Credential roadmaps

See what a credential does, what it does not authorize, and which facts still require a current issuer or regulator check.

EPA Section 608 Technician Certification

Section 608 certification is the U.S. federal credential for technicians whose work can release regulated refrigerants from covered appliances. EPA recognizes Type I, Type II, Type III, and Universal certification scopes.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-approved certifying organizationsUnited Statesregulatory certification

NABCEP PV Associate

The NABCEP PV Associate is an entry-level photovoltaic knowledge credential available through qualifying education or experience pathways. It can document foundational PV learning but does not grant permission to perform licensed electrical work.

North American Board of Certified Energy PractitionersNorth Americavoluntary credential

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner validates broad knowledge of AWS Cloud concepts, security and compliance, technology and services, and billing and support without targeting a specific technical job role.

Amazon Web ServicesGlobalvendor certification

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate assesses the ability to design AWS solutions around security, resilience, performance, and cost. AWS positions it for candidates with practical cloud or strong on-premises IT experience.

Amazon Web ServicesGlobalvendor certification

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

CCNA validates a broad Cisco-centered networking foundation spanning network fundamentals, access, IP connectivity and services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability through one required exam.

CiscoGlobalvendor certification

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity is an entry-level security credential covering foundational principles, incident response and continuity, access controls, network security, and security operations.

ISC2Globalvoluntary credential

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings

The FAA mechanic certificate may carry an Airframe rating, a Powerplant rating, or both—commonly called A&P. Eligibility comes through approved school completion or documented practical experience, followed by required testing.

Federal Aviation AdministrationUnited Statesfederal certificate

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

A CDL is a state-issued license for operating specified classes of commercial motor vehicle. Federal rules establish minimum standards, while the state conducts licensing and adds its own forms, fees, and procedures.

U.S. state driver licensing agencies under federal minimum standardsUnited Statesgovernment license

Canadian Red Seal Endorsement

The Red Seal endorsement is added to a provincial or territorial trade certificate after a qualifying tradesperson passes the applicable interprovincial examination, signaling the national standard for that Red Seal trade.

Provincial and territorial apprenticeship authorities through the Red Seal ProgramCanadatrade endorsement