Agile certification cost

Question

How much does an Agile certification cost? Is it similar to the PMP's cost (only a few hundred dollars) or is it more? Now for whoever is going to answer my question, do you think an Agile certification is worth it (will it increase my job prospects or will it enhance my knowledge as an Agile practitioner)?

Answer 1

I think you're talking about the ACP (Agile Certified Practioner) certification offered by the PMI. The cost of this certification is as follows:

For non PMI members:

- If you opt for a computer based test (CBT), then the fees are: $495
- If you opt for a paper based test (PBT), then the fees are: $445

For PMI members:

- If you opt for a computer based test, then the fees are: $435
- If you opt for a paper based test, then the fees are: $385

The fees above are current as of October 7, 2011 and you can find them in the ACP handbook.

As for your question on whether the Agile certification is worth it or not, then I think it's too early to tell as this certification is still a pilot...