Standard Learning Credits for Project Management training

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Use your Standard Learning Credits to gain a Project Management qualification

Turn military experience into a recognised qualification with APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)

As a member of the Armed Forces, you already possess leadership, discipline, organisation and operational experience but turning those strengths into formally recognised qualifications can strongly boost your value, both now and in your civilian future. The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) isn’t just another course; it builds on what you already do. It arms you with structured project management knowledge planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, that can make your current role more efficient, more visible, and more rewarding.

If you are considering life after service, or desire career flexibility alongside your military path, the APM PFQ gives you a head start. Civilian employers from defence contractors to logistics, healthcare to government recognise the APM brand and know what this qualification means. By using your Standard Learning Credits, you can earn this qualification at very low personal cost, boosting your CV and enhancing your skills. It’s an investment in your skills now, with benefits that carry you forward.

What are the benefits of taking the APM PFQ course with Standard Learning Credits support

Recognised civilian qualification: Gain a respected APM credential that demonstrates your ability to manage projects, valued by employers across all sectors.
Stronger military career impact: Enhance your current role by applying proven project management techniques to military tasks, improving planning, delivery, and leadership outcomes.
Smooth career transition: Bridge the gap between military and civilian working environments, translating your experience into language and qualifications employers understand.
Affordable learning: Use Standard Learning Credits to reduce personal costs, making professional development both accessible and cost-effective.
Versatile career opportunities: Open doors to careers in project management, business, engineering, logistics, construction, IT, and beyond.

What should you expect from the course

Training Style: Structured and informal with discussions and mini challenges
Training Location: Live Online with an expert project management trainer
Requirements: A computer with Windows or Mac OS – preferably a personal computer with a reasonable internet connection
Software: Microsoft Teams
Course duration: 2 days – 09:00 to 16:30
About the course: APM PFQ
Includes: Course notes, link to daily recordings, training and support, exam.
Online Exam: 1 hour multi choice (taken when you are ready)
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Cost Breakdown (Price Reduction)

Standard total cost: £975 (Includes everything)
Discounted Training cost: £260
Exam cost: £260
Training + Exam costs: £520 (This is what we’ll invoice you)
You claim your SLC after the course and exam: £175
Total cost to you after the claim: £520 – £175 = £345
Huge savings; MoD personnel only

Try out our short Quizzes?

Do you have the attributes of a Project Manager: PM Quiz
Do you have the attributes of a Change Manager: CM Quiz
Choosing the right Certification option for you: Certification

Sample level 1: APM PFQ Quiz questions
(Not formal questions taken from the APM question bank. To be used as a learning aid.)

On passing the APM PFQ exam you will receive a coveted digital badge from the APM to your email address.

Link to the Chartered Institute of Project Management – APM

We’re an Accredited Training Provider for APM Project Fundamentals Qualification

We’re accredited to provide the best learning experience for you. Find out more.

Get approval to use your Standard Learning Credits for a project management qualification

Individuals must take advice from their local Education Officer to understand the eligibility of using standard learning credits for this course. Then follow the procedure of applying and claiming. Please note this should be prior to the starting &/or paying for the course.

Applying

Prior to committing for the course Complete MOD Form 1950
Get Line manager’s approval on the form
Submit to your local Education Centre for further approval
Once approved individuals can commit to the course

Claiming

On completion of the course submit Receipt of Payment + Proof of successful completion to your Unit education centre (RN & RAF need to complete and submit refund forms) → Service person’s receive the SLC as part of their pay (depends upon the JPA main cut-off point)

What Project Management Qualification should you consider next

You have a choice of either AgilePM^® Foundation and Practitioner or PRINCE2^® Foundation and Practitioner. On completion of one or both qualifications then an APM Project Management Qualification is a good next step. The benefit of taking PRINCE2 before the APM PMQ is that you then have a choice of either a 2 hour and 3 hour PMQ exam. Current popular project management qualifications bundles are AgilePM and APM PMQ.

Its not always recommended to take the APM PMQ straight after an APM PFQ without some considerable project management experience. There’s a huge difference between the two qualifications and that’s why we recommend choosing either AgilePM or PRINCE2 as your next option.

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