Active Status: When you first earn a certification, you are considered to be in active status. When you fulfill all CCR requirements, you maintain good standing with an active status.

Activity Type: The specific format of a PDU-earning activity (e.g., attending a course, writing a paper, volunteering).

Appeals Process: The formal procedure established by PMI for certification holders to appeal decisions related to the CCR program, such as audit findings or suspension/revocation actions.

Audit: The process by which PMI randomly selects a percentage of certification holders to verify their reported PDU activities.

Audit Documentation: The supporting documentation that a certification holder may be required to provide to PMI during a CCR audit to verify their reported PDU activities.

Audit Process: The process PMI uses to verify the PDUs claimed by certification holders.

Audit Selection: The process by which PMI randomly selects a percentage of certification holders for a CCR audit to verify their reported PDU activities.

Authorized Training Partner (ATP): An organization approved by PMI to provide training for PDUs. (Note that you are NOT required to earn PDUs from an ATP)

Blogs: Websites with project management articles and insights that may offer PDUs for reading relevant content.

Business Acumen: The ability to make informed decisions and understand how projects align with broader organizational strategies and global trends, vital for professionals at all levels.

CAPM: Certified Associate in Project Management, a certification offered by PMI for entry-level project managers.

CCR: Continuing Certification Requirements, the program that outlines the requirements for renewing PMI certifications.

CCR Exemption: A temporary waiver granted by PMI for certain CCR requirements under specific circumstances, such as military deployment or medical reasons.

CCR Handbook: The official guide published by PMI that outlines the CCR requirements and policies for each certification.

CCR Policies: The rules and guidelines established by PMI that govern the CCR program and its requirements.

CCR Policy Updates: The periodic revisions or changes made by PMI to the policies, guidelines, and requirements governing the CCR program, which certification holders must stay informed about and comply with.

CCR Program: PMI’s Continuing Certification Requirements program that supports the ongoing educational and professional development of certification holders.

CCR System: The online system used by PMI certification holders to report and track their PDU activities during the certification cycle.

CCRS: Continuing Certification Requirements System, an online tool for reporting PDUs and tracking certification progress.

Certification Cycle: The 3-year period during which a PMI certification holder must earn and report the required PDUs.

Certification Renewal: The process of fulfilling PDU requirements and submitting the renewal fee to maintain certification.

Chapter Events: Educational events offered by PMI chapters that may qualify for PDUs.

Complaint Process: The formal procedure established by PMI for individuals to report potential violations or concerns related to the CCR program or certification holders' compliance.

Compliance: The state of meeting all CCR requirements to maintain an active PMI certification status.

Compliance Acknowledgement: The formal confirmation or statement issued by PMI to a certification holder upon successfully meeting all CCR requirements and renewing their certification.

Compliance Audit Notification: The official communication from PMI informing a certification holder that they have been selected for a CCR audit and requesting supporting documentation.

Compliance Dashboard: The online portal or interface within the CCR system that allows certification holders to view their current PDU status, remaining requirements, and other compliance-related information.

Compliance Deadline: The final date by which all CCR requirements must be met and reported to PMI to avoid suspension or revocation of a certification.

Compliance Monitoring: The ongoing process by PMI to ensure that certification holders are adhering to the CCR requirements and policies throughout their certification cycle.

Compliance Review: The evaluation conducted by PMI to determine whether a certification holder has met all CCR requirements within the specified certification cycle.

Conferences & Seminars: Industry events offering project management-focused sessions that may qualify for PDUs.

Contact Hours: Formal project management education or training received prior to applying for a certification. Note: Contact hours are distinct from PDUs (Professional Development Units) used for maintaining a PMI certification. They are a prerequisite for eligibility to apply for certain PMI certifications.

Continuing Education: The ongoing process of acquiring new knowledge and skills to maintain and enhance professional competence.

Continuing Education (CE): Educational activities that enhance professional knowledge and skills, including PDU-earning activities.

Credential Code: The unique code assigned to each PMI certification holder for reporting and tracking purposes.

Credential Maintenance: The ongoing process of maintaining a PMI certification through PDU renewal.

Cycle: The timeframe allotted to earn PDUs for PMI certification renewal (typically 3 years).

Digital Media Learning: Earning PDUs through online content like videos and podcasts.

