PRINCE2 Practitioner

Which course format is right for me?

We offer multiple course formats so you can pick the learning solution that best suits you. Below, you’ll find a brief description of course formats and what you can expect when you train with our PRINCE2 Foundation courses.

PRINCE2 Practitioner self-study online

This format gives you 12-months’ access to a self-study, online PRINCE2 Practitioner course. Learning content can be accessed from any home or mobile device - no additional software is required.

This online PRINCE2 Practitioner self-study course is filled with interactive learning modules, each focusing on a topic related to the PRINCE2 Practitioner learning objectives.

It is possible to complete this course in just 15 hours. Although we advise you to take your time to prepare for your Practitioner exam by taking the practice exams included.

A PRINCE2 Practitioner online course is best suited to students or working professional who can’t commit to a fixed date classroom course.

Online training is also sometimes referred to as distance learning or computer-based training (CBT).

PRINCE2 Practitioner virtual

The PRINCE2 Practitioner virtual classes allow candidates to receive the very best face-to-face PRINCE2 training from an accredited PRINCE2 instructor. Students can participate from anywhere in the world. Virtual classes can be accessed through a web-browser - no additional software is required.

PRINCE2 Practitioner virtual classes take place over a 2.5-day period. After the course, you choose to sit your Practitioner exam whenever it is most convenient for you.

Our virtual classes come with sample Practitioner exams and pre-course reading materials. You can record lessons and watch them back later, which helps when you prepare for your Practitioner exam.

A PRINCE2 Practitioner virtual class is best suited to candidates who enjoy learning in a more traditional classroom environment and those who think they might benefit from the excellent training provided by our PRINCE2 instructors.

If you do not already have PRINCE2 Foundation, or one of the other prerequisites, then you can opt to take a 4.5-day PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner virtual class.

PRINCE2 Practitioner traditional classroom course

PRINCE2 Practitioner is also available as a traditional classroom course, but during the Covid-19 pandemic classes have been cancelled. These will resume when it is safe to do so.

Frequently asked questions

Is PRINCE2 the best project management certification?

PRINCE2 is the most widely recognized project management qualification on the market today. PRINCE2 is officially endorsed by the UK government and used extensively in both public and private sectors.

PRINCE2 is an industry standard and is also recognized as the benchmark for capability within the project management industry.

While there are many project management qualifications to choose from, few offer the flexibility and practicality of PRINCE2.

PRINCE2 can be used in combination with other project management methodologies including agile project management and lean agile project management, making it a great knowledge base from which to build your project management career.

How do virtual classes work?

Virtual classes give you access to professional PRINCE2 instructors through your home computer or mobile device. They're a great learning alternative for those who want to learn about PRINCE2 Foundation with the help of a PRINCE2 instructor.

PRINCE2 Foundation virtual classes are accessed through your web browser. You will be given a login after choosing your course date. No additional software is required, but you need a webcam, audio and stable internet connection.

Virtual classes allow you to see and chat with instructors and classmates in real-time via live video feed. In addition, our virtual classes come with handy tools to help you learn. You can share notes, record classes and take quick pop-quizzes provided by instructors.

As a Foundation student you are provided with reading material to help you familiarize yourself with some of the topics to be covered in the Foundation class. You also are given homework to help you revise for your final exam.

Our virtual PRINCE2 Foundation classes provide all the benefits of distance education combined with an interactive, social learning environment.

What is the history of PRINCE2?

PRINCE (meaning ‘PR ojects IN Controlled Environments’) is a project management methodology derived from an earlier method called PROMPT II (Project Resource Organisation Management Planning Techniques).

In 1989, PRINCE was adopted by the Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency (CCTA) as a UK government standard for project management on IT projects.

In 1996, PRINCE2 was revised as the 2nd version and became known as PRINCE2. This was a generic project management method to be used on any type of project. Since 1996, PRINCE2 has become widely used across the world by governments and corporations. It is used by the United Nations Development Programme.

Since 1996 PRINCE2 has undergone several revisions. It was revised in 2009 under the auspices of the Office of Government Commerce (OGC) which is when it moved away from an essay-based Practitioner exam to a multiple-choice exam.

In 2014, AXELOS was formed as a joint venture between the Cabinet Office and Capita plc. AXELOS took over responsibility for the maintenance and development of PRINCE2. Under the leadership of AXELOS, PRINCE2 was revised again in 2017 to incorporate more guidance on tailoring of the method. This latest revision is also known as PRINCE2 6th edition.

In 2018, PeopleCert was chosen by AXELOS as the sole EI (Examination Institute) for delivery of PRINCE2 Accreditation and Examination services worldwide.

Knowledge Train is one of many PRINCE2 Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) which are accredited worldwide by PeopleCert to provide accredited PRINCE2 training and examinations to students.

What are the prerequisites for the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam?

Before sitting the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam you must already have one of the following qualifications:

• PRINCE2 Foundation (or higher) - this only applies to certificates obtained after 1 January 2009
• Project Management Qualification (PMQ) from the Association for Project Management (APM)
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
• IPMA Level A® (Certified Projects Director)
• IPMA Level B® (Certified Senior Project Manager)
• IPMA Level C® (Certified Project Manager)
• IPMA Level D® (Certified Project Management Associate).