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Four certifications, one guide. Claude Certified Architect (Foundations) is live and free today; the other three are coming soon. Open a track to see what its exam covers.
Claude Certified Architect
Foundations
Solution architects and technical practitioners designing Claude-powered agentic systems
60 items · 120 min · 5 domains
Version 1.0 · Effective July 2026
Start free →Claude Certified Architect
Professional
Mid- to senior-level solution architects, AI/ML engineers, technical leads, and senior software engineers who design, build, and deliver production-grade Claude solutions
63 items · 120 min · 7 domains
Version 1.0 · Effective July 2026
See what it covers →Claude Certified Associate
Foundations
Business professionals who use Claude and Claude Projects as a day-to-day productivity tool — operations, marketing, project management, education, communications, and knowledge work
60 items · 120 min · 7 domains
Version 1.0 · Effective July 2026
See what it covers →Claude Certified Developer
Foundations
AI engineers and software developers who build, integrate, and ship Claude-powered applications, agents, and workflows
53 items · 120 min · 8 domains
Version 1.0 · Effective July 2026
See what it covers →Frequently Asked Questions
How many Claude certifications are there?
Anthropic's Claude Certification Program spans 4 certifications: Claude Certified Architect (Foundations), Claude Certified Architect (Professional), Claude Certified Associate (Foundations), and Claude Certified Developer (Foundations). Each has its own exam blueprint and domain weighting.
Which certification can I study for today?
CCAR-F, the Claude Certified Architect (Foundations) exam, is fully open: 30 lessons, 250+ practice questions, and a full mock exam, all free. The Professional, Associate, and Developer tracks are on the build plan, and each one's page already shows its exam blueprint.
How do I choose the right certification?
Pick by role. Associate Foundations is for business professionals who use Claude as a daily productivity tool. Developer Foundations is for engineers who build and ship Claude-powered applications. The Architect track, Foundations then Professional, is for people designing Claude-powered agentic systems end to end. Foundations exams are the entry level; Professional is the advanced tier.
How realistic is the mock exam?
The Claude Certified Architect (Foundations) mock exam mirrors the published blueprint: 60 questions in 120 minutes, weighted across the same 5 domains, with scenario-based items in the same formats as the live exam. It's timed and scored, so you can rehearse pacing before exam day.
Is this guide free, and what does the official exam cost?
The study material here is completely free: every lesson, practice question, and mock exam, no sign-up required. The official exams are separate: Anthropic administers them and sets the fees. Each certification's page on this site lists the exam facts, taken straight from the official exam guides.
How long does it take to prepare?
Most developers with Claude experience need 15-20 hours of study for Claude Certified Architect (Foundations). If you're new to Claude, allow 30-40 hours. The diagnostic test helps you focus on the domains where you need the most work.
Is this guide affiliated with Anthropic?
No. This is an independent community resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Anthropic. The content is based on official Anthropic documentation, Skilljar courses, and the published exam guide.