A certificate of completion is a document that is given to the recipient to acknowledge their completion of an event, course, program or other type of training. It recognizes skills and knowledge that have been acquired. The certificate should include the name of the recipient, the title or description of the course they completed and the date of completion. It can be used to show potential employers that you have attained skills, knowledge, and certifications in a certain field.
Certificate of Completion Template
We offer a free certificate of completion template you can customize online before you print. There are many designs available. You can edit all text and add a logo or image.
You can edit the title of each template. For example, instead of “Certificate of Completion” you can write “Certificate of Substantial Completion” or “Training Completion Certificate”. On the templates, with colored ribbons, you can also select the award ribbon.
Certificate of Completion Wording
What information should a certificate of completion template include?
You can customize the award in any way you see fit. However, we suggest that you include the following information: the name of the institution presenting the award, the name of the recipient, the name of the course or program completed, the signature of the person with authority to issue the certificate, and the date. You can add additional information such as the level achieved, the duration of the program, or a summary of the syllabus. To create a professional-looking template include your school or institution’s logo. To add a logo, click on the image icon.
If you are creating a specific award such as a certificate of training completion then you will want to write a short description of what was included in the training. You might want to add the number of hours, the topics covered and any certification received.
5 Samples of Generic Certificates of Completion
Certificate of Completion Wording Samples:
Awarded to [Name] for successfully completing a course on
[topic] at [institution name].
Date __________________
Signature ______________
This certifies that [Name] has attended all the sessions of
[course title] from [date] to [date], inclusive, and has completed all the
requirements for this course. The successful completion of this course will be
noted on his academic record.
Date ___________________
Signature _______________
This certificate has been awarded to [name] for successfully
completing this [program title] which took place at [institution name] from
[date] to [date].
Awarded on ______________
Signature ________________
This certificate has gratefully been awarded to [name] for
his/her excellent performance which led to the completion of [course name] at
[institution name ].
Awarded on _______________
Signature _________________
Presented to [name] after successfully completing 6 training
sessions on [course name] at [institution name] from [date] to [date].
Awarded on _______________
Signature _________________
5 Samples for School Certificates of Completion
A certificate of completion is often awarded by a school, organization, or institution for completing a course, class or academic program. Present the award to students for passing the course or for attending if they required no examination. Most institutions require a minimum level of attendance to be eligible. When it is used for course completion, add the details of the course, the name of the institution, and the number of hours studied.
Certificate of Completion Wording Samples:
This certificate is proudly presented to [name] for completing
his/her degree at [institution name]
Date ___________________
Signature _______________
Institution Name
Certificate of completion
This certificate has been proudly presented to [Name] on [date]
for successfully attaining all the requirements set by the board of education
at [institution name] for the completion of [course name].
Awarded on _______________
Signature _________________
Certificate of completion
Proudly awarded to [student name] for successful completion of
the [year level] curriculum for the school year [year]-[year].
Date _________________
Signature _____________
Name of school
Certificate of completion
This certificate has been awarded to [student name] in
recognition of his/her successful completion of the [year level] curriculum at
[school name].
Awarded on _______________
Signature _________________
This certificate is presented to [student name] in recognition
of his/her successful completion of the [course name] at [school name].
Date __________________
Signature ______________
5 Samples of Professional Certificates of Completion
Certificate of Completion Wording Samples:
This is to certify that [Name] has successfully completed [name of internship] at [place] from [date] to [date].
We found him/her hardworking, sincere, dedicated, and result-oriented. He/She was very cooperative during teamwork. We take this chance to thank him/her sincerely and wish him/her the best for his/her future.
Awarded on ________________
Signature __________________
Rewarding company name
This certificate has been presented to [name] upon completion of [course or task name] from [date] – [date].
He/she was dedicated to achieving the best results. We wish him/her the best in his/her future endeavors.
Awarded on _______________
Signature _________________
Rewarding company name
This is to certify that [Name] has completed [course name or task name] from [date] – [date].
Date __________________
Signature ______________
This is to certify the successful completion of a [course] by [name] on [date]. He/she was a focused and cooperative individual throughout the entire period of the course.
Date _____________________
Signature _________________
This certificate has been awarded to [name] after successfully completing training on [title] that was held at [place] from [date] to [date].
Awarded on _______________
Signature _________________
FAQ
Who can use these certificates of completion?
- A school or institution for completing a course of study or a program.
- An organization or company for completing on-the-job training.
- Teachers for completing a school year or a project or assignment.
- Parents to award for kids for completing chores or tasks.
- Schools to award students for completing high school, middle school, or primary school.
What are the criteria to be eligible?
It really depends on the organization and the length of the program. Many institutes require 75% to 80% attendance to qualify. Others require at least 90%.
What if I don’t find a suitable certificate template on this page?
There are many certificate templates on this site that you can customize for any purpose. If you did not find a certificate you liked on this page, then you can create your own certificate template with any text. Open our certificate maker to edit any template.
Sample completion certificate template printables created with the free certificate app:
These are two samples but the possibilities are endless since you can choose any certificate border, any ribbon, and any font. You can also edit the text.
How to Make a Blank Certificate of Completion
If you want a blank certificate you can easily delete the text on each template. To delete text, click on the text box and then click on the trash can in the bottom left corner. You will need to do this for each line of text.
If you prefer you can use our free printable certificate borders that are blank.