PRINCE2® 6th Edition Practitioner Virtual

By the end of the PRINCE2 Practitioner virtual course you should be able to:

• Apply the PRINCE2 principles in context
• Apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2 themes in context
• Apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2 processes in context

This course follows the 6th Edition syllabus and provides delegates with the following:

• ILX Group’s unique ‘Preparing for the PRINCE2 Practitioner examination’ workbook, providing sample practitioner examination papers and marking guidelines
• A review of the entire method, consolidating understanding and addressing any areas of concern
• Individual scenario based exercises, designed to focus candidates on the application of the PRINCE2 method

This is an intensive two-day course that includes the following:

• All accompanying ILX course material (digital)
• Online pre-course
• The cost of the PRINCE2 Practitioner examination (Exam must be taken online via remote proctor)   

Optional extras:

• PRINCE2 process map (hardcopy)
• Take2 exam insurance – A cost effective solution, providing insurance and peace of mind if things don’t go to plan with your first exam attempt. For more information and terms and conditions click here
• The official PRINCE2 manual (hardcopy)

Important : Please note you will require a copy of the official PRINCE2 6th Edition manual for the PRINCE2 Practitioner course and exam. This is not included in the cost of the course. Should you wish to purchase the manual you can add it to your shopping cart once you have selected your chosen date.  

Please note: We have been notified by Peoplecert that PRINCE2 6th Edition Foundation and Practitioner examinations will no longer be available for purchase from the 30th June 2024 this includes any requests for extensions to an exam voucher, Take2 and resits. Resits are classified as a new exam purchase therefore if you fail your exam after the 30th June 2024 you will be unable to purchase another 6th Edition exam voucher. All exam vouchers (including Take2) acquired before the 30th June 2024 must be consumed by the designated expiration date or by 30th December 2024, whichever comes first.

Materials

Digital ILX course materials: These will be accessible via the ILX portal. Full instructions with a link to the portal will be issued within 48 hours of your confirmed booking.The course materials will be provided in a PDF format and available for download. You will need to download and save the materials to your device, so that you can annotate them during the training course.

Hardcopy official manual: If you decide to purchase the official manual as an optional extra your manual will be shipped to your chosen address within 48 hours of purchase.

Hardcopy PRINCE2 process map: If you decide to purchase the hardcopy PRINCE2 process map as an optional extra it will be shipped to your chosen address within 48 hours of purchase.

Exams are taken online via remote proctor. You will be sent an email invitation approximately two working days prior to course commencement to register on the Peoplecert portal. Once registered you will be able to book your online exam at a date and time of your choice. You are responsible for booking your own exam. For more information about how to take your exam and the technical requirements, please click here. 

Please note: We would like to inform you that during open book exams candidates can use only official hard copy books or softcopy e-books available only through VitalSource on a secondary device. 

Recertification: This certification has a renew within three years of the award date to remain current. There are multiple ways to recertify, more information regarding the options can be found here.

Exam format

The format of the Practitioner exam is as follows:

• 150 minute exam duration
• 68 questions
• Open book (official PRINCE2 manual only)
• 38/68 required to pass = 55% pass mark

This course would benefit:

• Project managers and aspiring project managers
• It is also relevant to other key staff involved in the design, development and delivery of projects, including:
  • Project board members (e.g. senior responsible owners)
  • Team managers (e.g. product delivery managers)
  • Project assurance (e.g. business change analysts)
  • Project support (e.g. project and programme office personnel)
  • Operational line managers/staff

In order to sit the PRINCE2 Practitioner examination you must provide proof of having passed one of the following:

• PRINCE2 Foundation (or higher) - this only applies to certificates obtained after 1 January 2009
• Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
• Project Management Professional (PMP)®
• 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)

Only current certifications will qualify as a pre-requisite

To read the full AXELOS pre-requisite terms and conditions click here.

Pre-course

Important note regarding pre-course

There is mandatory online pre-course work that must be undertaken prior to attending this course. It is expected that it will take approximately six to eight hours to complete. You will be sent full instructions with a link to the online pre-course within 48 hours of your confirmed booking. In addition, whilst attending your course there will also be some examination preparation evening work.

Review the technical requirements for the online learning here.