Validate Foundational IT Skills in Under an Hour
With Hands-On Exams That Reflect Real Work
Linux Foundation Education is expanding SkillCreds starting with a new, proven platform built for real-world testing. As technology evolves faster than ever, the way skills are developed and validated is changing with it. IT professionals need faster, more practical ways to demonstrate capability, and short, hands-on assessments grounded in real work are becoming an essential part of that shift.
Each SkillCred exam takes about 45 minutes to complete, is delivered in a live environment, and results in a credential that never expires. Designed for developers, system administrators, and IT professionals, SkillCreds provide a streamlined path to proving what you can do in real scenarios.
The idea behind SkillCreds has always been simple: make it easy to validate skills without the time, cost, or complexity of a full certification exam. With a new, real-world platform, SkillCreds are ready to expand into a broad, continuously growing library of credentials that reflect how technology is actually used in production.
Built on Real Systems, Not Simulations
What sets SkillCreds apart is how they are delivered. Each exam is delivered on demand and runs in a live system, requiring you to demonstrate your skills, just like Linux Foundation certification exams. They also provide a practical way to get comfortable working in our associate and performance-based testing environment.
We are also evolving how SkillCreds are developed, starting with a new initiative that brings external authors into the creation process. We are currently beta testing this new functionality with Linux Foundation Projects, empowering the project communities to contribute directly to our growing library and ensuring SkillCreds reflect the real-world expertise behind the technologies they represent. Powered by our new platform, we developed our latest SkillCred from concept to beta in only 45 days. Stay tuned for more community-driven SkillCreds and programs coming soon.
Foundational Skills Across the Technologies That Matter
Today, there are nine SkillCred exams available, covering foundational skills across Linux, cloud native, security, and more. Two new SkillCreds are launching this summer, Containers with Docker (SC109) and Working with Git Hooks (SC110). As the catalog continues to grow, you’ll have even more opportunities to validate practical, job-ready skills across today’s most in-demand technologies. These credentials are designed to help you build and demonstrate core competencies that support a wide range of IT roles.
Whether you are strengthening your current skill set or expanding into new areas, SkillCreds help you:
- Strengthen your foundation for more advanced certifications
- Stand out to hiring managers with verified, practical skills.
- Build momentum by stacking multiple SkillCreds or on top of your certifications.
- Stay current with the latest technology trends
Flexible Ways to Earn SkillCreds
For individuals looking to integrate SkillCreds into a broader career growth strategy, there are two ways to get started:
- THRIVE-ONE Annual Subscription – The best and most popular option for ongoing career growth, combining SkillCreds with e-learning and microlearning for continuous skill development.
- Individual SkillCreds – Target specific skills based on your immediate goals
Validate Skills That Matter Now
Earn Your SkillCreds Now!
