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APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) – Online

Build essential project management skills and gain a recognised qualification, all from the comfort of your own space. Ideal for those starting out in project roles or looking to formalise experience. 

The Association for Project Management (APM) Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) is a great way to start your project management career, allowing you to gain an understanding of the principles of the project profession. It offers a fundamental awareness of project management terminology giving you the knowledge to make a positive contribution to any project. 

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ico ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This course is designed for those new to project management or in project support roles.
No previous experience required.

Active involvement in the project management profession.

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Delivered online by a City & Guilds Training trusted delivery partner.

£450.00 (£540.00 inc VAT)
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ico ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This course is designed for those new to project management or in project support roles.
No previous experience required.

Active involvement in the project management profession.

ico DELIVERY METHODS

Delivered online by a City & Guilds Training trusted delivery partner.

ico PRICE
£450.00 (£540.00 inc VAT)
Project Management

APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) – Online

Build essential project management skills and gain a recognised qualification, all from the comfort of your own space. Ideal for those starting out in project roles or looking to formalise experience. 

The Association for Project Management (APM) Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) is a great way to start your project management career, allowing you to gain an understanding of the principles of the project profession. It offers a fundamental awareness of project management terminology giving you the knowledge to make a positive contribution to any project. 

This course is accredited by the APM and aligns with the PFQ syllabus, based on the APM Body of Knowledge (BoK) 7thedition. It is also SCQF Level 6. It will prepare candidates for the PFQ exam and provide a broad understanding of the principles of project profession.  

No prior knowledge or experience is required for this qualification. 

The Online PFQ utilises state of the art, interactive e-learning. Candidates will complete the modules aligned to the PFQ syllabus. This package includes the online exam. 

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COURSE OVERVIEW

What Will I Learn On This Course?

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Who is this course for?

Who is this course for?

  • This course is ideal for those new to project management or in support roles looking to understand the principles of successful projects.  
  • No previous experience required. 
  • Suitable for you if you’re seeking the flexibility to learn from your own space, and at your preferred pace

What you'll learn?

  • Understand the project lifecycle and key terminology 
  • Explore roles, responsibilities, and stakeholders 
  • Learn risk, quality, and change management principles 
  • Grasp planning, monitoring, and control techniques 
  • Understand communication and leadership in projects

Course content 

  • Project management & operating environment  
  • Project life cycles  
  • Roles and responsibilities within a project  
  • Project management planning  
  • Project scope management  
  • Resource scheduling & optimisation in a project  
  • Project risk and issue management in the context of a project 
  • Quality in the context of a project 
  • Communication in the context of a project  
  • Leadership and teamwork in the context of a project 

Delivered through engaging videos, interactive quizzes, and downloadable resources.  

Complete at your own pace. 

Assessment

  • Assessment: 60-minute multiple-choice exam 
  • Certification: APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) 

Why choose us?

  • Enjoy flexible, self-paced learning and expert-developed content.  
  • High first-time pass rates. 
  • Delivered by City & Guilds Training trusted partner – 20/20 Business Insight. 

Skills Bootcamp Funding

We are currently offering Skills Bootcamps for Project Management Training available to those who live or are employed in the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth & Southampton in partnership with 2020 Project Management and Solent Growth Partnerships.

Solent Growth Partnership has successfully secured funding from the Department for Education (DfE) to support the running of Skills Bootcamps in the Solent region. This funding will boost the Solent’s workforce, ensuring employers have access to new talent, and individuals acquire the skills to get the type of jobs that they aspire to.

If you’re looking to take the first step toward a career in project management, the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) is a great place to start. Whether you’re self-employed and aiming to expand your professional skillset, or currently unemployed and seeking new employment opportunities, gaining this qualification can open doors to a wide range of roles across industries. The PFQ provides a solid foundation in project management principles, making you more attractive to potential employers and clients. If you’re ready to boost your career prospects, get in touch – we’re here to support your journey into project management.

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Entry Requirements

Learners must meet the following criteria

  • Must be aged 19+ and must have turned 19 before 31st August 2024
  • Must have lived in the UK for 3 years
  • – Available to those employed in the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth & Southampton areas
  • Must be employed (as it is a co-funded Skills Bootcamp)

Upcoming Course Dates

The next course for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) Skills Bootcamp (online) starts on 22nd and 26th January and follows the below timetable:

 

Induction

22/01/2026

Virtual

Project Fundamentals

26/01/2026

Virtual

Planning and Scheduling

27/01/2026

Virtual

Risk & Issue Management

28/01/2026

Virtual

Performance & Reporting

29/01/2026

Virtual

Projects & People

30/01/2026

Virtual

APM PFQ Day 1

02/02/2026

Virtual

APM PFQ Day 2

03/02/2026

Virtual

APM PFQ Exam

04/02/2026

Virtual

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