Why didn’t I receive a certificate after completing a Short Course?

FAQ DeepLearning.AI Learning Platform FAQ Certificates & Course Completion
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Completing a course is an important milestone, and it’s natural to expect recognition for your efforts. This article explains why Short Courses do not provide certificates, what you receive instead, and how you can showcase your learning achievements.

Certificates vs. Accomplishments

  • Certificates: Issued for Specializations and long-form Courses, either through Coursera or directly by DeepLearning.AI (for Members). They formally recognize the completion of an in-depth learning program. Certificates are only available once the user has an active subscription after the trial period. You can find the complete list of certificate-granting programs here.

  • Accomplishments: Short Courses (for example, ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers) unlock an Accomplishment when completed. While not a certificate, the Accomplishment is proof that you successfully finished the course and engaged with its content. Accomplishments are only available once the user has an active subscription after the trial period.

How to access your Accomplishment

  1. Log in to the DeepLearning.AI Learning Platform.

  2. Go to your course dashboard.

  3. Click View Accomplishment to open your record.

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From there, you can copy the shareable link to post online or include in applications.

How to showcase your learning

Even though Short Courses do not issue certificates, you can still highlight your accomplishment in professional settings:

  • LinkedIn profile: Add the Accomplishment under the Certifications section with the shareable link.

  • Social media posts: Share a screenshot of your Accomplishment to celebrate your progress publicly.

  • Personal portfolio: Include the link in your résumé, website, or project portfolio to demonstrate your skills in AI.

Why the difference?

Short Courses are designed to be fast, practical introductions to the latest AI tools and techniques. They allow learners to quickly upskill and apply new knowledge. Certificates, on the other hand, are reserved for longer programs that provide deeper foundations, multiple modules, and assessments.

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