Editorial Policy

Last updated: March 18, 2026

CertLaunch is committed to giving you accurate, unbiased information so you can make the best decision for your career. Here’s exactly how we research and rank schools.

How We Research Schools

For every school listed on CertLaunch, we:

  • Verify that the school is approved by the relevant state licensing authority
  • Research current pricing directly from the school’s website
  • Document all available course packages, formats (self-paced, live online, in-person), and included features
  • Record student ratings from third-party review platforms (Trustpilot, Google, BBB)
  • Note pass guarantees, exam prep tools, and support options

How We Assign Badges

Each school may receive one editorial badge based on objective criteria:

  • Best Value — Lowest price for a complete, state-approved package
  • Most Popular — Highest volume of student reviews or widest state availability
  • Most Comprehensive — Most features, materials, and support included
  • Best Pass Rate — Documented highest exam pass rate with verifiable source
  • Pass Guarantee — School offers a documented money-back or free repeat policy
  • Best Support — Live instructor access, tutoring, or dedicated student support

Badges are assigned editorially and are not available for purchase. A school with an affiliate relationship receives the same badge consideration as a school without one.

Affiliate Relationships & Independence

CertLaunch earns commissions when you purchase through our links. However:

  • Affiliate commissions do not influence school rankings, badges, or recommendations
  • We list non-partner schools alongside partner schools
  • If a non-partner school is objectively the best option, we say so
  • All affiliate links are disclosed on every page where they appear

Accuracy & Updates

Licensing requirements, school pricing, and course availability change frequently. We update state pages on a rolling basis and note the last-reviewed date where applicable. If you spot an error, please email us at hello@certlaunch.com and we’ll correct it promptly.

Always verify current requirements directly with your state licensing board before enrolling or submitting any application.

Salary & Income Data

Salary ranges cited on CertLaunch are sourced from publicly available data, primarily the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and state labor department reports. Individual income varies significantly. We do not guarantee any income outcome.

Questions?

Reach our editorial team at hello@certlaunch.com.