Get certified
in 4 simple steps.

Step 1: Find the certification that’s right for you.

Find the certification that’s right for you.

Step 2: Prepare with learning resources designed to help you succeed.

Prepare with learning resources designed to help you succeed.

STep 3: Take a CertPREP practice test.

Take a CertPREP practice test.

Step 4: Take and pass an exam through our partners at Certiport.

Take and pass an exam through our partners at Certiport.

Key things to know about certification exams.

Preparing for your exam.

We recommend that you have 150 hours of experience with a Creative Cloud application before taking the certification exam. Hours can come from hands-on experience, courses, and other tutorials.
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Paying for your exam.

Certification exams typically cost US$150. Check the Certiport store for specific pricing in your region.
If you’re a college student, check with your school to find out if it offers discounts or free exams.

What to expect on your exam.

Each exam includes 30-45 questions that must be completed in 50 minutes. Questions include selected-response items and activities that challenge you to solve problems using the Creative Cloud application.
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Learn more on our cedential system.

Specialty Credentials

Credentials awarded when two related Professional Certifications are completed.

300h of training recommended

Complementary to Professional Certification

Learn more

Professional Certification

Industry-recognized certifications demonstrating mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud software.

150h of training recommended

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Available for 9 Adobe Apps

Icon for Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop credentialIcon for Content Creation & Marketing Using Adobe Express CredentialIcon for Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator CredentialIcon for Document Creation & Management using Adobe Acrobat Pro CredentialIcon for Print & Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign CredentialIcon for Web Authoring Using Adobe Dreamweaver CredentialIcon for Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere ProIcon for Multi Platform Animation Using Adobe AnimateIcon for Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Using Adobe After Effects

Career Certificates

Adobe + Coursera programs teaching design fundamentals and technical skills for creative careers.

40h of training recommended

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Available for 3 Creative Fields

● Marketing Specialist
● Content Creator
● Graphic Designer

Creative Skills Series 



Short, self-paced courses on how to make the most of Adobe Express and Creative Cloud for career success.

3h of training recommended

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AWARDED BY

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30 hands on Courses Available

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Adobe Credentials

Authority

Partner

Cost

Online or Offline

For Who?

Experience

Credential Type

Badge Provider

Available Certifications

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Specialty Credentials

Credentials awarded when two related Adobe certifications are completed.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

40h of training recommended

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Adobe Certified Professional

Industry-recognized certifications demonstrating mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud software.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

40h of training recommended

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Career Certificates

Credentials awarded when two related Adobe Adobe + Coursera programs teaching design fundamentals and technical skills for creative careers.are completed.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

40h of training recommended

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Creative Skills Series 



Short, self-paced courses on how to make the most of Adobe Express and Creative Cloud for career success.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

40h of training recommended

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Adobe Credentials

Authority

Partner

Cost

Online or Offline

For Who?

Experience

Credential Type

Badge Provider

Available Certifications

Adobe Certified Professional Video Design specialty badge

Specialty Credentials

Credentials awarded when two related Adobe certifications are completed.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Adobe Certified Professional

Industry-recognized certifications demonstrating mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud software.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Career Certificates

Credentials awarded when two related Adobe Adobe + Coursera programs teaching design fundamentals and technical skills for creative careers.are completed.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Creative Skills Series 



Short, self-paced courses on how to make the most of Adobe Express and Creative Cloud for career success.

Adobe + Certiport

Certiport

Paid
+  campus options

For Professionals,  Job seekers, Students

300h of training recommended

Professional Certification
+ Digital Badge

Credly

Credly

Meet Adobe’s exam partner.

To offer the highest quality exams, we partner with Certiport, a Pearson VUE business established in 1997. Certiport is a skilling company that helps learners gain knowledge and develop skills to achieve success in their academic and professional pursuits.

Certiport develops all Adobe Certified Professional exams, ensuring that they meet rigorous testing standards and address current workplace demands.
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Adobe specialty credentials for advanced certification

Earn specialty credentials.

Creative Cloud apps are even better together. Combine two qualifying certifications to earn a Specialty Credential and call attention to your cross-product expertise
Learn more

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