SolidWorks certifications can be used as a benchmark to measure knowledge and competency with SolidWorks 3D CAD software. Multiple levels of SolidWorks certifications are available, with easily accessible online assessments.

CSWA – Academic

Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate – Academic (CSWA – Academic) certification is intended for an industry professional or student with a minimum of six to nine months of SOLIDWORKS experience and basic knowledge of engineering and fundamentals and practices.

CSWP

Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) is an individual who successfully passes the Solidworks advanced skills examination.

CSDA

Certified Sustainable Design Associate (CSDA) demonstrates an understanding of the principles of environmental assessment and sustainable design.

CSWSA – FEA

Certified SOLIDWORKS Simulation Associate – Finite Element Analysis (CSWSA – FEA) certification indicates a foundation in apprentice knowledge of demonstrating an understanding in the principles of stress analysis and the Finite Element Method (FEM).

Solidworks Academic Certification Program Brochure