Frequently asked questions

The programs will close on December, 31 2023.

When are the Adobe Authorized Training Center (AATC) and Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI) programs closing?

The programs will close on December 31, 2023.

Can I renew my certification as an Adobe Authorized Training Center (AATC) or Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI)?

No. We’re no longer accepting new or renewal applications. 

Will I still be listed in the Adobe Training Partner Finder?

No. The Adobe Training Partner Finder will close on December 31, 2023. 

Can I still use the Adobe Authorized Training Center (AATC) and/or Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI) title?

As of December 31, 2023, you’ll need to stop using the AATC and ACI titles, badges, and certificates. 

Can I still use the Adobe trademarks and logos?

As of December 31, 2023, you’ll need to stop using all Adobe trademarks and logos that you had access to through the AATC and/or ACI programs.

Please refer to our general copyright and trademark guidelines on Adobe.com: https://www.adobe.com/legal/permissions.html

Where can I find the program agreement?

You’ll find the program agreement here: http://partnerdownload.adobe.com/p/ATPPAgr-WWE.pdf 

Will support be provided after the program closes?

No. We'll no longer provide support or additional resources after the program closes.

What if I have questions?

You can continue to reach us via email at trainingpartners@adobe.com until December 15, 2023. 

Can I still use my Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI) badge and certificate after the program closes? May I still use Adobe’s trademarks and logo?

As of December 31, 2023, you’ll need to stop using the Adobe Certified Instructor title, badge, and certificate, and you’ll also need to remove any Adobe trademarks, logos, and branding from your website, social media pages, and other marketing materials.  

Is there another certification option for Adobe Certified Instructors (ACIs)?

Yes. You can become an Adobe Certified Professional by taking one or more exams through our partner company, Certiport.

Are there training requirements to become an Adobe Certified Professional?

No. There are no training requirements to take an Adobe Certified Professional exam. We recommend that certification candidates have 150 hours of experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications prior to taking an exam, but you can choose any method of training or practice that enables you to master the applications. 

Will I still get a free subscription to Creative Cloud?

If you’re an Adobe Certified Instructor who was active as of May 10, 2023, you’ve received access codes for two one-year subscriptions to Creative Cloud All Apps.  

When should I activate my free subscriptions to Creative Cloud All Apps?

You should activate your free subscriptions as soon as you receive the codes. The subscriptions will be added to any existing subscriptions you may have. Please redeem both codes at the same time to get two continuous years of access to Creative Cloud. The code expire six months after they were created(August 2023), and expired codes will not be replaced.

Will I still be listed in the Adobe Training Partner Finder?

You will be listed in The Adobe Training Partner Finder until the program closes on December 31, 2023. 

Can I still use my Adobe Authorized Training Center (AATC) title and certificate after the program closes? May I still use Adobe’s trademarks and logo?

As of December 31, 2023, you’ll need to stop using the Adobe Authorized Training Center title and certificate, and you’ll also need to remove any Adobe trademarks, logos, and branding from your website, social media pages, and other marketing materials. 

Will I still have access to free Creative Cloud licenses?

If your Adobe Authorized Training Center was active as of May 10, 2023, your free Creative Cloud licenses will be renewed for one year after your 2023 anniversary (renewal) date.

What happens to the annual fee I paid to be in the program?

Adobe stopped collecting fees in 2021.

Will I still be listed in the Adobe Training Partner Finder?

No. The Adobe Training Partner Finder will be closed on December 31, 2023.