What and Why of the Autodesk Certifications

May 18th, 2020

What is an Autodesk Certification?

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 advanced users.

For more information on the Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certification, please visit http://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Autodesk.

For more information on the Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) certification, please visit http://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Autodesk or click on the individual exam buttons on the main page of this site.

Why were the Autodesk Certifications created?

The workplace requires design skills in the following industries: Animation, Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Drafting, Engineering, Entertainment & Media, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Makers, Manufacturing, and Sustainability. As such, demand for professionals with design skills is growing continuously.

The Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certification helps those who are entering the field to effectively validate their skills with credentials that demonstrate real-world competence to prospective employers and academic institutions. The Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) certification helps professionals to stay current with their Autodesk software skills and gain new knowledge. This allows them to expand their skillset continuously and become more valuable to their employers and clients.

What are the benefits of earning an Autodesk Certification?

The Autodesk certifications are based on performance-oriented exams that assess the expertise required for success in today’s job market. As such, these certifications validate candidates’ technical abilities and proficiency to candidates themselves and to potential employers.

Certification allows you to prove your ability. Some people see [having the certification] as an option, but for some companies, it’s a necessity. I see a big difference between employees/students who are certified and who are not. Those who are certified know how to get things done faster and better.
-Prasanna, Systems Design Manager/Engineer, AutoCAD Certified Professional

The CAD industry is getting more and more competitive, being certified makes you stand out from your competition. It also makes you more valuable to your company, therefore more secure with budget-driven changes. Aside from that, certification exams allow you to keep your skills current with the industry’s best practices. They are a great refresher.
-David, Structural CAD Technician, AutoCAD & Revit Structural Certified Professional

So, are you ready for an Autodesk Certification?

For more information on Autodesk Certified User (ACU), please visit http://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Autodesk.

For more information on Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP), please go back to the main page and read on or visit www.pearsonvue.com/autodesk.

Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) certification is available for:

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