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# Earning certificates and completion criteria

# Earning certificates and completion criteria

In **EBC Learning**, you can earn certificates for both **individual courses** and **multi-course programmes**.  
Certificates are issued once you meet the defined completion and grading requirements.

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## Course Certificates

* Certificates are automatically generated when you meet the **passing grade** for the course.  
* **Self-Paced Courses**: Certificates are usually available **immediately** after you pass.  
* **Instructor-Led Courses**: Certificates are typically made available **within 48 hours** of the course ending.  
* You can access certificates from:
* Your **Dashboard**  
* The **Progress tab** inside the course  
* Your **Profile / Accomplishments page**  

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## Programme Certificates

* A **programme certificate** is awarded only after you complete **all courses** in the programme.  
* This means you must first earn the **individual course certificates** for every course in the programme path.  
* Once all course certificates are issued, the programme certificate becomes available.  
* You can view it from the **My Programmes** tab on your dashboard.  

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## Completion Criteria

To successfully complete a course (and by extension, a programme):

* Achieve at least the **minimum passing grade** defined in the course grading policy (e.g., 65%).  
* Submit all required assignments, quizzes, and exams.  
* For Instructor-Led Courses, meet any additional requirements set by course staff (e.g., attending live sessions or completing peer reviews).  

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## Types of Certificates

Depending on the course and subscription type, you may receive:  

* **Standard Course Certificates** (included with most tracks)  
* **Verified or Professional Certificates** (if enabled, may require identity verification or fee)  
* **Programme Certificates** (issued once all course certificates in the programme are earned)  

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## Sharing Certificates

* Click **View Certificate** to download or print.  
* Certificates can be shared on **LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook** directly.  
* If badges are enabled, they can also be viewed in your **Accomplishments** section.  

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## In Summary

* Complete a **course** → earn a **course certificate**.  
* Complete **all courses in a programme** → earn a **programme certificate**.  
* Self-Paced: certificates appear immediately.  
* Instructor-Led: certificates are issued after the course ends.  
* Access all certificates via your **Dashboard**, **Progress tab**, or **Profile**.