Learn everything you need to know about getting an Upwork Skills Certification as an independent professional in the Web, Software, and Mobile Development skill category on Upwork.
Note: Currently, Upwork Skill Certifications are offered by invitation only.
We know that being certified in certain skills can help you attract and build trust with prospective clients. That's why we developed skills certifications.
Upwork Skill Certifications in Web & Mobile Software Development test for individual proficiency in a particular language or technology. Assessment methodology varies by skill. As an added benefit for earning a skill certification in the Web, Mobile & Software Development category, you'll receive a one-time bonus of 40 Connects.
To become skill-certified in Web, Mobile, and Software Development, you first need to be invited and meet the requirements of the certification. Next, you'll need to complete the certification process.
Skills assessment available:
- API, Full Stack Development
- CSS, Frontend Development
- JavaScript, Backend Development
- JavaScript, Frontend Development
- Android, Mobile App Development (available soon)
- HTML, Frontend Development (available soon)
- iOS, Mobile App Development (available soon)
- PHP, Back-End Development (available soon)
- Python, Backend Development (available soon)
- React, Frontend Development (available soon)
- WordPress, Web Design (available soon)
After receiving an invite, your Upwork account should:
Have 100% Profile Completeness
Be ID Verified
Get Prepared
You will receive a separate email with instructions on how to prepare for the certification you have applied for.
Important Guidelines
You will receive a separate email with information on how the guidelines for the certification you have applied for.
For any questions, you may reach out to assessments@upwork.com.