Get Certified at Your Library

Take free online classes, practice tests, and Certiport certification exams. Earn certifications to prove your skills in school or at work.

How do I get certified through the library?

Learn, practice, and prepare to get certified:

Read exam objectives.
Use learning and practice resources.
Select an exam date and time from the calendar.
Register for a certification exam session. Exams are offered online. You can earn your certification from home.
Get a Certiport account and read the Certiport Test Candidate Guide (PDF). You must have a Certiport account to take the exam. You can get one for free at Certiport.com.

We’ll send you a link to connect to the proctored online certification exam on the day of exam.

Get the details for each type of certification below.

Adobe Certified Professional
Business
Digital Literacy
Information Technology (IT) Specialist
Microsoft Certified Fundamentals
Microsoft Office Specialist
Unity Certified User
Exam Sessions
Frequently Asked Questions
Accommodation

Adobe Certified Professional

Take any single certification. Or, start on a pathway to a dream job with Adobe skills, opens a new window.

After Effects

Adobe After Effects software is used for:

video compositing,
motion graphics design, and
animation.

Exam objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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After Effects 2020, or After Effects CC 2019, and
LearnKey After Effects CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Animate

Adobe Animate software is used for vector animation and multimedia authoring.

Exam objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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Animate Essential Training, and
LearnKey Animate CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code and course link.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Dreamweaver

Adobe Dreamweaver is software used to:

create,
publish, and
manage websites and mobile content.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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Dreamweaver CC Essential Training, and
LearnKey Dreamweaver CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code and course link.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator software is used to create vector graphics with:

shapes,
color, and
effects.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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Illustrator CC 2019, or Illustrator CC 2020, or Illustrator 2021, and
LearnKey Illustrator CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code and course link.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

InDesign

Adobe InDesign is software used to create print and digital media publications.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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InDesign CC 2019, or InDesign CC 2020, or InDesign 2021, and
LearnKey InDesign CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code and course link.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop software is used to edit digital images.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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Photoshop CC 2019, or Photoshop 2020, or Photoshop 2021, and
LearnKey InDesign CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code and course link.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Premiere Pro

Adobe Premiere Pro software is used to edit videos.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Learn

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Premiere Pro CC 2019, or Premiere Pro 2020, and
LearnKey Premiere Pro CC 2019/2020 (Request an “ACP” access code and course link.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Business

Take any single certification or combine them.

Communications Skills for Business (CSB)

Prove:

your communication skills in a business setting.

Exam Objectives

CSB Professional Communications Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Improving Your Listening Skills, Interpersonal Communication, and
LearnKey Communications Skills for Business (Request a “CSB” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “CSB” access code from above.)

Certify

Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB)

Prove:

your skills in small business and entrepreneurship.

Exam Objectives

Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Entrepreneurship Foundations, and
LearnKey Entrepreneurship and Small Business (Request an “ESB” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ESB” access code from above.)

Certify

QuickBooks Online (QBCU)

Prove:

your skills in today’s accounting environment.

Exam Objectives

QBCU Online Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

QuickBooks Online Essential Training, and
LearnKey QuickBooks Online course (Request an “QBCU” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “QBCU” access code from above.)

Certify

Digital Literacy

Take any single certification. Or start on a pathway to a dream job with digital literacy skills.

IC3 Digital Literacy - Global Standard 6 (Levels 1, 2, and 3)

Prove your skills in:

technology basics,
digital citizenship,
communication,
safety and security,
and more.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Working with Computers and Devices, Digital Citizenship, Working and Collaborating Online, and
LearnKey IC3 GS6 – Level 1, 2, or 3 (Request an “IC3” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests (Use same “ACP” access code from above.)

Certify

Technology Literacy for Educators (62-193)

Prove:

your knowledge of providing a custom learning experience for students using technology. This certification is also called Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE).

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

MCE Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Teaching with Technology, The Digital Transformation of Learning, and 21st Century Learning Design (21CLD).

Practice

No practice test currently available through the library. Read about practice test options at Certiport for purchase. Or, simply get familiar with the exam format and sample questions.

Certify

Information Technology (IT) Specialist

The IT Specialist program validates entry level IT skills sought after by employers. Take any single certification. Or, start on a pathway to your dream IT Specialist job.

Databases

Prove:

your foundational knowledge of how to design and query relational databases.

Includes:

MySQL,
Microsoft SQL Server, or
Oracle.

Exam Objectives

Database Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Learning Relational Databases, Relational Databases Essential Training

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Certify

Software Development

Prove:

your core software development skills.

