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Web Professional International Certification

WebProfessionalsGlobal.org Web professional international certification is a powerful opportunity for individuals aspiring to be or already working as a Web professional. Working with experts within industry, education and government, WOW has created a series of vendor neutral industry standard certification exams. We congratulate those who have recently passed these exams. In additional to many in the United States, a number of other countries have individuals who have passed (such as Bahrain, France, Italy, the Philippines, and Switzerland to name a few).

We offer you the following resources to help you decide which exam is best for you:

People who are interested in certification can gain the education necessary via several means, including traditional instruction with our Education Alliance partners, online courses recommended by WebProfessionals.org, independent study, professional experience, and a hybrid of the above. All exams are offered in English.

Novice Exams

The first level of certifications is the Certified Novice. This exam measures a fundamental skill level for those individuals studying and working to become Web professionals. Novice level exams are designed for those just getting started in their education as an aspiring web professional. They are meant to confirm a base level of understanding of appropriate web technologies. One must pass at the 70% level to achieve this certification. Obviously the questions become harder as one seeks a higher level certification.

The following exams are available at the novice level:

  • Certified Web Designer Novice (CWDSA-novice): Web Designer Novices are learning the fundamentals of visual arts and are learning to create images and designs that capture and keep visitors’ interest. They present initial designs that meet the requirements and preferences of their audience.
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  • Certified Web Developer Novice (CWDVA-novice): Web Developer Novices are familiar with the fundamentals of creating web site structure and interactivity. They are learning to use database tools to custom applications and develop sites with dynamic presentation of content to the visitor.
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  • Certified Web Animator Novice (CWAnim-novice): Web Animator Novices are familiar with the fundamentals of creating animations and interactive animations which can be used on web sites. They are learning to use tools to develop these animations and engage web site visitors.
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  • Certified WP Administrator Novice (CWPA-novice): WP Administrator Novices are familiar with the fundamentals of administering websites based on WordPress technology. They are learning to effectively manage these sites.
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  • Certified Web and Mobile App Developer Novice (CWMA-novice): Web and Mobile App Developer Novices are familiar with the fundamentals of creating both web and mobile apps. They are learning to develop these apps to engage visitors.
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Apprentice Exams

The next level of certifications is the Certified Apprentice. This exam measures a fundamental skill level for those individuals studying and working to become Web professionals. Apprentice level exams are the same exams offered for the associate level. If you pass the exam at 70% you rank as an apprentice. 80% or higher automatically gives you an associate level certification.

The following exams are available at the apprentice level:

  • Certified Web Designer Apprentice (CWDSA-apprentice): Web Designer Apprentices are familiar with the visual arts and are learning to create images and designs that capture and keep visitors’ interest. They present aesthetically enticing designs that meet the requirements and preferences of their audience.
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  • Certified Apprentice Webmaster (CAW-apprentice): WOW Certified Webmaster apprentices understand the basic breadth of topics that fall under Webmastering. Apprentice Webmasters know about the majority of subjects within the Associate Webmaster criteria, but with less depth into the individual topics.
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  • Certified Web Developer Apprentice (CWDVA-apprentice): Web Developer Apprentices are familiar with the fundamentals of creating web site structure and interactivity. They are learning to use database tools and custom applications to prepare sites for dynamic presentation of content to the visitor.
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  • Certified Web Administrator Apprentice (CWAA-apprentice): Web Administrator Apprentices are aware of the fundamental concepts for the hardware and software infrastructure supporting Internet communications. The CWAA-apprentice possesses a basic understanding of servers, routers, security, network management, and systems maintenance.
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  • Certified Web Animator Apprentice (CWAnim-apprentice): Web Animator Apprentices are familiar with the fundamentals of creating animations and interactive animations which can be used on web sites. They are learning to use tools to develop these animations and engage web site visitors.
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  • Certified WP Administrator Apprentice (CWPA-apprentice): WP Administrator Apprentices are familiar with the fundamentals of administering websites based on WordPress technology. They are learning to effectively manage these sites.
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  • Certified Web and Mobile App Developer Apprentice (CWMA-apprentice): Web and Mobile App Developer Apprentices are familiar with the fundamentals of creating both web and mobile apps. They are learning to develop these apps to engage visitors.
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Associate Level Exams

Associate certifications reflect that the individual has a proficient level of understanding with regards to the exam topics.