Documentary Evidence: Proof required during an audit to verify PDUs claimed.

Documentation: Proof of participation required for PDU claim submission (e.g., certificates, attendance records).

Education PDUs: PDUs earned through formal education activities, such as attending courses, seminars, or workshops.

Expired Status: Status of a certification that has not met renewal requirements within the suspension period.

Extension Request: The formal process of requesting an extension for meeting the CCR requirements from PMI, typically due to extenuating circumstances.

Extenuating Circumstances: Special conditions that might affect the certification renewal process.

Formal Education: Structured learning activities like courses and training sessions.

Giving Back PDUs: PDUs earned through professional service activities, such as creating content, presenting at events, or volunteering with PMI.

Inactive Status: A temporary status when certification requirements are not met.

Informal Learning: Unstructured learning activities like discussions and mentoring.

Knowledge Sharing: Presenting project management knowledge and experiences to others, potentially earning PDUs.

Learning Objectives: The specific goals or knowledge areas addressed by a PDU-earning activity.

Mentoring: Guiding and supporting less experienced project professionals, which can qualify for PDUs under certain conditions.

Multiple Certifications: Holding more than one PMI certification simultaneously.

Non-Compliance: The state of failing to meet the CCR requirements within the specified timeframe, which may result in suspension or revocation of a PMI certification.

Online Courses: Web-based learning programs that offer PDUs upon completion.

Online Courses: Digital learning modules that earn PDUs.

Organizational Meetings: Professional gatherings with an educational component.

PDU: Professional Development Unit, the unit of measure used by PMI to quantify approved learning and professional service activities.

PDU Acceptance Criteria: The guidelines and standards used by PMI to evaluate and determine whether a reported PDU activity meets the eligibility requirements for recognition.

PDU Activity Approval Process: The procedures and steps followed by PMI to review and approve reported PDU activities for recognition within the CCR program.

PDU Activity Documentation: The various forms of evidence or records that certification holders must maintain to support their reported PDU activities, such as certificates, transcripts, or attendance records.

PDU Activity Evaluation: The process by which PMI reviews and assesses the eligibility and appropriateness of reported PDU activities for recognition within the CCR program.

PDU Activity Type: The specific category or classification of a PDU activity, such as a course, webinar, or book.

PDU Approval Code: The unique code assigned by PMI to a specific PDU activity or provider, used for reporting purposes.

PDU Calculation: The determination of the appropriate PDU value for a specific activity based on the guidelines provided by PMI.

PDU Carryover: The process of transferring a portion of excess PDUs earned in one certification cycle to the next cycle, subject to PMI's policies and limitations.

PDU Category: The classification of PDU activities into different categories, such as Education, Giving Back to the Profession, or Working as a Professional.

PDU Claim: The submission of a PDU activity and its details for formal recognition by PMI.

PDU Deficiency: The situation where a certification holder has not earned or reported enough PDUs to meet the requirements for their certification cycle.

PDU Eligibility Criteria: The guidelines and criteria established by PMI to determine which activities qualify for earning PDUs and their respective values.

PDU Limitations: The restrictions or maximum limits imposed by PMI on the number of PDUs that can be earned through certain activities or categories within a certification cycle.

PDU Overage: The excess PDUs earned by a certification holder beyond the required amount for a certification cycle, which may be eligible for carrying over to the next cycle (with limitations).

PDU Provider: An organization or individual approved by PMI to offer educational activities that qualify for PDUs.

PDU Recording: The process of documenting and maintaining records of completed PDU activities and their corresponding details for reporting and auditing purposes.

PDU Rejection: The decision by PMI not to accept or recognize a reported PDU activity due to non-compliance with eligibility criteria or insufficient supporting documentation.

PDU Reporting: The submission of completed PDU activities and their details to PMI through the CCR system for formal recognition and recording.

PDU Reporting Deadline Extension: A temporary extension granted by PMI to a certification holder for submitting their PDU activities beyond the regular reporting deadline, typically due to extenuating circumstances.

PDU Retirement Exemption: A provision that allows PMI certification holders who have reached retirement age to be exempt from earning PDUs for their certification renewal.

PDU Retroactive Claiming: The process of reporting PDU activities that were completed during a previous certification cycle but were not initially claimed or recognized.

PDU Submission Deadline: The final date by which PDU activities must be reported and submitted to PMI for recognition within a specific certification cycle.

