WordPress Development Certification

The WordPress Development Certification is a comprehensive course designed to evaluate and validate a candidate's knowledge and skills in WordPress theme and plugin development. WordPress is the world's most popular content management system (CMS) and powers over 40% of all websites. This certification covers basic to medium-level topics, providing a strong foundation for those seeking to advance their career in WordPress development.

Course Outline

The exam will cover the following topics. Please note that the order of topics may vary. We frequently update our certifications and rotate questions, so the topics listed below may not always be available, but you should ensure an understanding these topics.

1. A history of WordPress and versioning
2. WordPress theming
3. WordPress plugin development
4. Hooks, actions and filters
5. PHP development
6. WordPress functions
7. Custom post types and taxonomies
8. Widgets and menus
9. Gutenberg
10. User management and roles
11. WordPress API, JSON and cron
12. Performance and security

Assessment

To earn the WordPress Development Certification, you must pass a comprehensive exam that tests your understanding of the topics listed above. The exam consists of multiple-choice questions which involve code analysis, an understanding of WordPress, PHP and basic database interaction. The exam is designed to assess the your ability to create and maintain WordPress themes and plugins, following best practices and industry standards.

The exam does not cover knowledge of plugins or page builders such as Elementor.

Upon successful completion of the exam, you will receive a digital certificate and badge, which can be shared on your professional profiles, resumes, and online portfolios. You will also be able to showcase the WordPress Development Certification badge on your Accreditly profile. The WordPress Development Certification is a valuable credential that demonstrates proficiency in WordPress development, making certified professionals highly sought after by potential employers in the web development industry.

Prerequisites

While there are no strict prerequisites for the WordPress Development Certification, it is recommended that you have a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP, as these technologies are essential for WordPress theme and plugin development. Familiarity with the WordPress CMS and experience using WordPress to create and manage websites will also be beneficial.

You should also be familiar with all topics listed above. Every topic may not be covered in the exam, and we rotate questions frequently, as well as introducing more questions as the industry evolves.

Who Should Enrol

The WordPress Development Certification is ideal for:

• Experienced WordPress developers and engineers who want to showcase their skillset
• WordPress specialists
• WordPress agencies
• Aspiring web developers looking to specialize in WordPress development
• Front-end developers seeking to expand their skillset and transition into full-stack WordPress development roles
• Web designers and other professionals in related fields who want to better understand WordPress theme and plugin development
• Entrepreneurs and business owners who want to create and maintain their WordPress websites and applications

Benefits of Earning the WordPress Development Certification

By obtaining the WordPress Development Certification, you will gain a competitive advantage in the job market, as you're able to showcase your commitment to professional development and your expertise in WordPress development. This certification can help you to:

• Stand out to potential employers in the web development industry
• Enhance their credibility as a developer and improve their career prospects
• Become better prepared for more advanced WordPress development topics and certifications
• Gain confidence in their ability to create and maintain WordPress websites and web applications

By offering the WordPress Development Certification, our platform provides candidates with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in WordPress theme and plugin development. Enroll today to begin your journey toward becoming a certified WordPress developer and unlock new opportunities in the world of web development.