Includes:

object-oriented programming,
web applications, and
databases.

Exam Objectives

Software Development Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey courseware coming November 2021.

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Request and "ITS" access code.)

Certify

Networking

Prove:

your foundational networking knowledge and skills

Includes:

TCP/IP,
networking services,
networking topologies, and
troubleshooting in wired and wireless environments.

Exam Objectives

Networking Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey Networking course (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ITS” access code from above.)

Certify

Network Security

Prove:

your foundational networking knowledge and skills.

Includes:

TCP/IP,
networking services,
networking topologies, and
troubleshooting in wired and wireless environments.

Exam Objectives

Network Security Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey Network Security course (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ITS” access code from above.)

Certify

JavaScript

Prove your skills:

recognizing,
writing, and
debugging JavaScript code that will logically solve a problem.

Exam Objectives

JavaScript Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey JavaScript course (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ITS” access code from above.)

Certify

Java

Prove your skills:

recognizing,
writing, and
debugging Java code that will logically solve a problem.

Exam Objectives

Java Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey Java course (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ITS” access code from above.)

Certify

Python

Prove your skills:

recognizing,
writing, and
debugging Python code that will logically solve a problem.

Exam Objectives

Python Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey Python course (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ITS” access code from above.)

Certify

HTML and CSS

Prove your skills:

structuring a webpage using HTML elements.
creating and applying styles using CSS.

Exam Objectives

HTML and CSS Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey HTML and CSS course (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “ITS” access code from above.)

Certify

HTML5 Application Development

Prove your skills:

structuring a webpage using HTML elements.
creating and applying styles using CSS.

Exam Objectives

HTML5 Application Development Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey course available in December 2021.

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Certify

Device Configuration and Management

Prove:

your foundational skills in, and a basic knowledge of, Windows devices and mobility.

Exam Objectives

Device Configuration and Management Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

LearnKey course available in January 2022.

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Request an “ITS” access code.)

Certify

Microsoft Certified Fundamentals

These exams help you better understand cloud computing.

365 Fundamentals (MS-900)

Prove your foundational knowledge of:

cloud services in general.
the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model.

Exam Objectives

MS-900 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Prepare for the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Exam (MS-900)
LearnKey Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (Request an “MCF” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MCF” access code from above.)

Certify

Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Prove your foundational knowledge of:

cloud services in general.
the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model.

Exam Objectives (PDFs)

Azure Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Prepare for the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Exam (AZ-900)
LearnKey Azure Fundamentals (Request an “MCF” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MCF” access code from above.)

Certify

Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

Prove your knowledge of:

Common Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence workloads.
how to put them in place on Azure.

Exam Objectives

AI-900 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Exam Tips: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)
LearnKey Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) (Request an “MCF” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MCF” access code from above.)

Certify

Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)

Prove:

your skills working with data in the cloud.

Exam Objectives

DP-900 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Exam Tips: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)
No LearnKey Course currently available.

Practice

No Gmetrix Practice Test currently available.

Certify

Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-900)

Prove your productivity skills in:

automating business processes.
analyzing data to produce business insights.
creating simple app experiences to work more effectively.

Exam Objectives

Power Platform Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Microsoft Power Platform Foundations
No LearnKey Course currently available.

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Test. (Request and "MCF" access code.)

Certify

Dynamics 365 Fundamentals CRM (MB-910)

Prove:

your skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 customer engagement apps.

Exam Objectives

For this exam:

You should have general knowledge or experience in Information Technology (IT).
You should also understand customer engagement principles and business operations.

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Exam Prep MB-910: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Fundamentals (CRM)
No LearnKey Course currently available.

Practice

No Gmetrix Practice Test currently available.

Certify

Dynamics 365 Fundamentals ERP (MB-920)

Prove:

your skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 finance and operations apps.

Exam Objectives

MB-920 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

No course or practice content is currently available through the library. Watch this video for a detailed description of the exam content.

No LinkedIn Learning or LearnKey Course currently available.

Practice

No Gmetrix Practice Test currently available.

Certify

Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)

Prove your knowledge of:

fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity (SCI) across cloud-based and related Microsoft services.

Exam Objectives

SC-900 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

No course or practice content is currently available through the library. However, this video course from freeCodeCamp.org provides helpful exam content in detail.

No LinkedIn Learning or LearnKey Course currently available.

Practice

No Gmetrix Practice Test currently available.

