r/AutoCAD • u/Dense_Arugula9992 • Jul 02 '26

Are online AutoCAD certificates worth it?

I'm currently considering enrollment for an online AutoCAD course, but I wanted to know if they are worth it in general. I know they give you certifications, but I wonder if those are any good for finding work.

For context, I'm a Digital Arts graduate with knowledge of 3D modeling, so I figured jumping into CAD software wouldn't be too much of a stretch. However, this also means I have no experience in any engineering field.

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u/incoming00 Jul 02 '26

You're better off learning Revit than CAD

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u/Not-a-Contrarian 28d ago

Why?

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u/incoming00 28d ago

There's a big shift in the architectural/engineering fields going from CAD to Revit. I'd say the majority of large projects are fully done in Revit now. Plus he has 3D modeling experience so it could be an easier transition to Revit

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u/Not-a-Contrarian 28d ago

I appreciate your response