certification management Software
Run a Credentialing
Program Your
Certificants Can Count On
- Automate the full credential lifecycle so your team stops managing it manually
- Give candidates a smooth experience from application through renewal
- Scale your certification program without scaling your administrative team

Trusted by over 37,000 nonprofits and associations
Automation From Start to Finish
A Credentialing
Experience to
Reflect Your Program’s Value
Built to Scale
with Your Program
Built on Microsoft Dynamics 365
Certification Tracking and Compliance Software
The Complete Platform for
Credentialing Programs
A credentialing program is only as strong as the processes behind it. This certification management system automates every stage of the credential lifecycle, from first application to ongoing renewal, while giving candidates a smooth experience that reflects the value of your credential.
Certification Application and Eligibility Software
Certification Management handles the full application workflow—eligibility review, document collection, fee processing, and status tracking—through a candidate-facing portal. Your staff reviews flagged applications rather than processing each one manually.
- Online application intake with automated eligibility screening
- Document collection and review built into the workflow
- Staff dashboard for exception management and approval queues


Certification Exam Management and Scheduling
Connect exam scheduling, proctoring logistics, and result reporting directly to candidate records. Candidates schedule exams through the self-service portal, and pass/fail results update their certification status automatically.
- Candidate self-scheduling for exam appointments
- Integration with proctoring and testing center partners
- Automatic status updates when results are received
CE Tracking and Certification Renewal Software
Automate CE credit tracking, renewal reminders, and expiration workflows so credentials stay current without your staff chasing every certificant. Automated alerts go to candidates before deadlines, and renewal applications are submitted through the same portal they’ve used all along.
- Automated CE credit tracking from courses and events
- Renewal deadline alerts sent automatically to candidates
- Self-service renewal submission through the candidate portal


Certification Candidate Portal Software
Give candidates a clean, portal to apply, pay fees, track CE progress, submit renewals, and access their credentials. A better candidate experience reduces support requests and strengthens the value of your program.
- Branded portal that reflects your program’s professionalism
- Full CE progress tracking visible to candidates
- Digital certificate and badge access on completion
Certification Reporting and Analytics Software
Track exam pass rates, renewal compliance, CE completion, and program revenue from one dashboard. Certification Management gives your team the reporting they need for submissions, board updates, and program planning decisions.
- Up-to-date actionable reporting on exam and program metrics
- CE compliance rates by cohort, cycle, and credential type
- Program revenue tracking across fees and renewal streams


CRM Certification Software
Track every certification, CEU, renewal, and communication in one place, whether in this system or your AMS, so staff can see who’s active, who’s at risk, and who’s ready for renewal, and trigger automated communications from real-time data.
- Configurable eligibility rules and automated workflows
- Flexible hierarchies for individuals, employers, schools, and committees
- Real-time reports and dashboards for defensible credentials
Products
We offer so much more too.
Whether you’re looking for advanced analytics, all-in-one simplicity, enterprise-level customization, or globalization needs, we have the right solution for you.
Connect certification status and CE data into Nimble AMS member records for associations managing both membership and credentialing.
Cobalt AMS includes built-in certification tools for associations with straightforward credentialing needs alongside their AMS.
Help members demonstrate credentials to employers by connecting certification verification to your career center job board.
Add learning management to deliver courses, certifications, and continuing education programs, all connected to your member data and engagement strategy.
whitepaper
A Modern Association’s Guide to Streamlined Operations and Enhanced Member Value
This guide shows how an AMS with certification can modernize operations and deliver the certification experience members expect.

Request a Demo
Scalable Certification Management Software for Every Credentialing Program
See how it handles your specific program structure, CE requirements, and renewal workflows in a demo.
Help & Support
FAQ
Everything you need to know about getting started with certification management.
This software is designed for credentialing bodies, professional associations, and any organization administering a formal certification, license, or credential program. It’s a strong fit for organizations processing hundreds to tens of thousands of candidates annually.
Yes. The platform supports multiple credential programs within a single system, each with its own eligibility rules, CE requirements, renewal cycles, and fee structures.
Candidates access a branded portal to apply, pay fees, track CE progress, submit renewals, and download certificates. The portal is accessible from any device and is configurable to match your organization’s branding and credential program structure.
The best certificate management software for a credentialing program automates the full lifecycle, application, eligibility, exam scheduling, CE tracking, and renewal, rather than just issuing and storing digital certificates. Look for a platform built specifically for associations and certification bodies rather than one designed for internal employee training records.
Some lightweight or free tools exist for issuing digital certificates and badges, but they typically don’t handle the full credentialing workflow that formal certification and licensing programs require. This platform doesn’t offer a free tier; pricing is based on your program’s size and needs.
The best certification management software for associations connects certification data directly to membership records, so staff can see credentialing status alongside dues, event participation, and engagement in one system, rather than managing certification as a disconnected process from membership.




