Each annual subscription to the PrestaShop Expert Program includes a valuable benefit: a voucher for the Core Skills Certification exam. This exam validates the fundamental skills of your developers and determines the visibility of your agency in the Expert Directory.
This article explains the eligibility requirements, where to find this voucher, and how to use it effectively.
1. Eligibility Conditions
- Each active annual subscription automatically includes 1 Core Skills exam attempt offered per year.
- This attempt is only valid for the Core Skills Certification (mandatory foundation).
- It is reserved for agencies with an active subscription to the Expert Program.
To learn more about purchasing additional certifications: How to buy a certification?
Where to find the included passage?
- The passage is available in the Certification > Core Skills certification tab of the Expert Portal.
- It is visible only to theagency administrator.
- A dedicated button "Use your free exam" allows you to activate it.
How to use the included passage?
- Access the Expert Portal.
- Go to Certification > Core Skills certification.
- Click on the button "Use your free exam".
- Select a developer from your team to assign (see: How to assign a certification to a developer?).
- The developer automatically receives an email with their access to the exam platform.
- The developer takes the online exam (duration: 90 minutes, 65–70 questions, multiple choice, immediate result).
For more details: Examination procedure for certification
4. In the event of success
- The developer receives the Core Skills Certification (personalized individual badge).
- The agency automatically receives the "PrestaShop Certified Agency" badge if this is its first certified developer.
- The included passage is then considered as used.
5. In case of failure
- The included passage is consumed.
- To retake the exam, you will need to purchase an additional individual passage (€250/developer/exam).
- ⚠️ The included pass is not automatically credited in case of failure.
6. Specific cases
- You may only use1 included pass per year, linked to your annual subscription.
- The included pass cannot be carried over to the following year: an unused pass is forfeited.
- To certify multiple developers, you will need to purchase additional passes.
The included pass is a strategic opportunity to initiate or maintain the certification of your agency. Use it promptly to ensure the visibility of your agency in the Expert directory and to enhance the skills of your teams.
FAQ
What happens if my agency does not use the included passage?
The passage is forfeited and will not be carried over to the following year.
May I use the included passage for a specialized examination?
No, the included passage is exclusively reserved for the Core Skills Certification examination.
Can a certified developer use the included passage to renew their certification?
Yes, if the previous certification is about to expire (valid for 24 months).
How much does an additional passage cost?
Each additional passage is charged €250 per developer and per exam.
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