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    Earn Power Skills PDUs for PMP Renewal

    Build leadership, communication, and collaboration skills required for PMI continuing certification.

    Duration
    1–4 weeks
    Certifications
    PMI Power Skills PDUs
    Key Skills
    Communication; Conflict resolution; Negotiation; Emotional intelligence; Team leadership; Collaboration
    Work Settings
    PMOs, project teams, management roles, corporate leadership
    Job Outlook
    +7% (Faster than average)
    Salary Range
    $80K–$140K+

    What Is Power Skills PDU?

    The Power Skills PDU program provides PMI-approved professional development hours focused on leadership, communication, and interpersonal effectiveness required for PMP credential renewal.

    Participants strengthen soft skills essential for leading teams, managing stakeholders, resolving conflict, and improving collaboration in real-world project environments.

    What You'll Learn in Power Skills PDU Training

    Core Skills

    • Leadership communication
    • Conflict management
    • Negotiation strategies
    • Emotional intelligence
    • Team collaboration

    Safety & Compliance

    • Professional ethics
    • PMI code of conduct
    • Workplace communication standards

    Tools & Technology

    • Virtual learning platforms
    • Collaboration tools
    • PMI-aligned coursework

    Admissions Requirements for Power Skills PDU Training

    Most Power Skills PDU programs have accessible entry requirements designed to help motivated students start their career.

    PMP certification or active PMI credential recommended

    Requirements vary by program and training provider. Career-Bond partners will confirm specific requirements during enrollment.

    Certifications for Power Skills PDU

    This program prepares you for nationally recognized certifications that employers value.

    PDU (Power Skills – PMP Renewal)

    PMI – Project Management Institute

    Exam Focus: Leadership, communication, and collaboration PDUs

    Certification requirements vary by state and employer. Career-Bond partners will help you understand the requirements in your area.

    Power Skills PDU Salary & Job Outlook

    $80K–$140K+
    National Salary Range
    ~$115,000
    Median Salary
    +7% (Faster than average)
    Job Growth Rate
    High Demand
    Market Outlook

    Growing demand driven by ongoing credential maintenance requirements for PMP-certified professionals

    Career Outlook for Power Skills PDU

    Work Settings

    PMOs, enterprise project teams, management and leadership roles

    Advancement Path

    Advance into Senior PM, Program Manager, PMO Lead, or Executive Leadership

    What Is the Difference Between Power Skills PDU and PMP Certification?

    TL;DR: PDUs support renewal; PMP prep supports certification attainment.

    Power Skills PDUs provide continuing education required to maintain PMP certification, while PMP Certification programs prepare candidates for the initial PMI PMP exam.

    Comparing Programs
    Power Skills PDU
    PMP Certification
    Primary Focus
    Power Skills PDU

    Credential renewal

    PMP Certification

    Initial certification prep

    Typical Training Length
    Power Skills PDU

    1–4 weeks

    PMP Certification

    3–6 months

    Core Skills
    Power Skills PDU

    Leadership and communication

    PMP Certification

    PM frameworks and delivery

    Certifications
    Power Skills PDU

    Maintains credential

    PMP Certification

    Earns credential

    Work Settings
    Power Skills PDU

    Existing PM roles

    PMP Certification

    Aspiring senior PMs

    Technology Used
    Power Skills PDU

    Learning platforms

    PMP Certification

    Exam prep platforms

    Career Progression
    Power Skills PDU

    Maintains certification status

    PMP Certification

    Achieves PMP certification

    Best For
    Power Skills PDU

    PMP holders

    PMP Certification

    Experienced PM candidates

    Power Skills PDU

    Choose Power Skills PDU if you're a PMP holder needing renewal credits.

    PMP Certification

    Choose PMP Certification if you're preparing for initial certification.

    Benefits of Power Skills PDU Training

    Required for PMP renewal
    Strengthens leadership effectiveness
    Improves team and stakeholder communication
    PMI-aligned continuing education
    Supports career advancement

    Power Skills PDU Student Reviews

    "The Power Skills modules strengthened my communication and leadership abilities."

    Megan T.
    Senior Project Manager

    "The PDUs helped me renew my PMP and grow in my role."

    Andre G.
    PMO Specialist

    "The focus on emotional intelligence was extremely valuable."

    Clara S.
    Project Lead

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