important information for apm accredited providers

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by  Laura Taylor

APPENDIX B – AP Application

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FOR APM ACCREDITED PROVIDERS
APPENDIX B – AP Application

Contents
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APM ACCREDITED PROVIDERS
Contents ....................................................................................................................... 2
Terms and conditions .................................................................................................. 3
Booking an examination ............................................................................................... 4
Overseas examinations ................................................................................................ 4
Invigilators ................................................................................................................. 4
Reasonable adjustments ............................................................................................... 5
Extra time ................................................................................................................... 5
Scribe ........................................................................................................................ 5
Use of a PC ................................................................................................................ 5
Other aids/equipment available .................................................................................... 5
Separate examination rooms ......................................................................................... 6
Fees .......................................................................................................................... 6
Candidate resources ....................................................................................................... 7
Publications ................................................................................................................ 7
After the exam ............................................................................................................... 9
Results ....................................................................................................................... 9
Appeals ....................................................................................................................... 10
Terms and conditions for accredited providers .................................................................. 11
Maintaining accredited status ..................................................................................... 11
Contact details ............................................................................................................. 15

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Important information for accredited providers
This document outlines the requirements for maintaining APM accredited status and booking APM
exams. The aim is to help training providers to deliver APM qualifications to accredited standards,
meeting the needs of the provider and candidate alike. This document contains important information
relating to APM’s range of qualifications. For any queries regarding anything mentioned here, please see
the contact list at the end of this document.

Please ensure all those within your organisation concerned with your APM accredited course(s) have the
information from this document relevant to their roles.

As an accredited provider you will have access to a dedicated community area within the APM website
in which you will find resources to aid your delivery of APM qualifications. To access this area you need
to register with apm.org.uk and then send your user name to [email protected].

Please note specific guidance for training providers accredited to run Practitioner Qualification events is
available on request.
Terms and conditions
At the end of this document you will find the terms and conditions for accredited providers. You are
required to sign and return the form to the accreditation officer to confirm that you have read and
understand the terms of your accreditation.
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Booking an examination
Please note, for Introductory Certificate online examinations, changes to the information provided below
apply. Those changes are detailed in the Introductory Certificate online Agreement.

To book an examination with APM, please complete an Examination Notification Booking Form (QA12 or
QA12b for self-invigilated exams). Once complete please email the form directly to the APM
qualifications department at [email protected]. Where possible, three weeks notification of an
examination is requested, although APM will always try to accommodate any late bookings. Please
contact the qualifications department for confirmation.

Unless the exam is to be self-invigilated, APM will locate an invigilator for the examination and confirm
details of the examination and invigilator in writing to the training provider, along with the due-by date
for the application forms. Please note there is a maximum of 20 candidates per examination. A candidate
list for each examination is requested at least 10 working days prior to the examination date.

Application forms for the candidates should be received by APM by midday at least five working days
prior to the examination date. Application forms are available from our website via the following link,
apm.org.uk/APMQualifications. Once forms are completed please email them to the qualifications
department at [email protected].

Please see the terms and conditions for accredited providers at the end of this document for further
information regarding late candidate bookings, substitutions and candidates re-sitting.
Overseas examinations
To book an overseas examination with APM, please complete an Examination Notification Booking Form
(QA12 or QA12b for self-invigilated exams). Once complete please email the form directly to the APM
qualifications department at [email protected]. Where possible, four weeks notification of an
examination is requested, although APM will always try to accommodate any late bookings. Please
contact the qualifications department for confirmation.

Unless the exam is to be self-invigilated, APM will locate an invigilator for the examination, keeping the
training provider informed of progress on this, and confirm details of the examination and invigilator in
writing to the training provider, along with the due-by date for the application forms. Please note there is
a maximum of 20 candidates per examination. A candidate list for each examination is required at least
15 working days prior to the examination date.

Application forms for the candidates should be received by APM by midday at least 10 working days
prior to the examination date. Application forms are available from our website via the following link,
apm.org.uk/APMQualifications. Once forms are completed please email them to the qualifications
department at [email protected].

