As a certified Project Management Professional (PMPĀ®), maintaining your certification is crucial to staying ahead in the competitive project management field. However, life happensādeadlines can be missed, and you might find your PMP status in a less-than-ideal condition. Understanding the distinction between suspended and expired PMP certifications is key to taking the right steps toward renewal.
In this blog, we will break down the difference between a suspended and expired PMP certification, the implications of both, and how to get back on track. We’ll also highlight some alternative ways to renew your PMP without taking the exam again, even if your certification has expired.
What Does it Mean if Your PMP Certification is Suspended?
A PMP certification enters a suspended status if you fail to meet the renewal requirements within your three-year certification cycle. Typically, you are required to earn 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) to maintain your certification. Suspension lasts for one year, during which you are still considered a PMP, but in a limited capacity.
During this period, you must complete the necessary PDUs to reinstate your certification to good standing. If you fail to do so within the one-year suspension period, your certification status will change to expired.
Key Points:
- Suspension lasts for one year.
- You are still technically a PMP but cannot use the certification in a professional capacity.
- If PDUs are not completed during suspension, the certification moves to expired.
- Check out our program to help you renew your PMP in suspension status: PMP Renewal – 60 PDU Course Bundle.
What Happens When Your PMP Certification Expires?
When your PMP certification expires, itās a more severe situation. Your certification is no longer valid, and to regain PMP status, you would normally need to reapply and take the PMP exam again, a time-consuming and costly process.
However, there are alternative ways to renew your PMP without retaking the exam, even if your certification has expired! To assess whether you qualify for this alternative route, fill out our form here for a personalized evaluation.
Whatās the Difference Between Suspended and Expired PMP Certifications?
Suspended | Expired |
Can be reinstated within one year by earning 60 PDUs. | Certification is invalid; typically requires retaking the PMP exam. |
Still considered a PMP but cannot actively use the certification. | No longer recognized as a PMP until certification is regained. |
Easier to recover from with simple renewal. | Need to rewrite the PMP exam |
Steps to Renew Your PMP Certification
Whether you are in the suspended or expired status, taking action early can save you from unnecessary stress. Here are a few steps to regain or retain your PMP certification:
- Complete PDUs Early: Ensure you are tracking and completing your 60 PDUs well before your cycle ends.
- Check Renewal Programs: For those who need to renew quickly, check out Gururo’s PMP Renewal Program, which includes the 60 PDU bundle you need to avoid suspension or expiry.
- Avoid Retaking the Exam: If your certification has already expired, donāt panic! At Gururo, we offer you alternative ways to renew your PMP certification without retaking the exam.
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Alternative Ways to Renew After Expiry
We understand how challenging it can be to manage your PMP certification amidst a busy work-life schedule. That’s why we have created an exclusive pathway that allows you to renew your expired PMP certification without having to take the exam.
Fill out this form to check your eligibility for this route.
Why Choose Gururo for PMP Renewal?
- Lowest Fee Commitment: With our renewal program, youāll benefit from the most cost-effective solution to regain your PMP status.
- No Exam Hassle: We provide an alternate route that helps you avoid the burden of retaking the PMP exam.
- Practical Learning: Our renewal program offers practical, career-transforming content, so you not only renew your certification but also enhance your skills.
- Exclusive Offers: As a part of the Gururo community, we provide exclusive discounts, early access to training, and much more.
Final Thoughts
Donāt wait until itās too late! If your PMP certification is suspended or has expired, take proactive steps today. Whether you need to earn PDUs quickly or you’re worried about an expired certification, Gururo has you covered. Learn more about our PMP Certification Training or sign up for our PMP Renewal Program to get back on track.
For those whose certification has expired, remember there are alternative ways to renew without taking the exam. Fill out this form to see if you qualify!
