The three primary credential types that are defined by the IBM Professional Certification Program.
• IBM Specialty: Provides a higher stakes skills validation credential earned through engagement in highly structured and rigorous learning programs.
• IBM Certification: IBM's flagship certification credential associated with essential job roles. Three levels of IBM certification credentials are available, which include Associate, Professional, and Advanced.
• IBM Certification PLUS: A unique class of certification that reflects an innovative approach for combining traditional IBM certifications with other complementary and verifiable high-stakes certification and specialization credentials from IBM and third-party organizations.