BCMP BCMP Credential

Basic Construction Management Professional (BCMP)

Construction professionals starting on a formal credentialing path, including new construction managers and seasoned veterans alike who want to differentiate themselves.

Duration: Self-paced online + 4-hour, 200-question exam
Format: Self-paced online
Issuer: National Association of Construction Professionals (NACP)

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The Basic Construction Management Professional (BCMP) is the entry-level NACP construction management credential and the foundation for the advanced ACMP credential. It is designed for construction professionals starting on a formal credentialing path, including new construction managers and seasoned veterans alike who want to differentiate themselves in a competitive industry.

The format is self-paced online: six months of access to training materials covering the full NACP Construction Management Professional standard, then a 4-hour, 200-question proctored exam with a 70% passing threshold. Petersen Training provides personalized support across the entire credentialing process, from registration through exam scheduling to credentialing. Successful candidates receive the NACP BCMP credential plus a Petersen Training or university partner certificate of completion.

What you'll learn

Earn the NACP Basic Construction Management Professional (BCMP) credential
Master NACP construction management standards and terminology
Learn the fundamentals of construction PM, scheduling, and resource management
Understand construction delivery models and contracting processes
Practice creating plans, schedules, estimates, and budgets
Develop foundation for the advanced ACMP credential
Position yourself for construction roles with increasing responsibility

What's included

Six months of access to online training materials
Electronic texts and reference materials
Online practice for the BCMP exam
BCMP exam registration through Petersen Training
NACP BCMP credential upon successful completion
Certificate of completion from Petersen Training or one of our university partners
Personalized support throughout the credentialing process

Who should attend

Construction professionals starting on a formal credentialing path, including new construction managers and seasoned veterans alike who want to differentiate themselves.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites. Open to all experience levels.

Agenda

A typical delivery. Custom on-site engagements are adapted to your team and industry.

Phase 1
Registration and onboarding
- Contact Petersen Training for personalized credentialing support
- NACP reviews and approves registration
- Petersen Training or a university partner processes the credentialing fees
- Receive access to online training materials
Phase 2
Self-paced online training
- Construction standards and terminology
- Construction project management and leadership
- Construction delivery models
- Contracting, bid, and proposal processes
- Plans, schedules, estimates, and budgets
- Project communication and customer relations
- Construction administration and resource management
- Controlling quality, safety, and documentation
Phase 3
BCMP examination
- Petersen Training registers you for the BCMP exam
- 4-hour, 200-question online exam
- 70% passing score required
- Up to two retakes within 6 months at $200 per retest if needed
Phase 4
Credential and next steps
- NACP awards the BCMP credential
- Receive certificate of completion from Petersen Training or one of our university partners
- Option to pursue the advanced ACMP credential

Self-paced online option

Prefer to learn on your own schedule?

The same core content is available as a self-paced online certificate. Enroll any time, finish at your own pace.

BCMP

Foundational construction-management credentialing. Requires completion of online training plus passing the NACP BCMP examination.

Recognized NACP BCMP credential
Self-paced online training modules
Exam registration support

$1,050

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Upcoming sessions

Public dates listed below. Custom on-site delivery is available year-round. Contact us for a quote.

No public sessions currently scheduled. This workshop runs on demand for company cohorts. Contact us for a custom on-site or live online delivery.

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Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to complete the training?

You have six months of access to the online training materials starting from enrollment. Most candidates complete the materials in 1–3 months.

What is the BCMP exam like?

200 questions, 4 hours, online, proctored. You need a 70% passing score. The exam covers the same NACP Construction Management Professional standard the training is built around.

What if I do not pass the first time?

You can retake the exam up to two more times within the 6-month period that follows your first attempt. The retest fee is $200 per attempt. If you do not pass any of those attempts, there is a 6-month waiting period before you can sit for the exam again.

Is BCMP required before ACMP?

Yes. ACMP is the advanced NACP credential and requires an active BCMP plus two years of construction PM experience. BCMP is where most candidates start their NACP track.

Are group discounts available?

Credentialing programs come with per-person pricing, and group discounts are not offered. For a team enrolling together, we can streamline registration and onboarding. Contact us to discuss.

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Talk to us about delivering this to your team.

Custom on-site, live online, or a seat in an upcoming public cohort. Tell us a little about your team and we'll come back with a quote and timing.

Within one business day: we respond with availability and a draft scope.
Within one week: we send a written quote with options.
Or call us directly: 801-589-4179, ask for Bill Bialcak.

Basic Construction Management Professional (BCMP)

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