Skip to content
Create account
or
Sign in
The Stripe Docs logo
/
Ask AI
Create account
Sign in
Get started
Payments
Finance automation
Platforms and marketplaces
Money management
Developer tools
Get started
Payments
Finance automation
Get started
Payments
Finance automation
Platforms and marketplaces
Money management
Overview
Versioning
Changelog
Upgrade your API version
Upgrade your SDK version
Developer tools
SDKs
API
Testing
Workbench
Event Destinations
Workflows
Stripe CLI
Stripe Shell
Developers Dashboard
Agent toolkit
Stripe health alertsBuild with LLMsStripe for Visual Studio CodeFile uploads
Security
Security
Extend Stripe
Stripe Apps
Stripe Connectors
Partners
Partner ecosystem
Partner certification
HomeDeveloper tools

Stripe certification for partners

Become a Stripe-certified architect or developer.

Copy page

Stripe training

To learn more about the free training we offer, visit Stripe training and our live upcoming events page.

We offer two types of Stripe certifications that to partners: architect and developer. Partners can achieve associate or professional-level certifications for each type. Stripe certifications let partners gain Stripe expertise and leverage their knowledge with in-depth training. After completing the additional requirements, these certifications can also help you become a Stripe verified partner. Regardless of the partner track, all partners can complete certifications.

To become a verified services partner, partners need two certifications, one of which must be a professional-level certification (the other can be associate or professional-level).

With our Fundamentals course, Stripe also offers optional training for sales teams to learn the fundamentals of online payments, how Stripe products address business needs, and how to go to market with Stripe.

Associate architect

The Associate Architect Certification is for professionals with 1 year of experience or more designing Stripe implementations. Associate architects have expertise in online payments, regulatory compliance, fraud, and API fundamentals. They also have a good understanding of Stripe Payments, Radar, Connect, and Billing. The certification covers best practices and recommended implementation methods to solve common business problems.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Certification exam duration: 90 minutes

  • Format: 45-50 multiple choice questions

  • Optional certification prep time: 16 hours (Stripe Fundamentals course) plus 6 hours (implementation training)

  • Languages: English and Japanese

For architects experienced in Stripe implementations, we recommend the training (but it’s not required).

Professional implementation architect

The Professional Implementation Architect Certification is for professionals with 2 or more years of experience designing and managing Stripe implementations, with knowledge of account structures, funds flows, third-party integrations, and data migration. Professional-level architects can apply business solutions and lead Stripe implementations.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Certification exam duration: 90 minutes

  • Format: 45-50 multiple choice questions

  • Optional certification prep time: 16 hours (Stripe Fundamentals) plus 7.5 hours (implementation training)

For architects experienced in Stripe implementations, we recommend the training (but it’s not required).

Associate developer

The Associate Developer Certification is for full-stack developers new to Stripe. It validates a developer’s ability to use no-code and low-code Stripe tools to address use cases in a hands-on coding environment. Associate developers practice integrating Stripe’s low-code solutions, such as Payment Links.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Certification exam duration: 6-8 hours (exam must be completed within 30 days of starting)

  • Format: Coding challenge

  • Available languages: React or HTML (front-end) and Node.js, Python, PHP, or Java (back-end)

  • Optional certification prep time: 16 hours

For developers experienced in creating Stripe integrations, we recommend the training (but it’s not required).

Professional developer

The Professional Developer Certification is for experienced full-stack developers who have previously used Stripe. It validates your ability to implement more complex payments solutions using Stripe products. Professional developers can use Stripe’s flexible Payment Element and core payment APIs to build integrations for a variety of common business flows.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Certification exam duration: 15-20 hours (exam must be completed within 30 days of starting)

  • Format: Coding challenge

  • Available languages: React or HTML (front-end) and Node.js, Python, PHP, Ruby, or Java (back-end)

  • Optional certification prep time: 16 hours

For developers experienced in creating Stripe integrations, we recommend the training (but it’s not required).

Was this page helpful?
YesNo
Need help? Contact Support.
Join our early access program.
Check out our changelog.
Questions? Contact Sales.
LLM? Read llms.txt.
Powered by Markdoc