Meet the Canva Verified Experts!
Updated Feb 2026 (Original post Jun 2022). Delighted to report that I have just signed on to remain a Canva Verified Expert for another year and just past my 12th Canvaversary!
If you’re here, you probably love Canva and have seen that the Canva Verified Experts program has officially launched. This post explains what a Verified Canva Expert is, clears up a few misconceptions, and shares where the programme might be heading. I’d also love to hear about your business and your interest in becoming an Expert, or one day, maybe even “Canva Certified”.
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First, Let’s Talk Canva Verified Experts
I was part of the first global group of “Verified Canva Experts” alongside around two dozen others. A landing page went live to announce it, and while many people were excited, some were confused by the title, and a few even angry.
On social media, I saw comments from people with huge audiences who felt they should have been included. Maybe so, but being an Expert isn’t just about numbers, it’s about aligning with Canva’s values, helping people use the tool well, and doing it consistently.
As of Feb 2026, there are around 45 Canva Verified Experts worldwide.
From CCCs to Verified Experts
Most of us started as Canva Certified Creatives (CCCs) years ago, acting as ambassadors for the brand. This programme isn’t about viral fame, big mailing lists or subscriber counts. It’s about being a trusted educator and embodying Canva’s Values.
Some Experts are well-known YouTubers, others run live workshops and webinars, some are community leaders or bloggers. We each support Canva users in our own way – all part of a global “Force for Good”.
I’ve also started featuring other Experts on this blog – check out
How Do You Become a Verified Canva Expert?
You can’t currently apply to become a Verified Expert. Canva proactively invites creators and educators who are already making a positive impact in their communities. It’s “invite only” for now.
If you’re a content creator and not yet an affiliate, I recommend you apply. Designers might want to join the Canva Design Circle. Being active in these spaces helps you get on Canva’s radar for future opportunities.
Does Canva Offer Certification?
Canva now has a variety of little courses to get certificates for different topics on Canva and they introduce new ones regularly. They aren’t certificates on the “actual qualification” sense, more just a bit of fun for people who like to collect certificates.
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There are only around 50 in the world at present. It is invite-only. This more recent post may be useful.