Who can take it
CompTIA Project+ Eligibility
PK0-005
Whether you can sit the CompTIA Project+ certification exam: prerequisites, who the exam is for, and the skills it assesses.
- 2 prerequisites
- professional level
- 5 skills
Prerequisites and requirements
Published requirements for this certification.
- None
- Foundational knowledge of IT terminology is recommended
Who this exam is for
IT professionals seeking to transition into project management, junior project managers, project coordinators, team leads, and technical professionals responsible for managing project-based tasks within an IT organization.
Skills assessed
What the exam actually tests, beyond the domain names.
Project Lifecycle Management
Resource Allocation
Risk Mitigation
Stakeholder Communication
Change Management
The domains you will be assessed on
Eligibility is not only about paperwork. These are the areas you have to actually know.
| Domain | Weight | Topic count |
|---|---|---|
| Tools and Documentation | 19% | 5 |
| Project Lifecycle Phases | 30% | 5 |
| Project Management Concepts | 33% | 5 |
| Basics of IT and Governance | 18% | 4 |
How demanding this exam is
Cognitive load
Moderate; requires understanding of both procedural workflows and theoretical management frameworks.
Our focus for this certification: Emphasis is placed on the practical application of project lifecycle phases and the ability to select appropriate tools for documentation and communication.
More about the CompTIA Project+ exam
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Frequently asked questions
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