{"id":21891,"date":"2021-06-03T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-03T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/products\/fusion-360\/blog\/?p=21891"},"modified":"2023-06-12T10:07:19","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T17:07:19","slug":"fusion-360-certifications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/products\/fusion-360\/blog\/fusion-360-certifications\/","title":{"rendered":"Make Your CAD\/CAM Experience Official with Fusion 360 Certifications"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In this article, we cover everything you need to know about Fusion 360 certifications, from which ones we offer to how to register.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So, you’ve been committed to Fusion 360 for a while, and you’re ready to make it official? Now, you can put a label on your relationship with six different Fusion 360 certifications<\/a>. Our certifications show employers and prospective clients that you have the skills necessary to get the job done\u2014whether it’s designing a new component or operating a lathe. In this article, we’ll show you how to acquire new skills and accelerate your career with Fusion 360 certifications.<\/p>\n\n\n

What certification levels does Autodesk offer?<\/h2>\n\n\n

Before we get into Fusion 360 certifications, it’s important to note the three different types of certifications that we offer here at Autodesk<\/a>: associate, professional, and expert. Associate certifications are designed for candidates who are entering the job market or pursuing a new career path, professional certifications are for candidates who have advanced Autodesk software skills and want to stand out in a competitive job market, and expert certifications are for, well, experts in Autodesk software who want to continue mastering new skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prior to registering for an Autodesk certification course, it’s important to double-check that you have the skill set required for the course and certification you’re interested in. Learn more about the qualifications for each level on our certifications page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

What Fusion 360 certifications are available?<\/h2>\n\n\n

We currently have six certifications available for Fusion 360 users. Each one focuses on a different skillset, so you can tailor your certification to your experience and career path:<\/p>\n\n\n

Autodesk Certified Expert in Generative Design for Manufacturing<\/h4>\n\n\n

Completing this course shows your mastery of expert-level skills in defining and running generative design<\/a> studies for manufacturing\u202fapplications. Learn more and get started here.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

Autodesk Certified Associate in CAD for Mechanical Design<\/h4>\n\n\n

This certification puts your CAD<\/a> skills and knowledge of rapid prototyping methods to the test. Learn more and get started here.<\/em><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

Autodesk Certified Associate in CAM for 2.5 Axis Milling<\/h4>\n\n\n

This certification proves your knowledge and skills for programming simple parts and operating CNC and lathe machines. Learn more and get started here.<\/em><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

Autodesk Certified Professional in Design for Manufacturing<\/h4>\n\n\n

This certification will set you up for design and engineering career advancement by highlighting your ability to create designs and documentation for manufacturing processes. Learn more and get started here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

Autodesk Certified Professional in CAM for 3 Axis Milling (Beta)<\/h4>\n\n\n

This certification demonstrates that you’re advanced in job and model preparation, toolpaths, and inspection for 3-axis milling applications. Learn more and get started here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

Autodesk Certified Expert in CAM for Multi-Axis Milling (Beta)<\/h4>\n\n\n

This certification highlights your expert-level skills in process planning, toolpath creation, and output for multi-axis milling applications. <\/a>Learn more and get started here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

What’s the Fusion 360 certification process?<\/h2>\n\n\n

Once you’ve selected your desired Fusion 360 certification, completing the process takes just four steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Explore our course catalog<\/a> to find learning content that will shape and advance your own skillset. Our courses are on-demand and self-paced so you can take the time you need to succeed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Take one of our certification prep courses, which focus on the core skills you need to pass your chosen certification’s final exam. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Use your Autodesk account to sign up for a certification exam. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Show off your certification by adding your digital badge and personalized certificate to your resume, website, LinkedIn, online portfolio\u2014wherever you want it! Once you pass, that is.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    <\/a>After reading this article, I hope you feel confident enough to pursue one of these exciting Fusion 360 certification opportunities. As always, you can learn more about each certification over on our certifications page<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you love your experience with Fusion 360 and want your friends to enjoy our cloud-based CAD\/CAM platform<\/a> too, make sure to refer them\u2014you get $100 for every friend who subscribes to Fusion 360.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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