Create Custom Certifications

Last updated: July 22, 2026

Custom Certifications let you convert a HackerRank for Work test into a SkillUp certification experience. This allows you to create certifications that align with your organization’s learning and skill validation requirements.

Prerequisite

You have created a test in your HackerRank for Work account.

Creating custom certifications

To create custom certifications:

  1. Log in to your SkillUp account using your credentials.

  2. Go to Certify > Manage Custom Certifications.

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  3. Click New Custom Certification.

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The custom certification creation workflow opens with the following three steps.

Step 1: Certification details

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  1. Enter a name for the certification.

  2. Enter a description that explains what the certification covers.

  3. Click Continue.

Step 2: Import HackerRank for Work test

  1. Search and select a test under the Linked HackerRank for Work test field.

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Note: 

  • You can link only one test to a certification.

  • You cannot change the linked test after you create the custom certification.

  1. Enter the minimum score required to pass the certification in the Overall cutoff percentage field.

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  2. Click Continue.

Step 3: Review

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  1. Review the certification details, linked test, and cutoff score.

  2. Click Create custom certification.

  3. Click Create custom certification in the confirmation dialog. A success message appears.

Learner experience

When learners click Earn Certificate for a custom certification, SkillUp redirects them to the linked HackerRank for Work test. Learners can review the test instructions and begin the certification assessment.

The certification supports the AI-assisted IDE. Learners can use AI to write, edit, and debug code while completing certification challenges.

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This gives organizations greater visibility into how learners use AI to solve problems and complete tasks.