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RMC Training Partner Program

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RMC’s Training Partner Program is designed for those who want to teach an exam preparation course using our trusted, proven materials. Rita “wrote the book” on PMP® exam preparation and her approach and philosophy are the foundation for our effective, up to date study materials!  Our best-selling products have been used by over 750,000 students since 1991!

Affordable Pricing for RMC’s Training Partners

As an RMC Authorized Training Partner, you’ll receive substantial discounts on our proven products for your students.  Plus, you’ll use our materials as the basis for a course you design including our comprehensive slide deck, effective exercises, and our FASTrack® online exam simulator.

Whether you’re teaching online in a live virtual format or in-person, and offering a once-a-week course, boot camp, or anything in between, our Training Partner Program can work for you. And you can be assured of accurate, up-to-date materials despite exam content changes.

Enjoy Discounts When You Select Multiple Programs

You’ll enjoy special discounts when you select more than one of our Training Partner Programs, which gives you a very affordable way to expand your Certification offerings.

PMP® Exam Prep
PMI-ACP® Exam Prep
PMI-PBA® Exam Prep
CAPM® Exam Prep

Available for training companies, universities and colleges, corporate internal training departments, PMI Chapters and those hosting study groups, RMC’s Training Partner Program is the #1 choice for those who want the most effective training program.

Plus, as a Training Partner you have the freedom to share your knowledge and expertise with your students. We’ve created our Program so you can customize your course to fit the needs and nuances of your customer, while ensuring the students are prepared for their exam. It’s the best of all worlds!

Training Partner Program Features

PowerPoint slide deck based on our best-selling Exam Prep Books. Each slide deck is a good foundation upon which Training Partners develop their own course.

  • Substantial discounts on our best-selling books, exam simulators, specialized flashcards and additional products for your students and you’re free to decide which to include in your course.
  • Instructor License for our best-selling FASTrack® Online Exam Simulators
  • Exam Prep Book – both the printed and cloud versions for you to use
  • Hot Topics Flashcards – cloud version for you to use
  • Instructor Notes*
  • “Authorized Training Partner—RMC Learning Solutions” graphic to use on your website and in your promotional materials to identify you’re using our world-class products and materials.
  • Supplemental online tools and information*
  • Ongoing support from RMC staff

* For PMP Exam Prep Program only

RMC is a Training Partner Leader

As the leader in training and professional development since 1991, we believe students learn and retain more through real-world application and we ensure our partners have the tools they need to apply this concept in their classes. We carefully designed our Training Partner Program to bring out the best in both instructor and student.

For more information about our Training Partner Program, please contact Marcie McCarthy at mmccarthy@rmcls.com, 952-641-6413 or 952-846-4484.

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What Good Are Certifications, Anyway?

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Let’s face it: project management certifications can be time-consuming, mentally taxing, and sometimes expensive. So it’s fair to ask, are they really worth it? At RMC Learning Solutions, we hear this question all the time—from newcomers just starting out to experienced professionals eyeing their next big career move.

Here’s the truth: certifications aren’t just about passing an exam. They’re about signaling credibility, sharpening your skills, and unlocking new doors—both professionally and financially.

Employers Notice the Letters After Your Name

Whether it’s a CAPM®, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, or PMI-PBA®, certifications are a quick way for hiring managers and executives to understand your commitment to the profession. In a competitive job market, having a certification:

  • Moves your resume to the top of the stack
  • Demonstrates current, standardized knowledge
  • Builds trust before you even walk into the interview

Employers want to reduce risk when hiring. Certifications reduce that risk. They show you’ve met a global benchmark and can speak the same language as the teams you’ll lead.

It’s Not Just the Paper—It’s the Process

Getting certified isn’t just about the end result. The preparation itself is a growth experience.

  • You learn frameworks and practices that improve your work immediately
  • You gain confidence in terminology, stakeholder management, and planning
  • You often discover new methodologies or tools that weren’t part of your daily work

In other words, certification study doesn’t pull you away from your role—it levels you up inside of it.

Your Career Deserves Momentum

Many professionals reach a plateau and wonder how to take the next step. Certifications are one of the clearest ways to signal you’re ready for more:

  • Looking for a promotion? Certifications back your ask with evidence.
  • Changing industries? They validate transferable skills.
  • Going independent? They boost client confidence.

For some, certification leads to a title change. For others, it brings salary increases, expanded scope, or relocation opportunities. One thing is constant: it opens doors.

RMC’s Learning Plans: A Smarter Way to Certify (and Keep Growing)

At RMC, we don’t just want you to pass an exam. We want to see your whole career accelerate.

That’s why we launched our new subscription-based learning plans—to give learners at every level a structured, supported, and affordable path to certification and beyond. Whether you’re working toward your CAPM or building leadership confidence after earning your PMP, our plans:

  • Include coaching, practice exams, and tailored study paths
  • Are built to fit around busy schedules
  • Provide access to ongoing professional development

Because once you earn your credential, the journey doesn’t end. Your learning shouldn’t either.

So, What Good Are Certifications?

They set you apart. They sharpen your thinking. They move your career forward.

Certifications aren’t a shortcut. They’re a commitment. And they’re one of the most proven ways to turn experience into opportunity.

If you’re ready to make your next move, or simply want to validate the skills you already bring to the table, RMC is here to help you do it with confidence.