Online AutoCAD Certification Training

Build practical AutoCAD skills and prepare for Autodesk certification with this flexible online training program. Learn drafting, design, construction documentation, layers, layouts, and professional workflows while gaining hands-on AutoCAD experience. The course prepares you for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User (ACU) and Certified Professional (ACP) exams, with an ACU exam voucher included.

Become an AutoCAD Professional

Our online AutoCAD Certification Training program is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Autodesk's industry-leading computer-aided design software. Whether you are beginning your CAD journey or looking to strengthen your drafting and design expertise, this program delivers the skills needed to work confidently in professional design environments.

Through a structured curriculum that progresses from foundational concepts to advanced drafting and documentation workflows, you will develop practical AutoCAD skills used across architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and design industries. This AutoCAD course culminates in preparation for two recognized Autodesk certifications: the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User (ACU) exam and the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified Professional (ACP) in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting exam.

Over six months, you will learn how to create construction documents, manage layers and layouts, organize sheet sets, and implement professional drafting standards. You will also have access to AutoCAD software throughout your enrollment period, allowing you to gain valuable hands-on experience.

Level 1: AutoCAD Certified User

Foundational Certification

Level 2: AutoCAD Certified Professional

Advanced Certification

Why Get AutoCAD Certified

Job Outlook for AutoCAD Professionals

AutoCAD is one of the most widely used software applications in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and product design. Organizations across Canada rely on CAD professionals to create technical drawings, construction documents, and detailed design plans using industry-standard drafting software.

According to the federal Job Bank, employment opportunities for CAD (computer-aided design) specialists and drafters are expected to remain stable over the long term, with labour demand and labour supply projected to be broadly balanced nationally through 2033. The occupation employed approximately 37,700 workers in Canada in 2023, supporting career opportunities across a variety of industries and regions.

Professionals with AutoCAD expertise may pursue roles such as CAD specialist, CAD technician, drafter, architectural designer, engineering support specialist, and construction documentation professional. As employers continue to adopt digital design and drafting workflows, candidates who can demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard software and recognized Autodesk certifications may be well-positioned for employment opportunities.

AutoCAD Certification Training FAQs

What kinds of jobs can I get with AutoCAD?

There are many jobs that use AutoCAD, with varying salaries. Job positions requiring AutoCAD software include project managers, mechanical engineers, and CAD drafters. Mechanical careers offer strong earning potential across several roles. According to Indeed, mechanical project managers earn an average salary of $103,120 per year, while mechanical engineers earn $92,372 per year. Project managers earn approximately $95,993 annually, and mechanical drafters earn about $70,254 per year. CAD drafters earn an average of $27.11 per hour, providing a solid entry point into the field.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes, you will be prepared to sit for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User exam (ACU) and the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified Professional (ACP) in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting exam. The voucher included with the cost of your enrollment is for the ACU exam.

What’s the difference between the AutoCAD Certified User and the AutoCAD Certified Professional exams?

If you are looking to get your AutoCAD certification, you may be considering both the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User exam (ACU) and the Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting (ACP) exams. The ACU exam is great for designers who can display basic proficiency, while individuals who possess advanced skills and can solve complex design or workflow challenges may opt for the ACP exam. The content of this course will prepare you for both exams. The voucher included with the cost of your enrollment is for the ACU exam.

Course Objectives

Create drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, and a floor plan and integrate all information into one deliverable sheet file
Apply intermediate-level skills, including layer management, user coordinate system development, creating sheet layout environments, and plotting
Create title block and title block/drawing label components for a professional office to facilitate the development of deliverable sheet files
Organize deliverable sheet set to conform to the National CAD Standards
Integrate referenced files to create details for construction documents
Prepare for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User (ACU) exam and the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified Professional (ACP) in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting exam

Prerequisites and Certification Requirements

There are no prerequisites to complete this course. Certification requirements: It is expected that all candidates will have a general understanding of the following:

Technical drawing & design
The AutoCAD user interface
The help system within AutoCAD
The draw order of overlapping objects
Inquiry commands such as List, ID, Distance, and Area

Registration and Enrollment

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