Adobe Training and Certifications

Adobe's presence and influence in the computer world is wide spread. To illustrate this, note that the top 10 PC manufacturers world wide pre-install PDF technology on new systems. Between them, Flash Player and Adobe Reader are resident on more than 600 million computers around the globe. A full 90% of all creative professionals have Adobe PhotoShop installed on their computers. These are some arresting statistics and are good indicators of why Adobe PhotoShop and Illustrator training and certifications are such valuable credentials.

What Types of Adobe Training and Certification are Available?

Providers usually offer several levels of Adobe training for each different software package Adobe produces. Adobe PhotoShop and Adobe Illustrator training are some of the most popular with several levels of training available in both. Adobe awards certifications for single products such as Adobe GoLive, Adobe InDesign, Adobe PhotoShop, and Adobe Illustrator. Training and certification is also available at the specialist and master's levels. The specialist Adobe training and certifications are divided up into three media specializations: video, web, and print. The Adobe master's training and certification recognizes proficiency with each product in the various suites.

In addition to the Adobe Certified Expert, or ACE training and certification, there is also the ACI or Adobe Certified Instructor training and certification. In order to qualify to take the ACI exams you have to possess a teaching credential, be CompTIA CTT+ certified, and have completed examinations in at least one of the ACE exams.

I am an Experienced Adobe User -- do I Need Training?

If you have a year or more practical experience with any of the Adobe products, pursuing the certification might mean just writing the exams. A broader knowledge base is always a good thing and may give you an edge over others when seeking employment. Look into one of the quality online Adobe training providers to help prepare for your ACE exams.

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