KCS Certification and Workshop Offerings
The KCS Academy is the source for KCS® resources and the only authorized certifying body for KCS.
See a full description of our offerings below.
Certifications
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Entry-level certification for anyone interested in learning the basics of KCS. $85 Online, non-proctored exam consisting of about 25 questions. There is a 60 minute time limit. ![]() |
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Advanced-level certification for those demonstrating thorough, deep, and broad understanding of KCS. $450 Proctored exam consists of about 65 scenario-based, multiple choice questions. No supporting materials are allowed. There is a 120 time limit. ![]() |
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Advanced-level certification for experienced trainers who hold the KCS v6 Practices certification and intend to sell and deliver accredited KCS training. $650 Proctored exam consisting of about 45 fill-in-the-blank and essay questions. No supporting materials are allowed. There is a 100 minute time limit. The exam is just one of several steps required to become a KCS v6 Certified Trainer. ![]() |
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Advanced-level certification for experienced trainers who hold the KCS v6 Practices certification and intend to deliver accredited KCS training within a specific company. $650 Proctored exam consisting of about 45 fill-in-the-blank and essay questions. No supporting materials are allowed. There is a 100 minute time limit. The exam is just one of several steps required to become a KCS v6 Certified Internal Trainer. ![]() |
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Workshops
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This entry-level interactive, online training is intended for anyone interested in learning the basics of KCS. $97 Online, self-paced, interactive training. Can be bundled with the KCS v6 Fundamentals Certification exam. ![]() |
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This thorough, instructor-led workshop is intended for KCS adoption program managers, project managers and team members, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of KCS Principles, Concepts, and Techniques. Cost varies. Instructor-led workshop available in 1.5, 2, or 2.5 day formats. Optional KCS v6 Practices certification exam often offered at the end of the workshop. ![]() |
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This thorough, instructor-led workshop is intended for supervisors and first- and second-line managers, and anyone who wants to optimize and sustain KCS benefits. Cost varies. Instructor-led two day workshop. ![]() |