In an era where industry and innovation are constantly pushing boundaries, Autodesk’s Certification programs equip both new and existing customers with the tools, mindset, and skills to construct a new realm of possibilities.
The value of certification
Autodesk’s goal is to tackle the skills gap in our industries head-on. We’re offering access to a comprehensive certification program designed to help more people cultivate advanced, transformative skills.
Certifications serve as a credible, third-party validation of skills and knowledge, offering tangible proof of expertise and professionalism. Integrating professional certifications with training programs can yield significant benefits for businesses as reported in multiple surveys and studies such as PearsonVUE’s report the Value of IT Certification.
94% of decision makers worldwide say that certified team members provide added value above and beyond the cost of certification.
92% of employees feel more confident in their abilities after earning certifications.
91% of employers report that certification is used as a hiring criteria.
The role of Autodesk Learning Partners
As an ATC®, AAP, or MTP, you have the opportunity to participate in a pilot program for Autodesk Certification. The pilot program allows regional distributors in select territories to sell Autodesk Certification exam vouchers in bulk to eligible partners. Connect with our team at your distributor to confirm if the pilot program is available in your market.
Distinguish yourself in the learning community by being the only training organization in the market that can offer Autodesk Certification as part of your courses and give your learners reassurance that they are acquiring the skills industry is looking for.
By passing an Autodesk Certification exam your learners can earn a digital badge that is authenticated and verified through Credly, which gives them a competitive edge compared to peers.
Autodesk provides a library of curated, research-backed learning content for certification preparation. You can use these free resources to ensure that your courses cover the certification exam learning objectives and help users with their preparation to pass the exams.
Autodesk Certification options
ATCs, AAPs and MTPs can use their Autodesk product subscription to prepare customers for Autodesk certification. Autodesk currently collaborates with two certification delivery providers to offer a variety of exams.
Autodesk Certified User (ACU) exams are offered through Certiport. Learning Partners can contact Certiport directly to find out more about available delivery and sales options in your market.
Autodesk Certified Associate (ACA), Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP), Autodesk Certified Expert (ACE) exams are delivered through PearsonVUE. Exam vouchers are sold in bulk through your Learning Partner distributor in eligible markets.
Designed for: Students early in their careers, and non English speakers looking to show evidence of competency and proficiency.
Designed for: Students and emerging professionals with Autodesk software knowledge and skills who are ready to enter the job market.
Designed for: Advanced students and professionals solving workflow and design challenges who want to move their skills and career forward.
Designed for: Graduate students and professionals who want to develop significant depth in their expertise.
Autodesk Certification links and resources
Learn more about the Autodesk Certification pilot by reviewing the Program Guide below. We also recommend visiting the marketing section here at Partner Portal and downloading the dedicated Autodesk Certification toolkit that can be leveraged by Learning Partners to promote the value of certification to your customers.
Useful resources
FAQ: Plan and prepare for certification
FAQ: Scheduling an exam appointment
Access the certification marketing toolkit
Bookmark these links
- Autodesk Certification website with exam information and links to learning resources.
- Credly where users access and showcase their Autodesk Certification digital badge.