Industry-Based Computer Science and CTE Certifications

CodeHS Certifications offer individuals the opportunity to validate their mastery of programming skills, giving them a competitive advantage when entering college or the workforce.

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Why Offer CodeHS Certifications?

Helping set individuals up for success, certifications provide verification that individuals have learned industry-relevant skills from our secure, comprehensive exam. Building skill credibility for individuals and future employers, certifications will also bolster the integrity of a school's computer science program.

Provide Secure Exams with Randomized Questions

Verify Industry-Relevant Computer Science Skills

Add Certifications to Your District CTE Pathway

Build Skill Credibility for College and Future Careers

Certification Journey

Since 2012, CodeHS has helped thousands of educators all over the world teach computer science to millions of individuals.

  1. Complete a CodeHS Course.
  2. Take the CodeHS Practice exam to prepare.
  3. Set an exam date with your teacher.
  4. Pass exam, tell the world!

Available Certifications

Java Level 1 Certification Badge

Java Level 1

The CodeHS Java Level 1 Certification Exam proves individuals’ foundational understanding of Java topics and concepts.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS AP CSA Course

JavaScript Level 1 Certification Badge

JavaScript Level 1

The CodeHS JavaScript 1 Certification Exam proves individuals’ foundational understanding of JavaScript topics and concepts.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS Introduction to JavaScript or CodeHS AP CSP Course

Web Design Level 1 Certification Badge

Web Design Level 1

The CodeHS Web Design Level 1 Certification Exam proves individuals’ foundational understanding of HTML and CSS topics.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS Web Design Course
Python Level 1 Certification Badge

Python Level 1

The CodeHS Python Level 1 Certification Exam proves individuals’ foundational understanding of Python topics and concepts.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS Introduction to Python Course or Python Programming 1 and 2
Cybersecurity Level 1 Certification Badge

Cybersecurity Level 1

The CodeHS Cybersecurity Level 1 Certification Exam proves individuals’ foundational understanding of Cybersecurity topics and concepts.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS Introduction to Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Level 2 (Advanced) Certification Badge

Cybersecurity Level 2 (Advanced)

The CodeHS Cybersecurity Level 2 Certification Exam proves individuals’ understanding of advanced cybersecurity topics and concepts.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS Advanced Cybersecurity Course
Web Development Level 1 Certification Badge

Web Development Level 1

The CodeHS Web Development Level 1 Certification Exam proves individuals’ foundational understanding of Web Development topics and concepts.

Recommended Prerequisites

CodeHS Web Development Course

Exam Details

Format 45 Multiple Choice Questions

Delivery Method Online Timed Exam

Languages and Topics Java, JavaScript, Python, Web Design, Web Development, Cybersecurity

Time 90 Minutes

JavaScript Certification Badge Web Development Certification Badge Webdesign Certification Badge Python Certification Badge Java Certification Badge Cybersecurity 1 Certification Badge Cybersecurity 2 Certification Badge

Certification Features

CodeHS Certifications allow teachers to confidently offer secure, curriculum-aligned exams to individuals.

Comprehensive Preparation Resources

Access additional practice problems and exams

Proctor & Monitoring Dashboard

Monitor exam results and progress in real-time

Fast Exam Results

Obtain certification exam results within 36 hours

Detailed Performance Reporting

Review in-depth exam reports by individual, section, and topic

Shareable Certificates

Receive digital, verifiable certificates for individuals who pass

Secure Testing Environment

Offer secure exams with anti-cheating features like focus mode and question randomization

State Approved Certifications

Some states have an official approval process for certifications, while others support local district decisions.

Below are the states where CodeHS Certifications are officially approved, but they’re also widely used and recognized by schools nationwide to help individuals build real-world coding skills.

To learn about certification requirements in your state, reach out to hello@codehs.com.

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How to Bring Certifications to Your School

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