Please see the terms and conditions for accredited providers attached to this document for further
information regarding late candidate bookings, substitutions and candidates re-sitting.
Invigilators
Accredited providers can opt to self-invigilate at any time. Fees for self invigilation will be invoiced at the
same time as annual renewal, although if applying between annual renewal dates, a pro-rata amount will
be invoiced. Self–invigilation application documentation is available from APM or the accredited
provider dedicated community area on the APM website.

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Opting to self-invigilate does not preclude a provider from requesting an invigilator from APM, should
the need arise, at the standard fee.

Where an invigilator is provided by APM, they will be independent of the candidates and deliverers of
the course. On receipt of your booking APM will find an invigilator close to your venue and secure their
services before confirming acceptance of the booking with you. APM will advise you of the name of the
invigilator when confirming your booking.
Reasonable adjustments
APM is committed to promoting a positive attitude towards people with learning and physical needs.
The association has a great deal of experience in facilitating individual requirements and tailoring
adjustments with the aim of removing any unfair disadvantage that the individual may encounter as a
consequence of his or her medical condition.

Access to the facilities or arrangements described here can be granted to candidates with
disabilities/learning difficulties who apply to the qualifications department. A reasonable adjustment
may be allowed for candidates with a medical or physical condition that prevents them from completing
the exam within the normal regulations.

Requests for reasonable adjustments must be received by APM at least 10 working days prior to the
examination. Requests for dispensations for an overseas examination must be received by APM at least
15 working days prior to the examination.

All requests must be supported by a medical certificate or other relevant medical documentation from
their GP or other relevant medical professional. This must be stated at the time of application. All
medical evidence must be received by APM by midday at least five working days, or for overseas
examinations at least 10 working days, prior to the examination date. Failure to do so will result in the
reasonable adjustment not being granted.
Extra time
Extra time is available to candidates with dyslexia or a medical requirement. This is typically an additional
15 minutes per hour.
Scribe
A scribe is someone to whom exam candidates can dictate their answers during the exam. Scribes can
be made available to candidates who have dyslexia or those with a medical condition. Such candidates
will sit their exams in a separate room with their scribe who will also act as their invigilator. The scribe will
be a representative of APM and will not have knowledge in the field of project management. Upon
request, extra time will usually be given in instances when a scribe is used.
Use of a PC
PCs can be made available to dyslexic candidates or those with medical conditions who are unable to
write or find it easier to type out their answers using a keyboard. Such candidates must also have access
to a printer. Exam answers will normally be written in Microsoft Word. Microsoft Excel or other packages
allowing calculations cannot be used. Extra time is allowed for printing.
Other aids/equipment available
Large print papers may be produced for partially sighted candidates or dyslexic candidates with prior
arrangement with the qualifications department. Requests for large print papers must be received by
midday at least 10 working days before the exam date.
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Candidates may bring cushions, special seats and any other resting aids by prior arrangement with the
qualifications department.
Separate examination rooms
In instances where a candidate requires the use of a scribe a separate examination room will be required
to ensure there are no distractions to other candidates. If a candidate requires the use of a PC they may
sit in the main examination room with the written consent of the other candidates. This consent must be
received by the qualifications department five working days prior to the examination date. However, if
there are any objections such candidates will also be required to use a separate examination room.
Fees
All qualification fees can be found on our website at apm.org.uk/OpenExams.

The invigilator fee is still applicable if an examination is cancelled within five working days of the exam
date for UK exams and 10 working days for international exams. Cancellation fees applicable for each
exam can be found at apm.org.uk/OpenExams.

All qualification fees are subject to VAT.

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Candidate resources
Copies of all candidate resources can be found at apm.org.uk/APMQualifications

Syllabuses: Hard copies of the syllabus for each examination can be requested from the qualifications
department on 01844 271680.

 Introductory Certificate
 APMP
 Risk Levels 1 & 2

Sample questions: There are sample questions available for some of our examinations on our website.

 Introductory Certificate
 APMP
 Risk Level 1

Candidate guidance notes: You will find candidate guidance notes for all of our examinations on our
website.

