CodeHS certifications are industry-based computer science and CTE certification exams for K-12 students. They let students validate their mastery of programming skills — in languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript — and earn a credential that gives them a competitive advantage when entering college or the workforce.

CodeHS offers certification exams in Java, JavaScript, Python, Web Design, Web Development, Cybersecurity (Levels 1 and 2), and AI. Each exam is aligned to CodeHS courses, so students can prepare through the curriculum they are already learning and certify in the topic that matches their pathway.

Each CodeHS certification exam is 45 multiple-choice questions taken online in a 90-minute timed session. Exams are secure, with randomized questions and anti-cheating features like focus mode, so schools can offer a trustworthy assessment that reflects each student's own understanding.

Students receive CodeHS certification exam results within 36 hours. Those who pass earn a digital, shareable, and verifiable certificate they can add to resumes, college applications, and portfolios to prove their computer science skills to schools and future employers.

CodeHS Certifications are officially approved in Georgia, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin, with the approved exams varying by state. Many other states support local district decisions, and CodeHS Certifications are widely used and recognized by schools nationwide. To learn about requirements in your state, email hello@codehs.com.

Students prepare for a CodeHS certification exam by completing the aligned CodeHS course, then working through additional practice problems and taking a CodeHS practice exam. This lets them build and review the exact skills the exam covers before setting an official exam date with their teacher.

Teachers administer CodeHS certification exams through a proctor and monitoring dashboard that delivers exams securely and shows results and progress in real time. Detailed performance reports break each exam down by individual student, section, and topic, so teachers can see exactly where a class excelled or struggled.

A CodeHS certification gives students a verifiable credential that validates their computer science skills for colleges and employers. It turns coursework into proof of mastery, helping students stand out on applications and resumes, and it bolsters the integrity and credibility of a school's computer science program.

CodeHS Certifications are priced per school or district, so the best way to get pricing is to request a quote. A CodeHS team member will help you choose the right certifications for your courses and CTE pathways and get them set up for your students, including any state-specific documentation you need.