Credential Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

Credential Version

Starting with SY 26-27, for credentials offered through Certiport, NCDPI will only recognize the three most current versions as of August of the current school year.
These credentials are indicated by two asterisks in the Validation Artifact field of the Credential Information.

Unreal Engine 3D Fundamentals Certification

Credential Name	Unreal Engine 3D Fundamentals Certification
Credential Vendor Info	Gameplan chris@gameplan.com https://gameplan.com/
Implementation Year	2026-2027
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	CD31 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Copy of certificate and badge
Credential Lead Consultant	Mike Renne michael.renne@dpi.nc.gov
Course Code and Title	CD31 Advanced Game Art and Design
Credential as POL	CD31 POL = No
Pathway(s)	Game Art Design (GAAR) 3D Modeling and Animation (TDMA)
Cost of Instructor Training	$0.00
Instructor Training Requirements	None
Exam Voucher Expiration	None
Credential Lifespan	Lifetime
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Desktop Publishers (43-9031) Graphic Designers (27-1024) Photographers (27-4021) Special Effects Artists and Animators (27-1014) Web and Digital Interface Designers (15-1255)
Articulation	No
Sequencing	Yes This credential is considered a gateway credential that can lead to further professional credentials highly sought after in real-time 3D industries, including in game design, simulation, architecture, film/tv, broadcast/live events, animation, and automotive.
Employer Transferability	Yes
Delivery Format	Online
Proctored Environment Required	No
Proctored Requirements	N/A
Test Site Options and Requirements	None
Testing Environment Requirements	N/A
Exam Time Allotment	60 minute, 45 question multiple-choice exam
Exam Passing Requirement	80%
Retakes	Yes Each $50 comes with 2 free retakes (retakes must be 48 hours apart)
Student Accommodations	Yes Pursuant to any IEP/504 plan requirements
Multilingual Resources*	Yes Spanish https://gameplan.com/certifications/unreal-engine-3d-fundamentals#about
Directory Notes	None

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^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.