Earning certification in web design helps a person stand out as a knowledgeable, competent designer.
The International Webmasters Association and the World Organization of Webmasters offer web design certifications.
The International Association of Webmasters offers certification on the following levels: associate, specialist and master. Similarly, the World Organization of Webmasters offers apprentice, associate and professional levels of certification.
Beyond design, both organizations offer certification in web development, administration and e-commerce.
Web designers must take continuing education courses to maintain certification with an organization.