While you should always learn how to use your chosen accounting software correctly, you don’t require a personal certification to do so. Since the user interface for other accounting software can be completely different, a QuickBooks certification doesn’t help you with clients or employers who expect you to use other accounting software.
The certification also applies only to QuickBooks.
While you cannot claim to be “certified” with QuickBooks without the certification process, that doesn’t stop you from otherwise becoming proficient in-or even mastering-the software.
While some individuals may benefit from a QuickBooks certification, others may find it unnecessary. Ask yourself if you need the certification.