style practice throughout. The course is aligned to the PMI-ACP syllabus and prepares you for the official examination, which is set and administered separately by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

No — completing this programme awards a Duxford Growth Partners Certificate of Completion. The official PMI-ACP credential is awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI) only after you pass their separate examination, which you register for and sit directly with them. This course prepares you thoroughly for that exam.

There are no strict prerequisites to enrol on the Duxford course — a basic working familiarity with the subject is helpful. Eligibility and any prerequisites for the official PMI-ACP examination are set by the Project Management Institute (PMI), so we recommend checking their current requirements before booking.

Prioritisation and MVP. Incremental delivery.

Building agile teams. Coaching and motivation.

Release and iteration planning. Estimation.

Yes. Value Delivery is one of the core themes of the course and is addressed in depth, alongside Agile, Scrum & Kanban and Adaptive Planning.

The PMI-ACP® Certification Training (Agile Certified Practitioner) is developed and delivered by experienced practitioners, is fully self-paced so it fits around your commitments, uses real-world examples and templates, and earns you a CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion — practical, credible and career-focused.