About CP3P Certification
Overview
CP3P Training and Certifications
Benefits of CP3P Certification
For Individuals
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of PPP principles, processes and best practises.
- Leverage a shared lexicon (PPP terminology) used worldwide and enhance cross-team collaboration.
- Follow a structured learning path that guides professionals through the design of a PPP project, its implementation and the management of associated contracts.
- Increase the likelihood of developing and implementing a successful PPP program that delivers the right projects effectively and efficiently.
- Pass all three examinations and demonstrate the necessary skills to achieve successful PPP project outcomes with the CP3P credential.
For Organizations
- Guides organizations on how to access and attract more international investors.
- Improves understanding of internationally recognized good practices which helps businesses access new markets more successfully.
- Provides private sector employees of PPPs with an appropriate understanding of the motivations, objectives, and concerns of future public partners, i.e. governments.
- Gives a standardized framework for the delivery of PPP projects worldwide which provides clarity and consistency.
- Increases capacity to deliver successful PPP infrastructure projects, ensuring fewer projects fail to meet requirements or expectations.
Useful links
Useful links
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The APMG PPP Certification Program Official Website
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The PPP Certification Guide
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Free Online Training Course for the APMG PPP Certification Program
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Become an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) for the APMG PPP Certification…
Documentation
Documentation
Study materials
Study materials
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CP3P Certification levels
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Testimonials
SFIA

This APMG certification has been informally mapped against the SFIA Framework to indicate the skills that are addressed and referenced by the certification. Although it is not yet possible to claim this digital badge, the indicative skills can be used to plan your professional development through assessing the skills you have and the skills you need for the role you want.
knowledge
CP3P Foundation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 2
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Preparation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Execution
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
FAQs
If you previously sat an exam with us and were issued a paper certificate but would like to upgrade to a digital badge and e-certificate, please contact us. There is a £25 administration fee for providing a digital badge and a form for which you will need to complete to consent to your personal information being used in order to manually create the badge in Credly.com.
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If your exam is with ProctorU, you can reschedule without additional charges as many times as you wish up to 24 hours prior to your booked slot. If you reschedule within this 24-hour period, you will need to pay the £38 reschedule fee, as we will still be charged by ProctorU for your slot.
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You may contact our Accreditation Team directly, and they will be happy to answer your questions regarding the Accreditation process.
To become an Accredited Training Organization (ATO), apply for accreditation or contact your local APMG office. If suitable, you'll receive an invoice and undergo APMG International's ATO assessment.
Trainers must be sponsored by an Accredited Training Organization (ATO), which can be found using the APMG International search tool. The sponsoring ATO must submit a trainer application to APMG.
The requirements, including pass marks of the exams, will vary depending on the certification, please get in touch for more information.
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