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PDU & Certification Renewal

PMICertification Renewal

PMI uses Professional Development Units through its Continuing Certification Requirements program.

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Renewal overview

How PMI renewal works

PMI certification holders generally earn the required PDUs for their credential, report them through PMI, and complete the applicable renewal process.

PDU requirements vary by PMI certification.

Qualifying professional development activities can earn PDUs.

PDUs are reported through PMI's certification system.

An applicable certification renewal fee may be required.

Before you renew

Check these four things first.

Expiration date

Confirm exactly when your credential stops being current.

Renewal method

Determine whether you need CEs, CPEs, PDUs, an assessment, or another exam.

Renewal window

Know when you become eligible to start or submit renewal.

Official policy

Verify current requirements on the provider's official website before taking action.

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