Houdini certifications test core skills needed to validate your expertise and show your readiness for your next professional career move. Showcase your verified credentials and join an exclusive group of certified Houdini artists and instructors to share industry knowledge and expand your network with peers.
Houdini Artist Certification
The Houdini Certified Artist Program is designed to validate the proficiency of artists using Houdini for 3D content creation.
Instructor Certification
The Houdini Certified Instructor Program is designed for qualified instructors who have a strong knowledge of Houdini.
School Certification
Our School Certification program celebrates schools that endeavour to understand deeply, share insights and inspire others.
HOUDINI ARTIST CERTIFICATION
The Houdini Certified Artist Program is designed to recognize and validate the proficiency of artists using Houdini for various aspects of 3D content creation. Achieving certification demonstrates a high level of skill and commitment to excellence in utilizing SideFX's procedural tools.
Successful candidates will earn the official Houdini Certified Artist credential and an exclusive artist badge, affirming their expertise to studios, clients, and the wider community.
EXAM FEE | $150 USD
Artwork by Jan Hebein | Mardini 2026
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Houdini Certified Instructor program is designed for qualified instructors who have knowledge of the Houdini software and are able to lead courses in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, in-classroom at a university or college, in a training studio as a commercial instructor, online creating web-based tutorials and learning for users.
Candidates can apply to take the Houdini Generalist Exam and become a Certified Houdini Instructor. Check to see if you meet the minimum eligibility requirements to become a Houdini Certified Instructor.
EXAM FEE | $225
SCHOOL CERTIFICATION
Our School Certification program celebrates schools that endeavour to understand deeply, share insights and inspire others to create passionately. Certification is by invitation only, for applicants that have been teaching Houdini for at least one year.
If you want to grab our attention and let us know that you're interested, send us a student reel. With a panel of industry judges, we certify applicants based on three criteria:
Quality of student work, Instructor knowledge and quality of curriculum
Professional development of students
Escape Studios | London | Certified School