Unity Certified Instructors

Validate your Unity skills by joining our global training network.

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What is a Unity Certified Instructor?

Unity Certified Instructors (UCIs) are trainers who have a passion for teaching and have demonstrated expertise with Unity tools and features that we recognize and certify through our program.

Get exclusive benefits

Gain recognition

Validate your experience by becoming a recognized member of our expanded team of training leaders. Reinforce your Unity expertise by adding a UCI designation to your list of accreditations.

Generate influence

Help us improve our Professional Training offering by evaluating and providing input on our curriculum and processes. Contribute your ideas to help inform new courses, practice materials, and assessments.

Expand your network

Join an exclusive global community of experts. Collaborate with fellow instructors, developers, and industry experts to share knowledge, hone your teaching methods, and discuss emerging technologies.

Access perks

Get access to paid training opportunities and Unity resources for free, such as certification vouchers, professional licenses, and our on-demand training platform.

A diverse global team

With more than 60 UCIs, our network extends across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Our trainers are incredibly knowledgeable – having anywhere from two to 10 years of experience, and are well-versed in multiple real-time 3D fields across games, XR, AI, and industrial use cases.

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How do I become a UCI?

The Unity Certified Instructor Program recognizes individuals who have taken the lead in helping creators achieve success. The program accepts trainers who have demonstrated unparalleled proficiency with Unity as well as strong training and delivery capabilities. In order to be eligible, UCIs must have:

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Application Process

In order to be fully accepted into the program and receive the Unity Certified Instructor Certification, candidates must take our in-house training course and pass an evaluation where they teach a mock 20-minute class.

Once you complete the application and submit validation of your credentials, Unity will review your application for membership and contact you within two weeks.

Make an Impact on Unity Creators

UCI Ian Snyder

“Becoming a UCI has led to tremendous professional and personal growth for me. I’ve had the opportunity to provide training to exciting clients, and built my network with industry veterans. The variety of workshops and learners has led me to broadly improve my Unity skills, as well as acquiring in-depth knowledge of specific technical facets. I can’t recommend it enough!”

UCI Ian Snyder
UCI Meehae Song

“I have learned and grown so much over the past 3 years before and after getting certified and now have a much more grounded understanding of Unity. The first ever UCI Summit brought together UCIs from around the world, and I was able to meet other amazing UCIs and share my work. The best part of being a UCI is being able to teach, support and learn as part of the tight UCI community.”

UCI Meehae Song

Join our team

Demonstrate your experience and gain global recognition by joining a vast and diverse network of professional trainers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a membership fee to become a UCI?

There is no membership fee or additional cost to get the Unity Certified Instructor Certification at this time. However, to be eligible to become a UCI, you must have a Unity Professional Certification (Artist or Programmer) or Unity Expert Certification, which retails for $249 USD.

What are the requirements to maintain my UCI status?

Membership is renewed on an annual basis so long as instructors meet the following criteria:

  • Maintain a current Professional-level (or Expert-level) Unity Certification 
  • Attend internal syncs with the Professional Training team
  • Participate in the UCI Community 
  • Contribute to Unity’s training initiatives:
    • Deliver internal training to Unity clients
    • Provide feedback on training content
    • Share training tips and best practices

These criteria are subject to change.

How long does a UCI membership last? How often do I have to renew?

Membership is renewed on an annual basis, as long as UCIs continue to meet the requirements of the program. Individuals may also be asked to meet more specific requirements to maintain membership status as our training curricula and programs evolve.

Can I pause my membership?

UCIs in good standing are able to temporarily pause their membership at any time. During this time, you will lose access to the program benefits. Membership pauses are effective until the end of the calendar year and can be reinstated so long as you continue to meet the requirements of the Unity Certified Instructor Certification. Note that you can only pause your membership once every three years.

Are there any additional perks or benefits to joining the program?

Beyond the recognition, influence, and networking opportunities that you’ll gain, becoming a UCI will also help with professional development. You’ll get:

  • Additional paid training opportunities 
  • Free Unity certification vouchers
  • Participation in exclusive internal Unity technical trainings
  • Subscription to our on demand library with hundreds of training courses
  • Access to the UCI community
How can I learn more about the program?

If you’d like to learn more about the program, please reach out.

Does the UCI program offer any diversity & inclusion incentives?

Unity is committed to hiring instructors from diverse backgrounds. To that end, we provide Unity exam vouchers for women and non-binary candidates (who meet all eligibility criteria except the Professional Certification) free-of-charge.

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