10 Ways to Earn 60 PDUs – 9 Free

PMI divides the PDUs under two broad categories and they are
1. Giving bank to profession
2. Education.
Lets explore the first category to earn FREE PDUs

Giving Back to Profession

1. Work as a Practitioner (Get FREE PDUs)

Details

Each day, your work in a domain area related to your certification(s) allows you to apply your knowledge and skills in a practical setting. Using these competencies actively contributes to sustaining and growing the profession.

PDU Rule

PMP, PgMP, PfMP, PMI-PBA – no more than 8 PDUs claimed per cycle

The PDUs claimed in this category count against the maximum PDUs allowed in the “Giving Back to the Profession” category

Audit documents:

Proof of employment ( Job Description)

2. Create Content (Get FREE PDUs)

Details

By developing knowledge resources, you can share your knowledge and insight with others and contribute to their ongoing learning. There are many ways to create new content, such as authoring books, blogs or articles, or creating webinars or presentations.

PDU Rule

1 hour spent creating content equals 1 PDU

Audit documents:

Copies of publications, sample educational materials or course agendas

3. Give a Presentation (Get FREE PDUs)

Details

There are many occasions when you could give a formal presentation to others and share knowledge that relates to your certification. For example, you could speak at a PMI chapter event, professional conference, or within your organization. These are just a few examples. Consider the opportunities available to you.

PDU Rule

1 hour spent presenting equals 1 PDU

Audit documents:

Copies of presentation.

4. Share Knowledge (Get FREE PDUs)

Details

By sharing your skills with others, you grow the profession and enhance the practices that are essential to your certified role. Whether you’re mentoring, teaching or applying your subject matter knowledge toward an activity, others will benefit from your experience and perspective.

PDU Rule

1 hour spent sharing knowledge equals 1 PDU

Audit documents:

Evidence supporting your coaching or mentoring arrangement, including activities from and dates of discussions and activities.

5. Volunteer (Get FREE PDUs)

Details

Providing volunteer services to non-employer or non-client organizations

PDU Rule

1 hour spent equals 1 PDU

Audit documents:

Evidence supporting your coaching or mentoring arrangement, including notes from and dates of discussions and activities.

Education

6. Organization Meetings (Get FREE PDUs)

Details:

Professional meetings that include an educational component provide an opportunity to learn and also to network. PMI chapters and third parties host these activities throughout the year on a local basis. Your organization may conduct professional events as well.

PDU Rule

Typically limited to 1–2 PDUs

Audit documents:

Registration form, letter of attendance of other form of documentation confirming participation in event

7. Online or Digital Media (Get FREE PDUs)

Details:

Self-paced learning conducted online or through varied forms of digital media

PDU Rule

1 hour of learning equals 1 PDU

Qualifying activities must be relevant to PMI Talent Triangle skill area topics, meet a specified purpose, and use knowledgeable resources

Audit documents:

Evidence supporting your reported learning, including notes from and dates of activities conducted.

8. Read (Get FREE PDUs)

Details:

Reading is a valuable component of learning, and there are countless reading materials pertinent to the profession. You can read books, articles, whitepapers, or blogs to stay informed and support your ongoing professional development.

PDU Rule

1 hour of learning equals 1 PDU

Qualifying activities must be relevant to PMI Talent Triangle skill area topics, meet a specified purpose, and use knowledgeable resources

Audit documents:

Evidence supporting your reported learning, including notes from and dates of reading.

9. Informal Learning (Get FREE PDUs)

Details

Sometimes learning comes through interaction with others. You can earn PDUs by engaging in structured professional discussions with others, for example while you’re being mentored or participating in a “lunch and learn” session with your organization.

PDU Rule

1 hour of learning equals 1 PDU

Qualifying activities must be relevant to PMI Talent Triangle skill area topics, meet a specified purpose, and use knowledgeable resources

Audit documents:

Evidence supporting your reported learning, including notes from and dates of activities conducted.

10 Training ($$)

Get trained and earn PDUs

Cost  Yes

Typical Cost – 100 – 300 USD

Audit documents:

Certificate by the provider OR

Admission Form and attendance register