Certify

Microsoft Office Specialist

Take any single certification. Or, start on a pathway to a dream job with Office Specialist skills.

Access

Microsoft Access software is used to create custom, browser-based database applications.

Exam Objectives

Access 2016 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Microsoft Access 2016 and

LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Access Expert

Microsoft Access software is used to create custom, browser-based database applications.

Prove:

an advanced understanding of Access products.

Exam Objectives

Access 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Microsoft Access 365/2019 and
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Excel

Microsoft Excel software is used to create and manage worksheets and workbooks.

Exam Objectives

Excel 2016 Objectives (PDF)
Excel 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

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Microsoft Excel Associate 2016, or Microsoft Excel Associate 2019/365, and
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Excel Expert

Microsoft Excel software is used to create and manage worksheets and workbooks.

Prove:

an advanced understanding of Excel products.

Exam Objectives

Excel Expert 2016 Objectives (PDF)
Excel Expert 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Microsoft Excel Expert 2016, or Microsoft Excel Expert 2019/365
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Outlook

Microsoft Outlook software is used to:

Send and respond to emails.
Manage lists, calendar, and meeting requests.

Exam Objectives

Outlook 2016 Objectives (PDF)
Outlook 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Microsoft Outlook 2016, or Microsoft Outlook 2019/365, and
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint software is used to create and manage presentations.

Exam Objectives

PowerPoint 2016 Objectives (PDF)
PowerPoint 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Microsoft PowerPoint 2019/365, and
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Word

Microsoft Word software is used to create and manage documents.

Exam Objectives

Word Associate 2016 Objectives (PDF)
Word Associate 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Microsoft Word Associate 2016, or Microsoft Word Associate 2019/365, and
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Word Expert

Microsoft Word software is used to create and manage documents.

Prove:

an advanced understanding of Word products.

Exam Objectives

Word Expert 2016 Objectives (PDF)
Word Expert 2019/365 Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Microsoft Word Expert 2016, or Microsoft Word Expert 2019/365, and
LearnKey Microsoft Office Specialist (Request an “MOS” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “MOS” access code from above.)

Certify

Unity Certified User

Take any single certification. Or, start on a pathway to a dream job with Unity skills.

Programmer Certification

Prove:

your knowledge of the basics of C# programming within Unity software.
your skills creating interactivity in games, apps, AR/VR, and other experiences.

Exam Objectives

Unity Certified User: Programmer Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Prepare for Unity Certification – Learning Pathway, and
LearnKey course – Unity Certified User-Programmer (Request a “UCU” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “UCU” access code from above.)

Certify

VR Developer

Prove:

your skills creating VR experiences and programs within Unity software. Must have Programmer certification first.

Exam Objectives

Unity Certified User: VR Developer Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Prepare for Unity Certification – Learning Pathway, and
LearnKey course – Unity Certified User-VR Developer (Request a “UCU” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “UCU” access code from above.)

Certify

Artist Certification

Prove:

your skills in 2D and 3D digital artistry in Unity.

Exam Objectives

Unity Certified User: Artist Objectives (PDF)

Learn

You’ll need a LinkedIn account to watch the LinkedIn Learning courses below. Log in for free with your library card.

Prepare for Unity Certification – Learning Pathway, and
LearnKey course – Unity Certified User-Artist (Request a “UCU” access code.)

Practice

Gmetrix Practice Tests. (Use same “UCU” access code from above.)

Certify

Exam Sessions

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

A company called Certiport awards the certifications. Major companies hire Certiport to develop and manage the certifications for them. You can learn more about Certiport on their website.
Browse the certifications offered on our Certifications page. Then, click the title of the certification you would like to get. Read all the information on how to learn, practice, and certify for that subject.

We offer resources, programs, and services to help you get certified.

The Washington State Library and the King County Library System Foundation support this program.
All learning resources, exam inventory, and exam sessions are free to KCLS patrons. You will need your KCLS library card number and PIN to access some resources. If you don’t have one, get a KCLS Library card.
There is no limit on how many certifications you can get overall, but it is recommended you study and certify for one at a time. This could be anywhere from 4-8 weeks.
See the calendar for upcoming Certification exam sessions, and register for a one-hour test slot.

Most exams are 50-minute timed exams. Certification exam sessions are offered at select libraries at varying days and times, so you must plan 2-4 weeks ahead and keep your appointment.

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Get Certified at Your Library

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Contents

Adobe Certified Professional

Business

Digital Literacy

Information Technology (IT) Specialist

Microsoft Certified Fundamentals