 Introductory Certificate
 APMP
 Risk Level 1
 Risk Level 2

Hard copies can be ordered free of charge from the Qualifications Department on 01844 271680

APM Body of Knowledge - Definitions booklet: Hard copies of the APM Body of Knowledge
Definitions booklet are available free of charge through the qualifications department on the
following number; 01844 271680. This can also be downloaded for at apm.org.uk/knowledge
Publications
APM produces a range of publications, aimed at supporting project management students and
professionals throughout their careers:

APM Body of Knowledge, 5th edition
The starting point for any project management enquiry. Over seven sections, it defines 52
areas of knowledge required to manage any project in any environment. The book forms the
basis of the syllabuses for all APM qualifications, and is an essential study aid to any APM
qualification taker.

Starting Out In Project Management
A very detailed and meticulously crafted study guide that will support readers wishing to take
APM’s Introductory Certificate examination, directly supporting the syllabus.

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Project Risk Analysis and Management Guide
A definitive guide to project risk. The book focuses on project specific issues, but also
addresses how the risk management process at project level connects to corporate or
programme level risk management - recommended for those studying APM’s Risk
qualifications.

A full list of APM publications can be found via the APM website, at apm.org.uk/publications. Members
of APM benefit from a 10% discount on all books.

APM also prints a range of materials containing useful information for people interested in the
association, including:

APM membership brochure
Useful information about becoming a member of APM

APM qualifications brochure
Details the range of qualifications offered by APM

Copies are available free of charge in printed or electronic formats. To request copies, contact the
qualifications department.
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After the exam
Results
Introductory Certificate: Candidates need to achieve 60% to pass the examination. Examination papers
are automatically marked using OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) software, one mark is allocated for
each question answered correctly.

Candidates will be advised of their results within six weeks of completing the examination. Results will
be sent by post to the address indicated on the qualifications application form. Candidates will be
graded on a pass / fail basis only.

APMP: Candidates need to achieve 55% to pass the examination. Examiners will allocate marks for each
question that is answered and candidates should work to pass each individual question.

Candidates will be notified of their results by post within 10 weeks of completing the exam. Candidates
will receive notification of their total mark and the score achieved for each question. Feedback will only
be given for the questions candidates have failed.

APMP borderline results
If a candidate’s paper scores a borderline fail, it will automatically be re-marked by another marker. Both
of the markers’ scores will then be sent to the chief moderator for a final judgement.

Risk Level 1: Candidates need to achieve 60% to pass the examination. Examination papers are
automatically marked using OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) software, one mark is allocated for each
question answered correctly.

Candidates will be advised of their results within six weeks of completing the examination. Results will
be sent by post to the address indicated on the qualifications application form. Candidates will be
graded on a pass/fail basis only.

Risk Level 2: Candidates need to achieve 60% of the total marks available to pass. Examiners will allocate
marks for each question that is answered and candidates should work to pass each individual question.

Candidates will be notified of their results by post within 10 weeks of completing the exam. Candidates
will receive notification of their total mark and the score achieved for each question. Feedback will only
be given for failed questions.

Risk Level 2 borderline results
If a candidate’s paper is a borderline fail it will automatically be re-marked by another marker. Both of the
markers’ scores will then be sent to the chief moderator for a final judgement.

Further details of marking and results can be found in the candidate guidance notes available via the link
at the top of page 7 of this document.

Please note APM cannot give results over the telephone or via email.

Third party data: Submission of candidate application forms expressly provides permission for APM to
supply relevant details about candidates’ examinations, including results, to training providers and
employers where applicable.
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Appeals
Candidates may appeal against the decision of the examining body on the grounds of bias, disregard of
APM regulations, failure to consider relevant additional information provided or an administrative
irregularity.

No appeal can be heard relating to the technical judgement of the examiners or a subjective feeling on
the part of the candidate that they should have done better.

Candidates should consider their personal circumstances prior to the examination date. If there are
issues that candidates feel could affect their performance they should be aware this is not grounds for
appeal.

An appeal must be made in writing to the qualifications department. To help candidates provide the
necessary information concerning an appeal, the appropriate form may be obtained from the APM
qualifications department.

Candidate’s appeals must be received by the qualifications department no later than 30 working days
after your examination date.

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