Certification
Want to get Certified? All of our attendees can choose from a variety of SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE® platform exams to demonstrate their competency using those platforms and earn industry-recognized certifications at the event.

Free Certification Exams at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026

This year not only are we offering our normal Certification Sunday, February 1, 2026, but we will also offer an opportunity to take exams on Monday afternoon, February 2nd. You will be able to sign up for the certification exam sessions through the 3DEXPERIENCE World app. This is your chance to earn industry-recognized credentials to advance your career. You will be allowed to take any of the exams listed below including the CSWE as long as you meet the prerequisites! And yes, if you pass the SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Expert exam on Sunday or Monday morning you will be eligible to attend the CSWE Party on Monday evening!

We’ll host a Sunday morning session (10am - 2pm) and afternoon session (3pm - 7pm), as well as, a Monday afternoon session (1:00pm – 4:00pm). Those who attempt an exam on Sunday or Monday will also receive access to two additional exams that can be taken anytime during February 15, 2026 - March 31, 2026. If you cannot join us on Sunday or Monday, we understand! However, you will still receive access to one exam that can be taken anytime during February 15, 2026 - March 31, 2026.

*NOTE: Students will not be able to take certification exams during conference hours. All students that attend the conference will receive a free certification voucher post conference.

SOLIDWORKS Design Expert (CSWE)
A Certified SOLIDWORKS Expert is someone who easily demonstrates the ability to utilize advanced functions and features to solve complex modeling challenges.
 
SOLIDWORKS Design Professional (CSWP)
A Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional is an individual who has successfully passed our advanced skills examination.
 
SOLIDWORKS MBD Professional (CSWP-MBD)
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS Model-based Definition Professional exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your ability to use SOLIDWORKS MBD functionality and tools.
 
SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Professional (CSWP-SM)
The completion of the Certified SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Professional exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your capability to use SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal tools.
 
SOLIDWORKS Weldments Professional (CSWP-WD)
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS Weldments Professional exam proves that you have successfully demonstrated your capability to use the SOLIDWORKS tools for Weldments.
 
SOLIDWORKS Surfacing Professional (CSWP-SU)
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS Surfacing Professional exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your ability to use SOLIDWORKS Advanced Surfacing tools.
 
SOLIDWORKS Drawing Tools Professional (CSWP-DT)
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS Drawing Tools Professional exam proves that you have successfully demonstrated your ability to use the tools found in the SOLIDWORKS Drawing environment.
 
SOLIDWORKS Mold Making Professional (CSWP-MM)
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS Mold Making Professional exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your ability to use SOLIDWORKS Mold Tools functionality with Mold Making Industry knowledge.
 
SOLIDWORKS Design Associate (CSWA)
As a Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA), you will stand out from the crowd in today’s competitive job market.
 
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Design Associate (CSWA-E)
A Certified SOLIDWORKS Expert is someone who easily demonstrates the ability to utilize advanced functions and features to solve complex modeling challenges.
 
SOLIDWORKS xDesign Professional
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xDesign Professional exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D Creator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS xDesign Associate 
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xDesign Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D Creator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS xShape Professional
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xShape Professional exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D Sculptor role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS xShape Associate
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xShape Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D Sculptor role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS xFrame Associate
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xFrame Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D Structure Creator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS xSheetMetal Associate 
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xSheetMetal Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D SheetMetal Creator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS xMold Associate
The completion of the SOLIDWORKS xMold Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3D Mold Creator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
DraftSight Associate – 2D Design and Drafting
The completion of the DraftSight Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your capability to use the DraftSight tools for 2D Design and Drafting.
 
3DSwymer Associate
The completion of the 3DSwymer Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the 3DSwymer role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Associate
The completion of the Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
ENOVIA Collaborative Industry Innovator Associate
The completion of the ENOVIA Collaborative Industry Innovator Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the Collaborative Industry Innovator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS Additive Manufacturing Associate (CSWA-AM)
A SOLIDWORKS Additive Manufacturing Associate is someone who possesses the basic knowledge of today’s 3D printing market.
 
DELMIA NC Shop Floor Programmer Associate
The completion of the DELMIA NC Shop Floor Programmer Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the NC Shop Floor Programmer role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform.
 
DELMIA Lean Team Player Associate
The completion of the DELMIA Lean Team Player Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the Lean Team Player role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
 
SOLIDWORKS Simulation Expert
The SOLIDWORKS Simulation Expert certification tests your mastery of all the analysis tools available in SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium. It demonstrates your ability to utilize advanced analysis tools in stress, contact, thermal, frequency, nonlinear, and dynamic studies.
 
SOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional
The SOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional exam tests your understanding of SOLIDWORKS Simulation tools and simulation in general.
 
SOLIDWORKS Simulation Associate
The SOLIDWORKS Simulation Associate certification indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of demonstrating an understanding in the principles of stress analysis and the Finite Element Method (FEM).
 
3DEXCITE Product Communicator Associate
The completion of the 3DEXCITE Product Communicator Associate exam shows that you have successfully demonstrated your understanding of the Product Communicator role available on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform.