HubSpot Academy

What HubSpot Academy is

HubSpot Academy is a free online learning service for inbound marketing, sales, and customer service professionals. Its training catalog covers marketing, sales, service, software, and business and technical skills. Learners can choose on-demand training, live workshops, and user groups. A free account provides unlimited access to the education library and free software tools, and the account can recommend training tailored to the learner.

Some learning paths offer certifications. To earn one, learners complete the lessons and pass an assessment, along with practical exercises when required. For certifications that include exercises, each person must submit and pass their own work. Completed certifications can be downloaded, embedded on a website, or added to LinkedIn or Upwork. Some certifications last one year and others last two years. Academy videos are available to watch on a phone, though HubSpot recommends a desktop for the optimal experience. The service is available on the web and through Android and iOS apps. Certification questions can be raised on the HubSpot Community discussion board or with HubSpot Support. HubSpot says it was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Who it suits

HubSpot Academy suits people seeking free training in marketing, sales, service, software, or business and technical skills. It can also suit learners who want a certification they can share on a website or professional profile.

Limits

HubSpot Academy access is free and unlimited. Some certifications last one year and some two years; certifications requiring practical exercises require each learner to submit and pass their own exercises.

Getting started

1. Open https://academy.hubspot.com/.
2. Create a free HubSpot Academy account.
3. Browse the education library and select training or a live workshop.
4. Watch videos on the web or with the Android or iOS app.
5. For a certification, complete its lessons, assessment, and any required practical exercises.

Verdict

Choose HubSpot Academy for free training across marketing, sales, service, and related business or technical topics, with some courses offering shareable certifications. Learners who want the optimal video experience should use a desktop, and certification seekers should be ready to complete any required assessment and practical exercises.