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About the CERTIFIED Academy

CERTIFIED Academy is an online professional development program for educators empowering future professionals. Join any of our webinars to hear from education experts. Hone your skills. Discover new resources for your classroom. All for free!

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CERTIFIED Academy webinars are all about helping you grow as an educator. Join other educators across the country to collaborate and help your students succeed.

Can’t find a session that works for your schedule? No worries! All sessions are recorded so you can access them at your convenience.

Adoption and use of artificial intelligence (AI) for learning purposes continues to grow, but many educators lack training on effective use of AI in the classroom. According to a survey from EdWeek, only 43% of educators surveyed had received any training on AI. Demystify AI and discover simple, effective ways to integrate it into your classroom teaching.

Co-sponsored by the Critical Career Skills, IT Specialist, and Microsoft Certified Fundamentals certification programs, this webinar is all about bringing clarity to AI.

Date: October 27, 2026, at 11 a.m. ET

Register: Teaching and using AI in the classroom

Every day, you’re teaching the tangible skills your students will need to land their dream jobs. But soft skills are just as essential for success.

This month, with support from our PMI Project Management Ready certification team, you’ll hear educators across the country share techniques to bolster students’ soft skills.

Date: November 17, 2026, at 11 a.m. ET

Register: What (soft) skills matter most?

Are your students prepared to keep up with disruptive technologies like AI and what comes next? Empower them to become lifelong learners with strategies that keep them adaptable and ready for change.

Date: December 8, 2026, at 11 a.m. ET

Register: Teaching students how to learn

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College and career readiness

Tomorrow’s employees are in your classroom today. Prepare them for their next steps with practical resources and proven strategies for college and careers.

With key metrics from recent research, we’ll share how you can make sure your students are ready to move to the next stop on their career journey. Plus, discover resources you can leverage in the classroom.

Celebrating student success

Recognition matters. According to an article from Quantum Workplace, organizations with employee recognition programs are 12x more likely to have strong business outcomes. You can foster similar outcomes in your classroom.

In our Entrepreneurship and Small Business certification-sponsored discussion, you’ll hear from fellow education veterans about ways they celebrate student success, both in the classroom and the community.

Closing the gap between education and the workforce

Are your students getting lost in the transition from education to the workforce? They’re not alone! Recent research from Pearson shows that nearly $165B is lost each year when students can’t find work after graduation.

Help your students confidently bridge the gap between education and the workforce with strategies that prepare them for real-world success. Join us for this Autodesk Certified User-sponsored session.

AI in the world of design

Explore how AI is transforming design while learning practical ways to bring these innovations into your classroom. Join us for this Adobe Certified Professional-sponsored webinar, where you’ll hear about Adobe tools that can give students a safe place to experiment with AI in their designs and creative projects.

Your people. Helping you do your job better.

Keeping your classroom fresh and engaging can be a challenge. Luckily, you don’t need to do it on your own. Join a community of educators ready to share tools, tips, and inspiration for classroom success.

Sponsored by the Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate program, this session will offer valuable advice from educators like you! Plus, we’ll be sharing a sneak peek of what’s happening at our live CERTIFIED Educator Conference.

Why certification?

Today’s students are preparing for a competitive future, in both higher education and the workforce. Discover how certifications can help them stand out and succeed. In this webinar, we learn from educators and professionals about why certifications matter. Whether you teach young students or adults, this session will help you understand how industry-recognized credentials can benefit your community.

What skills do my students need for their careers?

You’re focused on preparing students to be future employees and leaders. Discover what employers value most—and how you can equip students with the skills to thrive. In this Microsoft Office Specialist and Intuit-sponsored webinar, we’ll sit with business leaders and HR professionals to discover what skills matter most. We’ll also talk about resumes and interviewing, plus how your students can land their dream job.