Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT AUTODESK CERTIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE? These are the Autodesk certifications currently available: Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certification asks for about 150 hours of real-world Autodesk software experience to validate their software skills.

Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP)certification is for advanced and professional Autodesk software users who possess at least 400 hours of real-world Autodesk software experience.

Learn more about the Autodesk certifications at www.certiport.com/autodesk.

DOES AUTODESK OFFER CERTIFICATION? Yes, Autodesk offers two levels of certification, the Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certification for validating entry-level skills and the Autodesk Certified Professional certification (ACP) for advance users.

WHY WERE THE AUTODESK CERTIFICATIONS CREATED? The workplace demand for design skills in the following industries: Animation, Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Drafting, Engineering, Entertainment & Media, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Makers, Manufacturing, and Sustainability. The Autodesk Certified User certification helps educators effectively teach and validate digital communication skills, while providing students with credentials that demonstrate real-world competence to prospective employers and academic institutions. The Autodesk Certified Professional certification helps professionals continue to stay current with Autodesk software skills and advance their knowledge.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF EARNING AN AUTODESK CERTIFICATION? When someone becomes Autodesk certified, it validates their technical abilities and demonstrates proficiency. The Autodesk certifications are based on research about design and engineering skills required by industry, government, and education. The performance-based exams validate the expertise required for success in today’s job market. Industry recognized certification programs ensure students and teachers are acquiring the knowledge and abilities valued in today’s workplace. For institutions seeking to keep curriculum vitalized and relevant, certification plays a critical role in bridging classroom learning to real world application.

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WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR A SCHOOL OR INSTITUTION TO BECOME A CATC? Schools or institutions can easily become a Certiport Authorized Testing Center (CATC) and administer Autodesk exams onsite. To learn more, contact Certiport at www.certiport.com/go.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I PASS AN AUTODESK CERTIFICATION EXAM? As soon as you pass an Autodesk exam, the certification will be viewable online using your Certiport test candidate ID. You have access to view, print, and share your official certificate or to download the certification logo highlighting your accomplishment by logging onto www.certiport.com. You can also claim your digital certification badge at www.youracclaim.com.

HOW DO I CLAIM MY DIGITAL AUTODESK CERTIFICATION BADGE AND USE IT?Once you have been issued an Autodesk certification badge from Certiport, you will receive an email notification from Acclaim (admin@youracclaim). That email will include instructions for claiming your badge. Your badge will be tied to the same email address used for your Certiport portal account. To learn more visit support.youracclaim.com.

You can announce and promote your Autodesk certification to your network and potential employers by displaying your badge on social media and other online destinations.

DO THE AUTODESK CERTIFICATIONS EXPIRE? The Autodesk certifications become non-current three years after date of issue.

WHAT IS AN ACU CLASSROOM AND ACU CAMPUS SITE LICENSE? Institutions can purchase an ACU Classroom or Campus Site License that includes unlimited use of the ACU certification exams with an upfront, one-time annual cost. The ACU Site License includes unlimited use of the Autodesk certifications.

ARE THE CERTIFICATION EXAMS BASED ON A SPECIFIC SOFTWARE RELEASE?The Autodesk certification exams are not based on a specific yearly release, but instead are based on a series of fundamental tasks that are not release specific. You will not need to order exams of a specific release to match the software release in your lab. The exams will work with the three latest software releases of the Autodesk software.

HOW IS AN AUTODESK CERTIFICATION EARNED?To earn an Autodesk certification, an individual must pass an examination administered through a Certified Authorized Testing Center (CATC). All Autodesk exams are created with input from Autodesk subject-matter exerts and are psychometrically validated. The scenario-based questions provide real-world context for individuals. Each Autodesk certification exam corresponds to a particular Autodesk software application used for design and represents a single certification.

WHAT QUESTION FORMATS ARE USED? Autodesk certification exams validate a test candidate’s knowledge and skill within scenario-based contexts via two question types:

Live in Application questions require the candidate to complete a task or perform a function within the Autodesk application.

Linear-based questions use traditional true/false, multiple choice or matching formats.

HOW CAN I FIND OUT WHAT IS ON THE AUTODESK CERTIFICATION EXAMS? The learning objectives for the current Autodesk certification exams are listed on Certiport’s website at www.certiport.com/autodesk.

HOW DO I REGISTER TO TAKE AN AUTODESK CERTIFICATION EXAM? Contact a Certiport Authorized Testing Center (CATC) and register to take your exam. To locate a CATC, contact Certiport at www.certiport.com/catc.

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