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# Acast Launches Ads Academy Amidst Growing Podcast Advertising Market
- URL: https://www.podcastvideos.com/acast-podcast-ads-academy-certification/
- Published: 2025-09-03T22:00:25.000Z
- Updated: 2025-09-03T22:00:24.000Z
- Description: Acast’s new Ads Academy offers certification in podcast advertising, equipping marketers and media professionals with essential skills as podcast ad spend continues to surge.
- Author: Staff Report
- Tags: Marketing, Publishing, Business

Acast has launched the [Acast Ads Academy](https://advertise.acast.com/news-and-insights/become-certified-in-podcast-advertising-at-acast-ads-academy?ref=podcastvideos.com), offering two certification courses designed to educate professionals on the intricacies of podcast advertising. This initiative aims to train thousands of individuals in its first year, validating their expertise through a final exam. 

The move comes as the podcast advertising landscape continues to grow, with recent reports indicating a significant year-on-year increase in ad spend.

## Podcast Advertising Education and Certification

Acast's new Ads Academy provides a structured learning path for those looking to understand and excel in podcast advertising. Upon successful completion of the courses and passing the final examination, participants will receive a certification, a testament to their acquired knowledge and skills in this rapidly expanding field.

The certification can also be leveraged as a credential when pitching campaigns or applying for roles in [media buying](https://www.oceanmediainc.com/podcast-media-buying/?ref=podcastvideos.com), podcast strategy or branded content development.

The Acast Ads Academy represents a broader industry shift toward [professionalization and education](https://www.podcastvideos.com/articles/podcasts-a-teaching-tool/), helping to standardize knowledge across stakeholders and demystify the podcast ad ecosystem for newcomers.