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# Create certificate types

Certificate types define the certificates your organization works with.

Examples include **VCA**, **First Aid**, or **Electrical Safety**.

### What a certificate type contains

A certificate type usually has:

* a unique **Code**
* a clear **Name**

You create certificate types before you assign certificates to employees.

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### Open Certificates

Go to **HRM → Certificates** in the BackOffice.
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### Add a new type

Click **Add** or **Create**.
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### Fill in the fields

Enter a unique **Code**.

Enter a clear **Name**.
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### Save the type

Click **Save**.

The type is now available for employee assignments.
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### Practical tips

* Keep codes short and consistent.
* Use names employees recognize.
* Avoid changing codes after use.

### Frequently asked questions

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<summary>Can I change a certificate code later?</summary>

You can, but avoid it after assignments exist.

</details>

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<summary>How many certificate types can I create?</summary>

There is no practical limit for normal use.

</details>

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<summary>Can I delete a certificate type?</summary>

Yes, if it is no longer used by employee certificates.

</details>

### Related articles

* [**Certificates**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/certificates.md)
* [**Assign certificates to employees**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/certificates/assign-certificates-to-employees.md)
* [**Link certificates to skills**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/certificates/link-certificates-to-skills.md)


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