Utah
State CTE Details
Strengthening Utah’s IT
Workforce Through CTE
Utah has a strong emphasis on hands-on technical education with a growing demand for IT professionals in software engineering, cybersecurity, and IT support. The Utah State Board of Education ensures that students gain real-world skills through industry certifications that align with workforce needs.
The state of Utah, in partnership with local industry, sets education standards for CTE and specifies certifications that are deemed credentials of value. These credentials are approved by the state and industry as truly valuable for student learning and future success.
We’re honored to have 12 of our certifications featured in Utah’s Credentials of Value list.
Popular IT Programs in Utah:
- Computer Science Principles
- Web Development and Design
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- IT Systems and Support
- Java and C# Software Development
Knowledge Pillars certifications included as Credentials of Value:
- JavaScript Coding Specialist (Aligned to Web Development Pathway)
- Python Coding Specialist (Aligned to Programming and Software Development)
- Web Certified Editor (Web Content Management and Design)
- Web Certified Developer (Web Content Management and Design)
- Web Certified Administrator (Web Content Management and Design)
- C# Coding Specialist
- C++ Coding Specialist
- HTML/CSS Specialist
- .NET Coding Specialist
- PHP Coding Specialist
- SQL Coding Specialist
- T-SQL Coding Specialist
FAQ
Let’s see the most popular Frequently Asked Questions
A certification is an official document, or digital document, attesting the status of a certain achievement. In the IT learning industries, this can come in the form of a digital certificate and often a hard copy is also sent.
No, certifications have value if they are coming from a recognized body and are accredited by endorsements, credentials, or a badge.
Yes. Knowledge Pillars exams can be taken from anywhere as long as you have access to a suitable environment and adequate hardware, software, and bandwidth. You can find out more about preparing for proctored testing here.
Yes. Knowledge Pillars delivers full curriculum across four subject areas: Coding, Web Development, AI, and Cybersecurity.
Each course teaches students real-world skills. They follow guided lessons, build functional projects, and complete hands-on tasks that build skill step by step. Coding pathways cover 12 languages, with Apprentice courses that ground students in the fundamentals and Specialist courses that take them deeper in the same language toward job-ready depth.
Every lesson maps to a Knowledge Pillars certification, so the curriculum doesn’t just teach concepts — it moves students toward a credential they can earn, and employers can verify.
More States Coming Soon!
We are continuously working to expand our state-approved CTE certifications. Check back for updates as we add new states each year through the Industry-Based Certification approval process.