About the Program
The PMI Silver Springs Chapter is committed to supporting our active duty, reserve, transitioning service members, and veterans. The Chapter’s Military Relations program helps to connect our military and veteran members with relevant opportunities, training, professional development, and networking opportunities.
Please consider sharing some basic details about your military service to help us tailor our support. If you have specific areas of interest, and/or are interested in volunteering, please note this in the “Comment” box or search our open positions.
For additional information after completing this form, please contact our Military Liaison by sending an email to ML1@pmissc.org.
Military Outreach Partnership
The PMI Silver Springs Chapter is searching for organizations to partner with to better support our Veteran Members. If you are an organization with a passion for our Service Members and are in or around the Silver Springs, Maryland area, we would love to connect with you!
For additional information after completing this form, please contact our Military Liaison by sending an email to [email protected].
How to Apply for PMP Certification?
The application process requires three steps.
This Link has more detail on each of these steps.
For extra information on filling out the application, Here is a Link to the Application Checklist.
This Link provides information on translating your military experience into project management.
Any Recommendations for Exam Preparation?
We highly recommend that all exam candidates register for training through PMI Authorized Training Partners. These instructors are required to complete the PMI Authorized Training Partner Train the Trainer – PMP Exam Prep® program and use PMI-developed training course content. A list of these courses can be found Here.
How Do I Translate My Military Skills and Experience into the PMP Application?
The first step is to review your military evaluations. Identify any bullets where you led or participated in a project. A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. Find events you’ve organized/helped organize and executed, training you developed or instructed, SOPs/policies you’ve written, etc.
If you are looking for additional assistance, Vets2PM provides a military application translator—free of charge. Click Here to Create an Account.
In the student portal area of the website, you will see the link to the PMP Application Translator.
Not Seeing the Membership Rate to Take the Exam?
It's a Two-step process:
Step 1. E-mail [email protected] with the members name and PMI ID and explain the situation to them.
Step 2. Receive the response from Member services and forward it on to the member.
How to use Post 9-11 GI Bill to pay for PMP Test
The GI Bill offers financial assistance for PMP certification as well as supplemental education and training. Eligible service members and veterans can use the GI Bill to pay up to $2,000 in fees for certification exams. For additional information or help regarding your eligibility, contact VA 888-GIBILL-1 (888-442-4551).
If eligible, the following Link has specific information on the process and contains the Application for Reimbursement of Licensing or Certification Test Fees (Form 22-0803).
Is there a military discount for the PMP Exam?
Unfortunately, the PMP exam does not have a military discount. There are ways some military members can receive reimbursement for the cost of the exam. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, Please Visit the Post 9-11 GI Bill and DOD Credentials Program Office site.
The Site has links to the GI Bill Benefits page as well as each service Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL) sites.
Veteran Self Identification
The PMI Silver Springs Chapter is committed to supporting our active duty, reserve, transitioning service members, and veterans. The Chapter’s Military Relations program helps to connect our military and veteran members with relevant opportunities, training, professional development, and networking opportunities.
Please consider sharing some basic details about your military service to help us tailor our support. If you have specific areas of interest, and/or are interested in volunteering, please note this in the “Comment” box or search our open positions.
For additional information after completing this form, please contact our Military Liaison by sending an email to ML1@pmissc.org.
