What is Pro Tools certification?

Pro Tools certification is an industry-recognized credential that validates your skills and knowledge in using Avid Pro Tools software for audio production, recording, editing, and mixing.

How long does it take to complete the certification?

Course duration varies depending on the certification level and your learning pace. A focused student can complete basic certification courses within 2-4 weeks.

How much does Pro Tools Certification cost?

Our discounted courses cost between $349-$598, and will vary in total cost based on your desired certification level.

3 Easy Steps

While the Avid Pro Tools Certification material may be extensive, our training process is simple.

Select Course

Pro Tools Certified Training offers Fundamentals 1 & 2 for Specialist Certification, and Production 1 & 2 for Professional Certification. Simply choose the path that's right for you.

Engage

A Certified Avid Instructor will guide you through 22 videos in each of the 4 courses. You will also receive an official Avid Courseware ebook to follow along with the videos.

Take The Exam

Once you've completed the lesson, exercise, and exam preparation videos, you will be prepared for the official Avid certification exam proctored remotely.

Certification Courses

AVID Pro Tools Fundamentals 1

Specialist

This course lays a solid foundation to build upon and introduces fundamental Pro Tools concepts and principles, covering everything an individual needs to know to complete a basic Pro Tools project, from initial setup to final mixdown. Here are some of the things covered in this course.

How to create a free AVID account
Links to additional course materials
Fast & simple license management
Weekly webinars for student support, and more

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AVID Pro Tools Fundamentals 2

Specialist

The Pro Tools Fundamentals II (PT110) course expands upon the basic principles taught in the Pro Tools Fundamentals I (PT101) course and introduces the core concepts and skills students need to competently operate a Pro Tools system running mid-sized sessions. Here are some advantages.

Setup and manage large track-count sessions
Recording and editing techniques
Utilize stock plugins & virtual instruments
Incorporate automated mixing techniques, and more

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AVID Pro Tools Production 1

Professional

The Pro Tools Production I (PT201) course covers the core concepts and skills needed to operate an Avid Pro Tools | Ultimate system with HD-series hardware in a professional studio environment. This course builds on the Pro Tools Fundamentals I and II series of courses, providing intermediate and advanced-level Pro Tools concepts and techniques like...

Customize I/O settings
Work with Window Configurations
Setup and use AFL and PFL solo modes
Work with VCA Master tracks, and more

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AVID Pro Tools Production 2 Music

Professional

The PT210M Pro Tools Production II (Music Production) course covers techniques for working with Pro Tools systems in a professional music production environment. Concepts and skills learned in the Pro Tools Fundamentals I (PT101), Pro Tools Fundamentals II (PT110) and Pro Tools Production I (PT201) courses are reinforced with practical music-specific examples such as...

Set up MIDI devices for use with Pro Tools
Control plug-ins with MIDI controllers
Add and edit Key Change events
Use Preview and Punch Preview workflows, and more

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AVID Pro Tools Production 2 Post

Professional

This course covers techniques for working with Pro Tools in a professional post production environment. Concepts and skills learnt in the Pro Tools Fundamentals I (PT101), Pro Tools Fundamentals II (PT110) and Pro Tools Production I (PT201) courses are reinforced with practical post-specific examples.

Synchronize Pro Tools Ultimate systems with HD-series hardware
Work with video in Pro Tools
Configure Pro Tools Satellite Link
Complete File Interchange workflows using Pro Tools, and more

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AVID Pro Tools for Game Audio

Specialist

The Game Audio (PT130) course provides students with exposure to the core skills, workflow, and concepts involved in creating and implementing game audio using Pro Tools systems. It covers basic sound design techniques along with example workflows. Session time is divided between demonstration and hands-on practice, with ample time to experiment with sample material. At the end of this course you will be able to:

Understand game audio workflow
Work with dialog
Incorporate foley
Add sound effects, and more

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AVID Pro Tools Dolby Atmos

Professional

Developed in partnership with Dolby, this PT205D and PT210D course package is designed for professionals who are transitioning from traditional surround formats to Dolby Atmos mixing, as well as experienced Dolby mixers who are interested in deepening their skills and learning best practices. At the end of this course you will be able to:

Recognize the components of a Dolby Atmos content creation studio
Outline the Dolby Atmos content creation signal flow
Understand various Renderer configurations and associated workflows
Configure Pro Tools for use in Dolby Atmos production, and more

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Common Questions

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What happens after I register?
A Upon registration you can immediately begin watching the videos while you wait for your ebook to be delivered via the email used to register.
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Do the Avid Exams cost extra?
A No. The course price includes two free proctored exam attempts. Additional exam attempts are $85 per attempt. ($50 proctoring fee, $35 Avid fee)
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Do you offer discounts?
A The price listed on each course page IS the discounted price. Since our prices are already discounted, we don't offer any additional discounts.
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What's included in the course price?
A The listed price for each course includes 8-10 instruction videos, 8-10 exercise videos, 1 exam prep video, an Avid course ebook only (does not include printed books), and two proctored exam attempts.
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Can I request a refund?
A No. Our video courses give you the information you need to successfully complete the Avid Pro Tools Certification Exam. Once we present that content we cannot take it back.
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How much does Avid Pro Tools Certification cost?
A Our discounted courses cost between $349-$598, and will vary in total cost based on your desired certification. You can find our current course offerings on our course registration page.
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Does the price include the Pro Tools Software?
A No. We assume you already own the Avid Pro Tools Software or have an active subscription with Avid.

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How long are these courses?
A Avid suggests 24 study hours for Fundamentals 1 & Production 1, and 36 study hours for Fundamentals 2 & Production 2. How you put those hours together, and when, is up to you.
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I'm already familiar with Pro Tools. Can I just take the exams?
A Unfortunately, no. Avid requires the student to be enrolled in a course and be issued a textbook from an Avid Certified Instructor in order to be eligible for the exams.
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Do you need both fundamentals courses to get Avid certification?
A The first certification does require both Fundamentals 1 and Fundamentals 2, and one cannot proceed to Fundamentals 2 until Fundamentals 1 is passed.
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Can I just go straight to Production 1 & 2?
A Unless you've already taken the official Avid Fundamentals 1 & 2 exams and passed. You will have to start with those before proceeding to Production 1 & 2.
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How do I take my exams?
A Once you've received your ebook and successfully completed the Pro Tools Certified Training courses you purchased, you will need to contact us to begin your Avid exam(s).
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Where are the exams administered?
A Each course exam is proctored online using zoom software, usually on saturdays. No need to travel anywhere.
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Will you offer more courses in the future?
A We are always looking at ways to make our site better. If there is a specific course you would like us to offer, feel free to use the quick contact form below and let us know.
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How much does a course cost?
A Courses ranges in price from $349 to $598. You can visit the specific course page to view the related price.

"I considered going somewhere else to train, but that takes food and travel expenses, as well as additional days off work. I was able to complete these courses when I had the time and the cost was way better than the other ‘big’ training places."

Johnny R. - Audio Engineer

"The Instructor was extremely knowledgeable, presented the information very professionally, and cared enough to spend a little extra time with me to make sure I knew the material before I took the exam. I highly recommend these courses!"

Jose C. - Student

"The sheer cost of taking these classes in a ‘Big City’ was out of my reach, and I was ready to start recording today. These guys were a lot cheaper, and I could do the coursework as fast as I wanted instead having to wait 16-weeks for other places."

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