Chartered via Pathway 2 is for project professionals who meet the eligibility criteria and have a recognised assessment for technical knowledge.

What is the eligibility criteria?

To apply for chartered status via Pathway 2, individuals must:

• have a recognised assessment for technical knowledge
• be professionally active
• have proven experience in delivering projects, programmes, portfolios, or key control/enabling functions
• have up-to-date knowledge of current practices and methods
• have active involvement in the project management profession

If the evidence provided is more than five years old, a currency statement is required to demonstrate how you continue to meet the above criteria.

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How to apply via Pathway 2

When you have a recognised assessment that demonstrates your technical knowledge, you can apply through Pathway 2. You will follow a two-stage process: a written submission, followed by an interview.

Stage 1 - Written submission

• Evidence of achieving a recognised assessment.
• Overviews of between one and four projects, programmes or portfolios to provide context for further evidence.
• Written statements covering professional practice in the required competences.
• Confirmation of CPD undertaken as required by APM’s scheme during the past 12 months.
• Details of two proposers.
• Agreement to commit to and comply with the APM Code of Professional Conduct.

Stage 2 - Interview

If your written submission is successful, you’ll be invited to a one hour 15 minute interview covering:

• Exploration and validation of your professional practice from your written submission.
• Ethics, compliance, and professionalism.

Assess your readiness and prepare your application

These resources are designed to support your preparation and help you approach your application with confidence. They do not determine your eligibility or guarantee a successful application.

ChPP guidance notes
Everything you need to understand the Chartered application process, prepare your evidence and plan your next steps.

ChPP Self-Assessment Tool
Assess your readiness for Chartership by matching your experience to the requirements, competences and pathways.

Preparation form
Use the form to organise your evidence, draft project overviews and prepare competence statements before applying.

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Ready to begin your application?

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