PDU Tracking: The process of monitoring and recording PDU activities throughout the certification cycle to ensure compliance with the CCR requirements.

PDU Transcript: The record of all PDU activities reported and accepted by PMI for a certification holder during a certification cycle.

PDU Validity Period: The timeframe during which a reported PDU activity is considered valid and can be applied towards the CCR requirements.

PDU Verification: The process by which PMI reviews and validates the accuracy and eligibility of reported PDU activities during a CCR audit.

PDUs: Professional Development Units, the measuring unit used to quantify approved learning and professional service activities.

PDUs for Multiple Certifications: Earning PDUs that count towards more than one PMI certification.

PMI Certification: A credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) that validates an individual's project management competency. (e.g., PMP, PMI-ACP, PgMP)

PMI Talent Triangle: A framework focusing on Ways of Working, Power Skills, and Business Acumen to ensure project professionals remain relevant in a changing business environment.

Podcasts: Audio or video programs on project management topics that may qualify for PDUs if they meet specific criteria.

Portfolio Management: The process of managing a collection of projects and programs, potentially qualifying for PDUs.

Power Skills: Interpersonal skills, including collaborative leadership, communication, innovation, purpose-driven orientation, and empathy, essential for maintaining influence and driving change among stakeholders.

Practitioner: A person actively working in their certified role.

Pre-approved: PDU-earning activities that have been reviewed and validated by PMI to meet their educational standards.

Professional Development: Activities that enhance professional skills and knowledge.

Professional Development Unit (PDU): A unit of credit awarded for participating in qualifying educational activities that enhance project management skills and knowledge.

Provider: Organizations or individuals offering PDU-earning activities.

Reading for PDUs: Self-directed reading relevant to project management that earns PDUs.

Recertification: The process of maintaining a PMI certification by earning enough PDUs within a specific timeframe.

Reinstatement: The process of restoring a suspended PMI certification to active status by meeting the CCR requirements and paying applicable fees.

Reinstatement Fee: The additional fee that a certification holder may be required to pay to PMI to reinstate their certification after a suspension or revocation due to CCR non-compliance.

Renewal: The process of maintaining a PMI certification by earning enough PDUs within a specific timeframe.

Renewal Date: The specific date by which a PMI certification holder must meet all CCR requirements and pay the renewal fee.

Renewal Fee: The fee that must be paid to PMI before the end of the certification cycle to maintain an active certification status.

Reporting PDUs: The process of submitting PDUs earned to PMI.

Reporting Period: The specific timeframe during the certification cycle when PDU activities must be reported to PMI.

Resources: The materials and tools provided by PMI to assist certification holders in understanding and meeting the CCR requirements, such as handbooks, webinars, and online resources.

Retired Status: Status for certification holders in good standing who wish to voluntarily relinquish their active status due to retirement.

Revocation: The permanent withdrawal of a PMI certification due to failure to meet the CCR requirements or pay the renewal fee.

Self-Directed Learning PDUs: PDUs earned through informal learning activities, such as reading books or articles, watching videos, or participating in online forums.

Self-Study: Independent learning activities, such as reading books or articles, that can earn PDUs if aligned with PMI requirements.

Skill Area: Specific areas of knowledge or competency in project management.

Strategic & Business: PDUs earned through activities that enhance understanding of business strategy and its application in project management.

Suspension: The temporary revocation of a PMI certification due to failure to meet the CCR requirements or pay the renewal fee.

Suspension Period: The period of one year during which certification holders who do not meet CCR requirements may not refer to themselves as certification holders or use the certification designation.

Training Courses: Instructor-led courses that provide education and PDUs.

Violation: A breach of PMI's CCR policies or guidelines, which may result in disciplinary action or revocation of a certification.

Violation Penalties: The consequences or disciplinary actions imposed by PMI for violations of the CCR policies or guidelines, which may include suspension, revocation, or other penalties.

Volunteer Activities: Project management-related volunteer work that may qualify for PDUs.

Ways of Working: Mastering diverse methods of completing work to effectively apply the appropriate technique at the right time, ensuring successful project outcomes.

Webinars: Online seminars that provide project management education and can qualify for PDUs.

Work as a Practitioner: Earning PDUs by working in a particular role, most often as a project manager.