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Join CERTIFIED Academy: Design- Hands-on learning in
the classroom
Research studies consistently demonstrate the power of active learning or
learning by doing. Helping students become more engaged in the learning
process means creating hands-on learning opportunities.
Join our next CERTIFIED Academy: Design webinar on April 17, 2024, at 1
PM EDT. We’ll learn from Autodesk educators about how they incorporate
hands-on projects and playful learning opportunities that keep students
engaged and excited about engineering and design.
Reserve my spot
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Don’t miss this chance to save $100 on your CERTIFIED
Educator Conference pass!
The early bird discount for the CERTIFIED Educator Conference in Orlando,
Florida, June 17 - 19, 2024, has been extended until April 15, 2024. This
means that if you register before this date, you will receive $100 off on your
registration fee for the premier educator conference of the summer. By
attending, you will:
• Learn from renowned keynote speakers, such as Ron Clark
and Melissa Stockwell
• Participate in breakout sessions and workshops presented by
fellow educators
• Enjoy a teacher lounge, casino night, and educator award night
• View the 2024 Adobe Certified Professional and Microsoft
Office Specialist U.S. National Championship Awards
Ceremonies
• Earn 18 professional development hours
Join your fellow educators at CERTIFIED 2024! Register now to save.
I'm ready to save
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Updates for Adobe educators
2024 Adobe Certified Professional certification
exams are officially here!
We are excited to share that the 2024 Adobe Certified Professional
certification exams are available. While there are no changes to the exam
objectives, candidates will now be able to test on the latest version of Adobe
Creative Cloud software.
As a reminder, on June 30, 2024, we will be retiring the 2021 versions of the
Adobe Certified Professional exams. The 2022 and 2023 exams will remain
available.
Any Certiport Authorized Testing Center that currently delivers 2021 exams
should prepare to deliver a more recent version of the exams instead.
Please review the Adobe Program support page to ensure all technical
requirements are met for Compass exam delivery.
For a complete list of all Adobe Certified Professional exam versions and
languages, check out our release schedule. Updated 2024 CertPREP
practice tests will soon be available and listed on our release schedule as
well.
I'm ready to stay up-to-date
Emma Bury: Field Marketing Manager
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Are your students ready to enter?
Certiport's 2024 Adobe Certified Professional U.S. National Championship
Spring Qualifier ends on May 3, 2024! Students named Spring Qualifier
Champions of their state will earn an invitation to the U.S. National
Championship where they can meet other students from around the U.S.
and compete to win scholarships, prizes, trophies, medals, the title of U.S.
National Champion, and an all-expenses-paid trip to the World
Championship.
If your students haven’t taken a certification exam and submitted a project,
there’s still time! Candidates should have a certification in Photoshop,
InDesign, or Illustrator and submit an original design project. Have they
already earned their certification exam? Submit a project today!
My students are ready to submit a project
Dominique Delbar: Corporate Events Manager
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Updates from our Technology team
Compass Cloud is officially here!
We are happy to announce the official release of Compass Cloud! Compass
Cloud is the newest mode of exam delivery featured on our Compass exam
deployment platform. It is a completely online, browser-based solution that
will streamline the test administration process and exam set-up for in-person
testing. Features include:
• Browser-based Solution: No need to set up and configure live-in-the-
application (LITA) software, including Microsoft, Adobe, and Autodesk.
• Platform Compatibility: It supports all major platforms, making it
accessible on Windows, Mac, and Chromebook.
• Localized Content: The system now supports multiple languages. Click
here for a full list.
• Enhanced Scheduling: Schedule exam sessions from a computer or
mobile device and administer different exam titles to test candidates
within a single scheduled session.
• Flexible Exam Administration: Manage group proctoring and unlock
exams from the Compass Cloud Administration Dashboard.
• Simplified Candidate Experience: The exam launch pathway has been
improved for a more user-friendly experience.
Tell me about Compass Cloud
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Exciting changes are coming to your Certiport
account!
Certiport is excited to announce that we have begun work modernizing our
Portal, the authenticated/logged in area of our website, to provide you with
an even better user experience. We're busy working behind the scenes to
help ensure a seamless transition as we develop an optimized and
responsive interface that makes managing your account easier than ever
before.
Here's what to expect:
• Optimized for any device: The new portal interface is being
designed with responsiveness in mind, ensuring seamless
functionality on any device. Whether you're accessing it from
your desktop, tablet, or smartphone you can expect the same
intuitive experience.
• Rolling updates: As soon as new features are ready, we'll be
rolling them out to you. You won't have to wait for major
releases to start enjoying the benefits of our upgraded portal.
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• Transition period: During the transition period, both the old
and new features will coexist, allowing you to gradually
acclimate to the updated portal at your own pace. We'll provide
guidance and support every step of the way to ensure a
seamless experience.
• Release notes: A week before each scheduled update, we will
release detailed notes outlining the new features and
improvements. This will give you time to familiarize yourself
with any changes and ask any questions you may have.
I want to stay up-to-date
Emma Bury: Field Marketing Manager
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Updates for Microsoft educators
Help your students earn an invitation to compete at the
Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship!
The 2024 Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship Spring
Qualifier ends on May 3, 2024! Students who are named the Spring
Qualifier Champions of their state will earn an invitation to the 2024
Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship where they can
meet other students from around the U.S. and compete to win scholarships,
prizes, trophies, medals, the title of U.S. National Champion, and an all-
expenses-paid trip to the World Championship. Check to see if your
students are ranked in the top three!
Show me the Spring Qualifier rankings
Dominique Delbar: Corporate Events Manager
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Non-profit launches IT careers with Microsoft
Certified Fundamentals
NPower, a U.S.-based non-profit organization, is committed to forging
pathways for military veterans and young adults from underserved
communities to pursue careers in technology. In line with this mission, they
have introduced the Microsoft Certified Fundamentals certification program,
empowering their trainees to acquire sought-after IT skills and fostering a
dedication to lifelong learning. Explore how these trainees have undergone
transformation through the certification process, nurturing a passion for
cloud computing and machine learning, and arming themselves for the
demands of today's job market.
Show me the success story
Caroline Campbell: Product Marketing Manager
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Unity Certified User: Programmer
certification UI update
The Unity Certified User Programmer exam has recently undergone an
update. This update includes enhancements to the user interface (UI),
aligning it with the latest Unity UI standards, as well as the incorporation of
refreshed questions to enrich the testing experience. It is important to note
that while these updates have been implemented, none of the objective
domains have been modified. To preview this updated exam, access the
Unity Certified User: Programmer Test Drive exam . For more
information on the certification exam, visit the Certiport website.
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Live Trainings
View the calendar for upcoming onboarding and support webinars.
System Maintenance
Mark your calendar! See what dates are scheduled for periodic
maintenance, as maintenance can affect exam delivery.
Compass Updates
Get detailed information on upcoming changes to the Compass exam
delivery software.
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Get notifications regarding the use and support of our exam products,
delivery systems, solutions, and features.
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