  • Certified Web Designer Associate (CWDSA): Web Designer Associates are proficient in the visual arts and creating the images and designs that capture and keep visitors’ interest. They present aesthetically enticing designs that meet the requirements and preferences of their audience.
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  • Certified Associate Webmaster (CAW): WOW Certified Web Associates are proficient at blending the art of HTML-coding with the visual arts to create pages that are content-rich and visually pleasing. They are proficient at page layout, image creation and manipulation, interactivity, content creation, project and business management.
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  • Certified Web Developer Associate (CWDVA): Web Developer Associates are proficient at creating web site structure and interactivity. They use database tools and custom applications to prepare the site for dynamic presentation of content to the visitor.
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  • Certified Web Administrator Associate (CWAA): Web Administrator Associates are responsible for the hardware and software infrastructure supporting Internet communications. These technology professionals possess a strong understanding of servers, routers, security, network management, and systems maintenance.
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  • Certified Web Animator Associate (CWAnim-associate): Web Animator Associates are familiar with the fundamentals of creating animations and interactive animations which can be used on web sites. They are learning to use tools to develop these animations and engage web site visitors.
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  • Certified WP Administrator Associate (CWPA-associate): WP Administrator Associates are familiar with the fundamentals of administering websites based on WordPress technology. They are learning to effectively manage these sites.
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  • Certified Web and Mobile App Developer Associate (CWMA-associate): Web and Mobile App Developer Associates are familiar with the fundamentals of creating both web and mobile apps. They are learning to develop these apps to engage visitors.
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Professional Level Exams

The topmost level of WebProfessionals.org certification are the specialized certifications for those highly experienced Web professionals. These individual exams cover a wide variety of expertise and are meant for those who have already demonstrated generalist proficiency at the CPW level in all areas of the Web. We may ask to see examples of work as part of the certification process for practicing professionals (a portfolio of your work, for example). In addition to confirming you are a practicing professional, one must pass at the 80% (or higher) level on these questions.

  • Certified Professional Webmaster (CPW): Webmasters are practitioners of web communication. They are responsible for all aspects of an organization’s web presence, including web content development, technical operations, and business management. They may have specific areas of expertise, but are most valuable as generalists who can manage all aspects of web operations.Note! The Certified Professional Webmaster exam (CPW) is achieved either by passing the four Associate-level certifications or by passing the CPW exam directly. These certifications are meant for experienced industry professional who have been working in this field.
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  • Certified Professional Web Designer (CPWDS): Professional Web Designers are masters of the visual arts and creating look and feel that drives a successful website, that capture and keep visitors’ interest and usable designs that meet or exceed the requirements and preferences of their audience.
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  • Certified Professional Web Developer (CPWDV): Professional Web Developers are masters at optimizing web site structure and interactivity. They use database tools and custom applications to enable the site to deliver the highest quality experience to the user.
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  • Certified Professional Web Administrator (CPWA): Professional Web Administrators are masters at acquiring and configuring the hardware and software infrastructure behind successful sites. These technology professionals possess expertise in servers, routers, security, network management, and systems maintenance.
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  • Certified Professional Web Animator (CWAnim): Professional Web Animators are familiar with the fundamentals and more advanced concepts of creating animations and interactive animations which can be used on web sites. They are proficient at using tools to develop these animations and engage web site visitors.
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  • Certified Professional WP Administrator (CPWPA): Professional WP Administrators are familiar with the fundamentals of administering websites based on WordPress technology. They can demonstrate they have effectively managed these sites for at least two years.
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  • Certified Professional Web and Mobile App Developer (CWMA): Web and Mobile App Developers are familiar with the fundamentals and advanced concepts of creating both web and mobile apps. They are proficient at developing these apps to engage visitors.
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Additional WebProfessionals.org Exams

    • Certified E-Commerce Manager (CECM): E-Commerce Managers are masters at developing and executing web marketing and e-commerce strategies and operations. They understand customer and organizational needs and define and manage the goals and needs of the site.
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    • Certified Web Consultant (CWCSB): Small Business Certified Web Consultants are professionals in designing, building and overseeing Web sites for medium or large companies or personal businesses as the Web manager or project manager.
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Certified Career Readiness Skills

  • Our research and industry partnerships tell us that it is the soft skills that employers hire for. Learn more about our career readiness skills.
  • Certified Remote Working Professional (CWRP) – Based on research of industry needs, competencies and skill sets identified as essential for remote workers, non-technical and technical industries and career pathways, we have developed a course focusing on soft skills successful remote working professionals should possess.
  • Certified AI for the Workplace (WAIC) – We have developed this self-paced course (with embedded assessments) based on research of industry needs and desired competencies. Those completing this credential will have a solid understanding of how to effectively and efficiently use AI to help solve business problems.