Career Details

HDI Problem Management Professional

Description

The HDI Problem Management Professional certification is intended for those who wish to gain a working knowledge of industry best practices related to problem management. It is ideal for IT professionals who are working or are planning to work within problem management, whether in a technical, managerial, or operational role.

Certifying Organization

HDI

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? No

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

HDI Certified Support Center Team Lead

Certifying Organization

HDI

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

HDI Certified Instructor

Certifying Organization

HDI

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

ITIL 4 Foundation

Certifying Organization

PeopleCert

Type

A - Core

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