Frequently Asked Questions
1. I have an ATC Instructor ID; isn’t that the same as ACI?
No. An ATC Instructor ID identifies you as an instructor at an ATC; it does not qualify or validate an instructor’s skills.
2. How do I become ACI?
Step 2 – Submit an ACI application via the Apply Now tab above
Step 3 – Complete the online ACI Workbook requirements to prepare for the ACI Workshop
Step 4 – Attend the ACI Workshop
ACI accreditation is granted based on an Instructor’s performance during the ACI Workshop.
NOTE: You must have a minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in order to be accepted into the program.
3. Where can I attend an ACI Workshop?
For North American ACI Workshop dates and availability, please contact Gilmore Global.
For all other regions, please email me.certifcation@autodesk.com to be directed to the appropriate group.
4. I’ve been teaching Autodesk products for 15 years; what are the benefits of becoming ACI now?
Based on Bloom’s Taxonomy learning objectives of knowledge, attitude and skills, ACI enhances an instructor’s performance through teacher training such as:
- How to transfer knowledge successfully, have students retain what was learned
- How to assess and adapt teaching styles to meet the needs mixed-level learners
- How to develop modular, real-world, courses and lessons
- How to organize learning content and lesson plans
ACI candidates who successfully complete the program will receive an ACI certificate, an ACI logo to use in personal marketing materials, exclusive access to the ACI LinkedIn & Facebook groups (upon request), as well as access & recognition on the Autodesk Professional Instructor Community.
5. How much does ACI cost?
Pricing varies by region.
For North American pricing and availability, please contact Gilmore Global.
For all other regions, please email me.certifcation@autodesk.com to be directed to the appropriate group.
6. What products are offered for ACI?
Currently ACI is offered for Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk Maya, Autodesk Softimage, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Revit Architecture, AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D.
7. What happens if I do not pass?
Each ACI candidate receives a personal, detailed evaluation report that highlights strengths as well as indicates areas for improvement. Instructors may attempt ACI however based on the evaluation score; there may be a waiting period. An ACI re-take is limited to 2 attempts per software product version.
Instructors will need to pay for each attempt made, ACI re-takes are not free.
8. How long does ACI last?
Autodesk Certified Instructor accreditation confirms your knowledge and skill level in teaching a specific release (year) of an Autodesk software product. Although certification for a particular software product version does not expire, ACI is not considered current unless you have passed the latest exams.
9. How do I recertify?
ACI must provide proof of having passed the latest Autodesk Certified Professional exams as well as pass the latest version of the ACI Workbook and Exam.
10. PIC TROUBLESHOOTING:
Why do I get an error message when using the password I just received?
Several random users have received an "Invalid Username or Password" when logging into the Professional Instructor Community and we are working to have the known issue addressed. In the meantime, to gain access to your ACI account:
- Close the pop-up error message window
- Enter the login details again
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